🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc – 11 Positions

PZ Cussons is a dynamic consumer products group and innovator of some of the world's best known and loved brands. Calling on over 130 years of expertise, we operate internationally in carefully selected developed and emerging markets that present the greatest strategic potential for future growth. Our world-class supply chain and distribution networks enable us to meet our global consumer needs and deliver quality brands that add value and enhance everyday lives.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Finance Analyst - Supply Chain
2.) Production Pharmacist
3.) Procurement Support Manager
4.) Neighborhood Channel Sales Manager
5.) Territory Sales Manager - Abuja
6.) Territory Sales Manager - Rivers
7.) Territory Sales Manager - Nigerian Head Office
8.) Lead of MDM - Africa
9.) Territory Sales Manager - Lagos
10.) Key Accounts Manager
11.) Supply Chain Finance Analyst

Job Requisition ID: JR000507
Location: Lagos
Job type type: Full time
Job Grade: 6
Department: Finance
Responsible to: Head, Supply Chain Finance

About the Job

• To provide all round finance support to the supply chain function, ensuring proper financial control and reporting and performing insightful analysis and challenge.

Job Purpose

• To support the logistics unit of Supply Chain (inbound, outbound, Distribution Centres and Depots, etc) by providing detailed financial information, visibility, and insight into logistic cost and to drive cost optimization and compliance.

Key Accountabilities

• Logistics cost control to maximise OP, guide logistic team on their spent and make a quality and effective decision to CSL leadership team
• Ensuring cost drivers are visible to all CSL stakeholders and support in the delivery of all other assignments and objectives
• Evaluation of logistic monthly COST TO SERVE and ensure risks and opportunities are properly call-out to logistics team and this is properly recognised in financial planning
• Preparation and submission of CSL overhead budget on quarterly and annual basis in line with communicated deadline
• Balance sheet control, reconciliation and review of Local freight accrual and transporters Deduction, inventory and other logistic related issues
• Coordinate FG stock count across all DC and Depot. Call out reasons for stock variance to all stake holders and ensure adequate controls are put in place
• Give clarity and response to any query or request from external and internal audit on issues that relate to logistics

Key Stakeholders - Internal Relationships

• Cross-functional teams from Finance Share services, Commercial, Supply Chain etc.

Persons Specification
Knowledge / Skills / Qualifications / Technical / Professional experience:

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc. / HND in relevant discipline.
• Membership of ICAN or ACCA is desirable
• 3 -5 years minimum work experience
• FMCG, logistics (inbound, outbound, Distribution Centres and Depots, etc) experience preferred
• Strong analysis and stock accounting experience required
• Proficiency in MS Office tools
• Sound Knowledge of accounting and financial principles and practice

Required Behavioural Competences:

• Bold - As individuals we are Bold.  Fearless, pioneering, and passionate, open and honest, true to ourselves and proud of who we are
• Energetic - In our teams we are Energetic.  Dynamic and proactive, capable, and flexible, embracing change and moving fast into the future
• Striving - As a business we are Striving.  Raising the bar, pushing performance, aiming high and achieving more
• Together - Our shared culture brings us Together.  One family, many voices; supported, included, respectful, empowered, and with joy in what we do

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualifie candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Requisition ID: JR000331
Location: Ikorodu Factory, Lagos
Job type: Full time
Job Grade: 6
Department: Personal Care

Job Purpose

• To plan and coordinate factory operations effectively to meet production plans and ensure that factory equipment, personnel, environment, raw and pack materials alongside finished products meet required GMP standard.
• Responsible to the Manufacturing Manager.

Principal Accountabilities

• Leading the operation to achieve operational excellence in the key performance indicators (OEE, LTA’s, Conversion cost, Quality defect, Absenteeism)
• Driving improvements in the operations through effective leadership of the team thereby creating a conducive atmosphere for innovation.
• Ensuring that the personal care factory operates according to world class standards-safety, training, TPM, Housekeeping, Plant utilization, etc.
• Writing and updating key SOPs and getting these signed-off by the HOM whenever necessary. Also ensuring that sections/ units operate in accordance with laid down SOPs.
• Training his team members whenever necessary and ensuring effective skill development throughout the shift.
• Ensuring Proper documentation of all key KPI’s, including training records.
• Ensuring that necessary templates for monitoring plant output and other performance criteria are updated regularly by the team.
• Checking all aspects of wastages and losses which impact negatively on departmental overheads and offering corrective actions to mitigate these.
• Championing Margin improvement activities in the department.
• Driving strict safety procedures through the shifts and ensuring that people do not cut corners in their day-to-day operation.
• Ensuring regular updating of event log sheet and enforcing corrective actions to address issues arising from tower operation on a timely basis.
• Responsible for the implementation of the management systems in the department.

Qualifications and Required Experience

• Candidates should possess a B. Pharm Degree
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in a similar position
• Ability to withstand stress and pressure

Required Competences:

• Coordinates and ensures Planning and Organising of activities to achieve goals
• Takes into account a broad range of issues in Formulating strategies and vision for the future
• Shows appreciation/encouragement while Working with People rather than apportioning blame
• Gives full commitment to the principles and values of the organisation
• Has Commercial Orientation and an understanding of business issues
• Thinks more broadly about impact of actions - Analysis and Decision Making
• Embraces Innovation and Change to move the business forward
• Establishes Interacting and Communicating networks links within and outside the organisation
• Demonstrates Personal Qualities – Drive and Resilience for achieving agreed objectives
• Able to identify how to turn subordinate’s weaknesses into strength whilst Managing People
• Focuses on high quality standards when Delivering Results and Customer Expectations.

Job Context & Special Features:

• Very good computer skills (especially Excel, word, power-point, and access packages)
• Strong communication skills.
• Very good in handling numbers/figures.
• Ability to spot improvement opportunities fast.
• Good time management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong technical skills
• Good Financial analysis skill

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualifie candidates should:
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Job Requisition ID: JR000506
Location: Ikorodu Factory, Lagos
Job type: Full time

Job Responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of a comprehensive system of procurement intelligence, which will enable the effective management of the supply base .
• Transactional and operational support to procurement activities. Provide input into financial budgeting and strategic planning process
• Co-ordinating of all tenders activities for all categories through ARIBA platform
• Understand and interpret weekly reports from stakeholders
• Responsible for developing /agreeing with internal customer - SLA, Risk Management Programme and appropriate supply measurement tools to assist in driving continuous improvement.
• Provide the key local interface between the supplier and internal customers o facilitate the resolution of supplier non-conformance and manage supplier escalation/ re-scheduling

Qualifications

• Relevant Degree or demonstrate ability to learn and develop.
• Must have 3-5years commercial experience, gained in blue chip organization proactive and able to implement continual improvement programme.
• Minimum of 3 years procurement imperatives (quality, service, cost, risk, growth support, innovation)
• Analytical and numerical skills
• Understanding of category management process would be advantageous
• Previous participation in supplier's management teams would be beneficial.
• Skilled communicator with a high level of personal impact which will enable the rapid establishment of constructive relationships.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Requisition ID: JR000479
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time
Level: Grade 6
Department: Sales/Commercial
Responsible to: Zonal Manager
Responsible for: Van Sales Representative

Department Strategic Objectives

• Drive the delivery of customer and field sales business objectives towards the achievement of overall business objectives and growth agenda

Job Purpose

• Implement the sales strategy to deliver agreed business objectives within assigned Neighbourhood
• Must be able to influence, inspire and drive performance without having direct management responsibility for distributor staff

Context / Scope

• A key contributor to the success of the PZ Cussons commercial strategic plan; demonstrating industry leadership in both volume driving & brand building activity.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage VSR and achievement of their secondary sales
• Expand Coverage in the Neighbourhood outlets
• Provide availability of MSL in the Neighbourhood outlets
• Coaching and accompaniment of VSR
• Effective promo management in the Neighbourhood outlets
• Ensure SFA parameters are tracked and achieved
• Drive excellent brand visibility through picture of success and implementation
• Market intelligence gathering and competitor activity monitoring and report timely.

Measurement / Performance Indicators 

• Coverage
• Achieve secondary sales target
• Weighted distribution target
• Agreed VSR coaching & Accompaniment

Internal & External Relationships:

• Zonal Manager
• Marketing/Sales/Channel/Supply Chain/Finance/HR team
• Customers
• PZ Marketing & Sales network

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed
Qualifications:

• First Degree in any discipline
• Computer Literacy

Experiences:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in marketing or sales, and over this period has successfully delivered on KPIs.
• Direct experience of PZ Cussons Way of selling capabilities with a focus on Sales Driver execution at the point of purchase (QDVP), Outlet Segmentation and Managing Relationships including structured call, persuasive selling and brand passion.

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of business objectives and priorities.
• Experienced driver with valid license
• Knowledge of Field Sales Management and Market Intelligence.

Functional or Technical / Business Skills:

• Commercial Acumen - Emerging
• Customer Management -  Emerging
• Negotiation Skills - Emerging
• In Market Execution - Emerging
• Selling Skills - Emerging
• Sales Drivers - Emerging
• Channel Strategy - Emerging
• Communication/Interpersonal skills - Developed
• IT Skills - Developed

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Requisition ID: JR000528
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full time
Level: Grade 6
Department: Sales/Commercial
Responsible to: Area Sales Manager
Responsible for: Van Sales Representative/Open Market Sales Representative

Department Strategic Objectives

• Lead in the delivery of customer and field sales business objectives towards the achievement of the overall organisation business and growth objectives

Job Purpose

• Work with the Distributor/Distributor sales team to deliver agreed business objectives within assigned territory.
• Must be able to influence, inspire and drive performance without having direct management responsibility for distributor staff

Context / Scope

• A key contributor to the success of the PZ Cussons commercial strategic plan with an effective and flexible field sales force; demonstrating industry leadership in both volume driving & brand building activity.

Key Accountabilities

• Achieve agreed business objectives/KPIs for the territory( Sell-out, Focus Brands, NPD listing, POP deployment, promotions etc.)
• Implement outlet coverage strategy in assigned territory, enlist and keep updated database of relevant outlets.
• Achieve sales drivers (Quality, Distribution, Visibility, Price/promotion) objectives for the territory.
• Manage and review the activities of the Secondary Sales Force in assigned territory
• Work with Area Sales Manager to develop Joint Business Plano of customers in assigned territory.
• Monitor and manage execution of all Promotional /launch/ agencies activities in assigned territory.
• Lead Market intelligence gathering and competitor activity monitoring and report timely.

Measurement / Performance Indicators 

• Implementation of Territory Coverage Strategy
• Achievement of Quality, Distribution, Visibility, Price/promotion targets.

Internal & External Relationships:

• Area Sales Manager
• Marketing/Sales/Channel/Supply Chain/Finance/HR team
• Customers
• Agencies
• PZ Marketing & Sales network

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed
Qualifications:

• First Degree in any discipline
• Computer Literacy

Experiences:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in marketing or sales, and over this period has successfully delivered on KPIs.
• Direct experience of PZ Cussons Way of selling capabilities with a focus on Sales Driver execution at the point of purchase (QDVP), Outlet Segmentation and Managing Relationships including structured call, persuasive selling and brand passion.

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of business objectives and priorities.
• Experienced driver with valid license
• Knowledge of Field Sales Management and Market Intelligence.
• PZ Cussons Leadership competencies

Functional or Technical / Business Skills:

• Commercial Acumen - Emerging
• Customer Management -  Emerging
• Negotiation Skills - Emerging
• In Market Execution - Emerging
• Selling Skills - Emerging
• Sales Drivers - Emerging
• Channel Strategy - Emerging
• Communication/Interpersonal skills - Developed
• IT Skills - Developed

Required Behavioural Competences:

• Act Authentically by being  open, welcoming and genuine
• Build Capability by pushing for opportunities to learn and grow towards achieving organisational objectives
• Challenge Convention - be courageous to challenge in the right way for the right reasons
• Deliver Fast and Smart by planning and organising activities to achieve defined goals
• Establish Connections internally and externally to better serve our customers and other stakeholders
• Focus to Win by demonstrating drive and resilience to achieving agreed objectives
• Alignment to the BEST! Values are assumed to be critical to all PZC roles.  All employees are also responsible for complying with their duties and responsibilities under both national legislation and Company policies regarding Health and Safety, Data Protection and Dignity at Work.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Requisition ID: JR000484
Location: Rivers
Job Type: Full time
Level: Grade 6
Department: Sales/Commercial
Responsible to: Area Sales Manager
Responsible for: Van Sales Representative/Open Market Sales Representative

Department Strategic Objectives

• Lead in the delivery of customer and field sales business objectives towards the achievement of the overall organisation business and growth objectives

Job Purpose

• Work with the Distributor/Distributor sales team to deliver agreed business objectives within assigned territory.
• Must be able to influence, inspire and drive performance without having direct management responsibility for distributor staff

Context / Scope

• A key contributor to the success of the PZ Cussons commercial strategic plan with an effective and flexible field sales force; demonstrating industry leadership in both volume driving & brand building activity.

Key Accountabilities

• Achieve agreed business objectives/KPIs for the territory( Sell-out, Focus Brands, NPD listing, POP deployment, promotions etc.)
• Implement outlet coverage strategy in assigned territory, enlist and keep updated database of relevant outlets.
• Achieve sales drivers (Quality, Distribution, Visibility, Price/promotion) objectives for the territory.
• Manage and review the activities of the Secondary Sales Force in assigned territory
• Work with Area Sales Manager to develop Joint Business Plano of customers in assigned territory.
• Monitor and manage execution of all Promotional /launch/ agencies activities in assigned territory.
• Lead Market intelligence gathering and competitor activity monitoring and report timely.

Measurement / Performance Indicators 

• Implementation of Territory Coverage Strategy
• Achievement of Quality, Distribution, Visibility, Price/promotion targets.

Internal & External Relationships:

• Area Sales Manager
• Marketing/Sales/Channel/Supply Chain/Finance/HR team
• Customers
• Agencies
• PZ Marketing & Sales network

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed
Qualifications:

• First Degree in any discipline
• Computer Literacy

Experiences:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in marketing or sales, and over this period has successfully delivered on KPIs.
• Direct experience of PZ Cussons Way of selling capabilities with a focus on Sales Driver execution at the point of purchase (QDVP), Outlet Segmentation and Managing Relationships including structured call, persuasive selling and brand passion.

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of business objectives and priorities.
• Experienced driver with valid license
• Knowledge of Field Sales Management and Market Intelligence.
• PZ Cussons Leadership competencies

Functional or Technical / Business Skills:

• Commercial Acumen - Emerging
• Customer Management -  Emerging
• Negotiation Skills - Emerging
• In Market Execution - Emerging
• Selling Skills - Emerging
• Sales Drivers - Emerging
• Channel Strategy - Emerging
• Communication/Interpersonal skills - Developed
• IT Skills - Developed

Required Behavioural Competences:

• Act Authentically by being  open, welcoming and genuine
• Build Capability by pushing for opportunities to learn and grow towards achieving organisational objectives
• Challenge Convention - be courageous to challenge in the right way for the right reasons
• Deliver Fast and Smart by planning and organising activities to achieve defined goals
• Establish Connections internally and externally to better serve our customers and other stakeholders
• Focus to Win by demonstrating drive and resilience to achieving agreed objectives
• Alignment to the BEST! Values are assumed to be critical to all PZC roles.  All employees are also responsible for complying with their duties and responsibilities under both national legislation and Company policies regarding Health and Safety, Data Protection and Dignity at Work.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Requisition ID: JR000483
Location: Nigerian Head Office
Job Type: Full time
Level: Grade 6
Department: Sales/Commercial
Responsible to: Area Sales Manager
Responsible for: Van Sales Representative/Open Market Sales Representative

Department Strategic Objectives

• Lead in the delivery of customer and field sales business objectives towards the achievement of the overall organisation business and growth objectives

Job Purpose

• Work with the Distributor/Distributor sales team to deliver agreed business objectives within assigned territory.
• Must be able to influence, inspire and drive performance without having direct management responsibility for distributor staff

Context / Scope

• A key contributor to the success of the PZ Cussons commercial strategic plan with an effective and flexible field sales force; demonstrating industry leadership in both volume driving & brand building activity.

Key Accountabilities

• Achieve agreed business objectives/KPIs for the territory( Sell-out, Focus Brands, NPD listing, POP deployment, promotions etc.)
• Implement outlet coverage strategy in assigned territory, enlist and keep updated database of relevant outlets.
• Achieve sales drivers (Quality, Distribution, Visibility, Price/promotion) objectives for the territory.
• Manage and review the activities of the Secondary Sales Force in assigned territory
• Work with Area Sales Manager to develop Joint Business Plano of customers in assigned territory.
• Monitor and manage execution of all Promotional /launch/ agencies activities in assigned territory.
• Lead Market intelligence gathering and competitor activity monitoring and report timely.

Measurement / Performance Indicators 

• Implementation of Territory Coverage Strategy
• Achievement of Quality, Distribution, Visibility, Price/promotion targets.

Internal & External Relationships:

• Area Sales Manager
• Marketing/Sales/Channel/Supply Chain/Finance/HR team
• Customers
• Agencies
• PZ Marketing & Sales network

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed
Qualifications:

• First Degree in any discipline
• Computer Literacy

Experiences:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in marketing or sales, and over this period has successfully delivered on KPIs.
• Direct experience of PZ Cussons Way of selling capabilities with a focus on Sales Driver execution at the point of purchase (QDVP), Outlet Segmentation and Managing Relationships including structured call, persuasive selling and brand passion.

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of business objectives and priorities.
• Experienced driver with valid license
• Knowledge of Field Sales Management and Market Intelligence.
• PZ Cussons Leadership competencies

Functional or Technical / Business Skills:

• Commercial Acumen - Emerging
• Customer Management -  Emerging
• Negotiation Skills - Emerging
• In Market Execution - Emerging
• Selling Skills - Emerging
• Sales Drivers - Emerging
• Channel Strategy - Emerging
• Communication/Interpersonal skills - Developed
• IT Skills - Developed

Required Behavioural Competences:

• Act Authentically by being  open, welcoming and genuine
• Build Capability by pushing for opportunities to learn and grow towards achieving organisational objectives
• Challenge Convention - be courageous to challenge in the right way for the right reasons
• Deliver Fast and Smart by planning and organising activities to achieve defined goals
• Establish Connections internally and externally to better serve our customers and other stakeholders
• Focus to Win by demonstrating drive and resilience to achieving agreed objectives
• Alignment to the BEST! Values are assumed to be critical to all PZC roles.  All employees are also responsible for complying with their duties and responsibilities under both national legislation and Company policies regarding Health and Safety, Data Protection and Dignity at Work.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Requisition ID: JR000510
Location: Lagos (Head Office)
Job Type: Full time

Job Description

• Achieve MDM SLA at 98% for every request.
• Right at the first time changing or adding data to the system.
• Continues improvement on MDM process that fits business operation in Africa and align it with Global MDM process.
• Leading MDM Africa team on daily operations.
• Lead all Master Data aspects of governance, quality and controls
• Act as the secondary recipient of data creation or maintenance requests from all business units across all operating units in Africa.
• Improve the quality of master data logic/rules submitted by requestors, build necessary ways of working to minimise duplication and ensure that submissions meet agreed-on business and system rules.
• Lead the team on the loading process for new master data or changes to master data records in SAP according to agreed rules using aligned process runner scripts with appropriate ways of working and control.
• Initiate audits of master data and propose improvements to data owners.
• Support peers within MDM Operational team across all regions.
• Guide and share knowledge to the users on the right Master Data process.
• Update MDM documentation related to African business.
• Act as the first contact person (Globally / not limited to Africa) for HRMM and VIM request.
• Supporting MDM projects globally.
• Supporting external MDM audit and remediation requirements on the audit output.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Requisition ID: JR000492
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Job Description

• Key Distributor management to deliver positive ROI.
• Efficient supervision of Secondary sales team to drive products availability/Performance management.
• Retail account management and creation.
• To set territory sales targets & objectives from the overall business targets and objectives.
• Coaching and accompaniment with Directs reports to enhance efficiency.
• Managing outlets-ensure proper servicing, settle disputes, handle complaints, communicate trade promotions and consumer promotions, oversee merchandising and manage payment terms.
• Develop Distribution-add new markets, new outlets, new beats, new yans, handcarts, trikes and bikes. Meet secondary sales volume and target for the territory.
• Manage KD Staff-sales reps and KPO, Review them daily.Key Distributor management to deliver positive ROI.
• Efficient supervision of Secondary sales team to drive products availability/Performance management.g, settle disputes, handle complaints, communicate trade promotions and consumer promotions, oversee merchandising and manage payment terms.
• Develop Distribution-add new markets, new outlets, new beats, new yans, handcarts, trikes and bikes.
• Meet secondary sales volume and target for the territory.
• Manage KD Staff-sales reps and KPO, Review them daily.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess a B.Sc / HND qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years Experience.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Requisition ID: JR000382
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Job Purpose

• This is one to two sentences (max) summarizing the overall purpose of the role i.e. why does it exist and what value it adds to PZ Cussons.
• Lead in the delivery of Key Accounts Management / Joint Business Plan with the customer towards the achievement of the overall organisation business and growth objectives in key accounts.

Reporting Relationships:

• Please attach the organisation chart.
• Reports to (Job title & Grade not person name)?
• Direct reports (Number of, their job titles and grades not person name)?
• Indirect reports (Number of if any)?
• Peers are (insert list of roles)?
• Sales GM – Head of Commercial & Retail
• None
• Merchandisers - 15-20
• Peers: Key Account Managers / Zonal Managers

Dimensions & Metrics:

• Turnover of unit (NNS)
• Operating profit (OP)
• Budget responsibility
• Team Size
• Other metrics if applicable

Principal Accountabilities
(5 to 10 bullets)

• Should contain the key outputs of the job and how success will be measured.
• The focus of accountabilities is on the end results NOT a task list.
• Annual Business Sales Plan For Key Accounts, Weekly / Monthly Review With Customers And HPZ Management.  Customer's Business Growth Aligned With HPZ Category Focus.
• Prepare Instore Promotions, Participate Strongly with All Instore Branding and Promotion Activities , Ensure HPZ Is Ahead Of Competition
• Monthly reconciliation of outstanding payments / CNs / Rebates etc.
• Reconciliation with Customer and TEC finance ; agreement on reports.
• Monthly Reconciliation of Customer / Consumer return goods.
• Payment follow ups / matching off invoices in time.
• Support the development & execution of approved brand M&C plan within guidelines.
• NPDs lisitng in maximum 2 weeks time from the date of launch and stock availabity .
• Detail communication on Specifications / Price / Positioning / Promotions in 1 week time from NPD announcement from Marketing.
• Support Product Life Cycle Management including demand forecasting and minimising residuals.
• Effective execution of Trade Marketing plans
• Participate actively in company-wide initiatives as required – e.g. Margin Improvement

Internal & External Relationships:

• Identify the most significant relationships (not all).
• Who are they with e.g. within function / BU, cross function / BU, internal and / or external?
• What level in the organisation are these relationships?
• What is their nature e.g. communicating, reasoning, influencing?

Category Manager:

• Cross-functional teams from Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, HR, NPD, Consumer Insight, Digital
• Local Service providers including Advertising Agencies, Merchandisers, External Stakeholders (Consumers, Customers)
• Communication, Decision Makers, Influencers, Reasoning, Impact &   Convince

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed

• Bachelor Degree in any relevant discipline 3-5 years relevant working experience in retail environment
• Good knowledge of inventory management, credit control Self-driven and possess high levels of energy, motivation, enthusiasm, drive and resilience Strong interpersonal skills so as to effectively work with internal, motivation, enthusiasm, drive and resilience for “feet on street” activities.
• Professional Qualification in Marketing is an added advantage
• Basic understanding / Use of MS Office Suite of Applications Self-driven and possess very high levels of energy, motivation, enthusiasm, drive and resilience. Strong interpersonal skills so as to effectively work with internal and external customers.
• Must be exceptional at business development with extensive customer interaction

Job Context & Special Features:

• Explain any special features or context in which the job operates.
• Detail any language or mobility requirements
• Relationship Focused
• Team Player
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Willingness to be on the field (75%)

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: PZ Cussons is big enough to make your mark, small enough to make it yours. Apply to join us!

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time
Job Grade: 6
Department: Finance
Responsible for: No direct reports

Job Purpose

• To support the logistics unit of Supply Chain (Inbound, Outbound, Distribution Centres and Depots, etc) by providing detailed financial information, visibility, and insight into logistic cost and to drive cost optimization and compliance.

Key Accountabilities

• Logistics cost control to maximise OP, guide logistic team on their spent and make a quality and effective decision to CSL leadership team
• Ensuring cost drivers are visible to all CSL stakeholders and support in the delivery of all other assignments and objectives
• Evaluation of logistic monthly COST TO SERVE and ensure risks and opportunities are properly call-out to logistics team and this is properly recognised in financial planning
• Preparation and submission of CSL overhead budget on quarterly and annual basis in line with communicated deadline
• Balance sheet control, reconciliation and review of Local freight accrual and transporters Deduction, inventory and other logistic related issues
• Coordinate FG stock count across all DC and Depot. Call out reasons for stock variance to all stakeholders and ensure adequate controls are put in place
• Give clarity and response to any query or request from external and internal audit on issues that relate to logistics

Key Stakeholders: Internal Relationships:

• Develop robust relationships with strategic stakeholders.

Persons Specification
Knowledge / Skills/ Qualifications/ Technical/ Professional experience:

• Minimum of B.Sc. / HND in relevant discipline.
• Membership of ICAN or ACCA is desirable
• Technical/Professional Experience:
• 3 -5 years minimum work experience
• FMCG, logistics (inbound, outbound, Distribution Centres and Depots, etc) experience preferred
• Strong analysis and stock accounting experience required
• Proficiency in MS Office tools
• Sound Knowledge of accounting and financial principles and practice

Required Behavioural Competences:

• Bold - As individuals we are Bold. Fearless, pioneering, and passionate, open and honest, true to ourselves and proud of who we are
• Energetic - In our teams we are Energetic. Dynamic and proactive, capable, and flexible, embracing change and moving fast into the future
• Striving - As a business we are Striving. Raising the bar, pushing performance, aiming high and achieving more
• Together - Our shared culture brings us Together. One family, many voices; supported, included, respectful, empowered, and with joy in what we do

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online