🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Golden Oil Industries Limited – 7 Positions

Golden Oil Industries Limited was incorporated in Nigeria on 8th September, 1988, and has grown into a household name in Nigeria's edible oil's industry. The company's focus is to provide healthy oil as a cooking medium to its customers. The company is Nigeria's trusted name for supply of refined palm oil, palm kernel oil, olein, soybean Oil, stearin, soybean meal, soy lecithin, and palm kernel de-oiled cake. Our oils are used as healthy cooking medium. Soybean meal and palm kernel de-oiled cake are used in premier poultry / animal feed.

The company's products have been duly certified by the appropriate regulatory agencies Such as the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON) and National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA). Golden Oil has modern processing technology and plants, which can be compared to worldwide standards. The company has highly trained seasoned oil experts, who's commitment is to delivering healthy oil to Nigerian consumers.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Procurement Executive
2.) Palm Plantation Field Supervisor
3.) Human Resources (HR) & Administrative Assistant
4.) Plantation Manager
5.) Account Officer
6.) Assistant Plantation Manager (x2)

Job Title: Procurement Executive

Location: Anambra
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Details

• Source, negotiate, and procure materials, equipment, and services required for manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to ensure favorable terms, pricing, and timely delivery.
• Monitor market trends, assess supplier capabilities, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and procurement best practices.
• Prepare and analyze reports to track procurement metrics, such as supplier performance, inventory levels, and budget utilization.
• Utilize Excel and ERP systems to streamline procurement processes, improve efficiency, and reduce lead times.
• Implement inventory management techniques to optimize stock levels, minimize excess inventory, and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, finance, and logistics, to coordinate procurement activities and support operational objectives.
• Foster positive relationships with suppliers, addressing any issues or concerns promptly and effectively.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and performance reviews to ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
• Work closely with suppliers to identify opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (8 years) in procurement, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and modeling.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for procurement and inventory management.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to drive favorable terms and pricing agreements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Familiarity with procurement best practices, industry regulations, and compliance standards.

Application Closing Date
15th March, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: recruitment@activa.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Palm Plantation Field Supervisor

Location: Owo, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Oversee and maintain the field in orderly manner.
• Monitor and supervise the plantation for optimum yield and quality production.
• Supervise a group of general workers for efficiency and productivity
• Ensure the consistency of data entry for check-roll and other accounting input data for the plantation information system.
• Carry out data collection such as frond data, bunch data and physical
• Monitor and control pests and diseases.
• Planning and implementation of work schedules and programmes.
• Ensure that workers to optimize their labour force for maximum daily productivity.
• To review daily work progress reports for compilation of monthly report.
• To monitor worker safety during maintenance work by organizing the planning and coordination of landscaping work on site.
• Working closely with Plantation Manager and other members of staff to conceptualize the strategies.
• Carry out any other duty & responsibility which the superior may assign from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Degree / Diploma in Agricultural Sciences or related field.
• 3-5 years experience in palm plantation
• Strong analytical, organizational, and creative thinking skills.
•  Excellent communication (oral and written)
• Knowledge of Micro soft Offices e.g. MS Word, MS Excel.
• Must be a good team player.
• Excellent supervision, Self-motivated with a result driven approach, Problem- solving skill.
• Experience on mill process and Sustainability basic knowledge will be an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
15th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career@goldenoiltd.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Human Resources (HR) & Administrative Assistant

Location: Owo, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Human Resource Management or related field;
• 3+ years of Solid knowledge in Human Resource Management and Practices.
• Advanced computer software skills, especially Excel (ability to work with complex formulas), PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong combination of technical, written & oral communication, team collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills.

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career@goldenoiltd.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Plantation Manager

Location: Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are currently recruiting for an experienced Palm Plantation Manager to join our management team in one of our subsidiaries Tropic Palm Limited.

Responsibilities

• Assuming leadership responsibility in ensuring infrastructure and supporting units are well equipped.
• Working closely with other department heads of the company to facilitate cost effective operation.
• Providing leadership and strategic guidance to all Agriculture aspects (R&D, Development, Harvesting, Maintenance).
• Actively involved in the business’ ground operations.
• Involved in the planning and execution of the company’s expansion plan.
• Inspecting the plantations and prepare submission written report after each visit detailing the state and conditions of all aspects of the plantation together with necessary recommendations.
• Provide recommendations on all agricultural aspects of the development and operation of the of the plantation in conformity with best-developed practices.
• Ensure all plantations are within the framework of Environment policies and responsibilities.
• Ensure all work operations in safe and responsible manner
• Planning and managing estate budgets to ensure operating expenses and profitability are maximized.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders and also local government and community around the estate.

Requirements

• Degree in Agriculture / Forestry / Science & Technology or any related field.
• Proven working experience in managing Palm plantations.
• Solid Technical Background with understanding in a Palm Oil Mill.
• Interpersonal, Strong Leadership, Problem-Solving, and Time Management Skills.
• Basic Agronomic Knowledge and Farming Practices.
• Ability to work and live in the remote areas of the farm.

Salary Range
N500,000 - N750,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career@goldenoiltd.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Badagry, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree / HND in Finance and Accounting or related field;
• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CFA
• 5+ years of Solid knowledge of all other finance operations including treasury, payments,
• Strong analytical skill set both numerical as well as legal.
• Advanced computer software skills, especially Excel (ability to work with complex formulas), PowerPoint, and Word.
• Knowledge of inventory management and production processes.
• Understanding of financial reporting standards and regulations
• Strong combination of technical, leadership, written & oral communication, team collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in managing projects & programs and maintaining metrics.

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career@goldenoiltd.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Assistant Plantation Manager

Location: Owo, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time
Slot: 2 Openings

Job Requirements

• B.Sc or HND qualification in Agriculture or Agricultural Sciences
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Palm Plantation and minimum of 5 years in management or supervisory level.
• Familiar with international best practices of growing, cultivating, harvesting and storing.
• Capacity and experience to develop training manuals and also train subordinates
• Compulsory knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Good people development, management and leadership skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Ability to work and live in the remote areas of the farm.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work with community members from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career@goldenoiltd.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.