🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Seven Up Bottling Company Limited – 9 Positions

Seven-Up Bottling Company Limited is one of the largest manufacturing companies in Nigeria, producing and distributing some of the favourite most- loved soft drink brands in the country like; 7up, Pepsi, Mirinda, Mountain Dew, H2oH!, Teem, Lipton Ice Tea and Aquafina premium drinking water.

SBC boasts of nine bottling plants with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities strategically located across various regions in the country.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

Job Title: Territory Development Officer

Location: Aba, Abia
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Brief

• We are currently recruiting for a Territory Development Officer who'll be responsible for selling the company products to customers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop relationships with existing/new customers.
• Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
• Promote our business success by implementing the cascaded annual business strategy.
• Execute sales and trade marketing product display and merchandising techniques to ensure efficiency.
• Ensure direct report covers the assigned route and report daily.
• Monitor direct reports sales Performance
• Set up meetings with potential clients to negotiate and close deals.
• Gather feedback from customers or prospects and share with internal teams and ensure prompt resolutions to such feedback
• Submit daily sales reviews and reports to the line manager
• Ensure the availability of stock for sale.
• Execute the route to market strategy.
• Stay up to date with the latest sales trends and best practices.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing course, or any relevant field.
• Membership of relevant professional bodies.
• 3 years+ beverage sales experience in territory and distributor management with a proven track record.

Application Closing Date
21st April, 2025.

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

Job Title: Key Account Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Sector: FMCG

Job Brief

• Seven-Up Bottling Company is currently recruiting for a Key Accounts Officer who'll be responsible for implementing the company's overall sales strategy.

Responsibilities

• Exceed or achieve monthly sales target/ new business development served in the assigned area.
• Promote business success by implementing the cascaded annual business strategy.
• Develop and maintain strategic long-term trusting relationships with high volume clients to accomplish organic growth and long-term company objectives
• Submit daily sales reviews and reports
• Ensure the availability of stock for sale.
• Execute the route to market strategy.
• Researching market trends and generating more sales

Requirements

• BSc Degree / HND in a Management course or any relevant field.
• 3yrs+ FMCG sales experience in route to market and sales management with a proven track record.

Application Closing Date
21st April, 2025.

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

Job Title: Brand Manager (FMCG)

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• The Brand Manager will create and execute marketing plans to produce sustained, profitable volume growth and lasting brand equity. He/She will manage Advertising and Marketing expending to deliver marketing plans, volume and profit goals within budget.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement brand strategies that align with business goals and market trends.
• Conduct market research to understand consumer insights, competitive landscape, and market opportunities.
• Define the brand's positioning, target audience, and key messaging.
• Plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns, including digital, print, and in-store activations.
• Manage the development of creative content and ensure consistency across all communication channels.
• Monitor and analyze campaign performance, adjusting strategies as necessary to achieve objectives.
• Collaborate with the product development team to drive innovation and maintain a strong product pipeline.
• Oversee the launch of new products, ensuring they align with the brand’s identity and meet consumer needs.
• Manage the product lifecycle, including pricing, packaging, and distribution strategies.
•  Develop and manage the brand's marketing budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Track spending and ROI on marketing activities, making recommendations for cost optimization.
• Work closely with sales, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure brand objectives are met.
• Partner with the trade marketing team to develop in-store strategies that drive brand visibility and sales.
• Liaise with external agencies, including creative, media, and PR, to execute brand initiatives.
• Analyze brand performance using key metrics such as market share, sales growth, and consumer feedback.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on brand health and marketing effectiveness.
• Identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to address them.
• Ensure overall business strategies, goals, and changes from senior leadership are understood and successfully executed. Communicate the unit goals to the team, motivating them in the accomplishment of set goals and objectives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor Degree (B.Sc.) or HND in Marketing, Business Administration or any other related field.
• 5-7 years of work experience, 2 of which should be a managerial role in a Brand Manager position.
• Candidate must have proven experience in FMCG.

Application Closing Date
20th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@sevenup.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: IT Site Engineer

Location: Kano
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Candidate is responsible for maintaining and supporting the IT infrastructure and services at a specific location or site.
• This role involves a wide range of tasks, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues, managing local network configurations, ensuring data security, and providing end-user support

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support the site's IT infrastructure, including servers, network devices, and end-user computing devices, to ensure high availability and performance.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, system backups, and disaster recovery operations to safeguard data and ensure the continuity of IT services.
• Monitor IT service performance against agreed service levels and performance metrics. Identify and implement improvements to meet or exceed these standards.
• Collaborate with central IT teams to align site-specific IT services with overall organizational IT service management practices.
• Provide first-line response for IT incidents and service requests, diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network issues.
• Escalate complex issues to appropriate specialist teams, ensuring timely resolution and minimizing impact on business operations.
• Participate in problem management processes to address and resolve the root causes of recurring incidents.
• Implement changes to IT systems and configurations in accordance with organizational change management procedures to minimize risk to service availability.
• Document changes and maintain accurate records of system configurations and modifications.
• Maintain security measures to protect data and IT assets at the site, in line with organizational security policies and standards.
• Conduct regular security checks and participate in security audits to ensure compliance with internal and external security

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in IT support, network administration, or a similar role, with a proven track record of maintaining and troubleshooting IT infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and supporting end-user computing devices (PCs, laptops, mobile devices), including hardware and software troubleshooting.
• Experience with network configuration and troubleshooting, including LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, VPNs, and firewall settings. Hands-on experience in implementing and managing IT security measures, such as antivirus software, patch management, and access controls. Proven ability to provide technical support and training to end-users, effectively communicating technical information to non-technical audiences.

Application Closing Date
20th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@sevenup.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Customer Service Representative (Igbo)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Customer Service Representative is the front line of support for the company's customers.
• You'll be responsible for answering customer questions, resolving customer problems, and providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Answer customer questions about products or services
• Resolve customer problems and complaints in a timely manner
• Provide customer support via various channels
• Escalate complex customer issues to management
• Collect and record customer feedback
• Help to improve the customer experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or relevant field.
• A minimum of 2 years of proven experience in a customer service position in a manufacturing industry or relevant industry
• Must be proficient in Igbo language
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and customer service software.
• Must be open to working on a shift schedule
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Good understanding of management practices and techniques.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.

Application Closing Date
15th April, 2025

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@sevenup.org using the Job Title as the subject of th email.

Job Title: Maintenance Team Lead (Utility)

Location: Kaduna

Job Summary

• Candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining equipment at the utility equipment steam boilers, generators, air compressors, power distribution equipment, water treatment plant, effluent treatment plant etc. to ensure quality service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manages Utility equipment like steam boilers, generators, air compressors, power distribution equipment, water treatment plant, effluent treatment plant etc. to ensure quality service delivery
• Carry out equipment monitoring as per checklist, document findings and recommend actions to be taken.
• Write equipment shift operation
• Maintain and give reports on the inventory of spare parts and ensure their availability to minimize equipment downtime.
• Collaborate with the quality control team to address any quality-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain all utility equipment ensuring availability and reliability minimizing down time.
• Carry out equipment monitoring as per checklist, document findings and recommend actions to be taken. Write equipment shift operation report.
• Lubricate equipment as specified in the lubrication chart and documentation. Clean and wash all stains on equipment after lubrication
• Ensure the compliance to good manufacturing practice, food safety practice, good environmental management system, and occupational Health and Safety practices in all line activities.
• Develop and enforce safety procedures, conduct regular safety audits, and provide training to plant personnel.
• Ensure the implementation of various infrastructure or process optimization projects.
• Ensures optimal spare parts and maintenance materials inventory management
• Evaluates effectiveness of corrective actions using all available data
• Maintains effective systems to ensure SBC/PI products and package

Requirements

• A minimum of Bachelor of Engineering Degree (B.Eng.) or HND in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• 3– 5 years relevant hands-on FMCG operation and maintenance experience
• Experienced in budgeting and people management
• Knowledge of bottling operations: Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Environment, Engineering, Health and Safety
• Operational planning expertise/experience
• Understanding of financial impact of decisions
• Coaching direct reports and mentoring others
• Ability to translate functional strategy into unit/section’s plan
• Ability to lead and manage change setting standards for managing performance.

Application Closing Date
12th April, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@sevenup.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Area Sales Manager (Modern Trade)

Location: Enugu
Employment Type: Full-time
Sector: FMCG

Job Brief

• We are currently recruiting for an Area Sales Manager-Modern Trade who'll be responsible for implementing the company's overall sales strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop trust relationships with a portfolio of major clients to ensure they do not turn to competition
• Acquire a thorough understanding of key customer needs and requirements
• Expand the relationships with existing customers by continuously proposing solutions that meet their objectives
• Ensure the correct products and services are delivered to customers in a timely manner
• Serve as the link of communication between key customers and internal teams
• Resolve any issues and problems faced by customers and deal with complaints to maintain trust
• Play an integral part in generating new sales that will turn into long-lasting relationships
• Prepare regular reports of progress and forecasts to internal and external stakeholders using key account metrics.

Requirements

• Proven experience as key account manager
• Experience in sales and providing solutions based on customer needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with aptitude in building relationships with professionals of all organizational levels
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability in problem-solving and negotiation
• BSc / HND.

Application Closing Date
26th March, 2025.

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

Job Title: GTM Insights Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Sector: FMCG

Description 

• We are currently recruiting for a GTM insights manager who'll be responsible for driving sales effectiveness through automation, compliance monitoring, and data-driven insights.
• This role ensures that key sales performance indicators (KPIs) are met by leveraging data analytics, identifying root causes of underperformance, and recommending corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Sales Force Automation and Optimization
• Call Compliance and Performance Monitoring
• Sales Performance Analysis
• KPI Measurement and Reporting.
• Insights & Data-Driven Decision Making
• Track and analyze sales achieved per store to measure performance against targets.
• Provide real-time insights and performance reports to key stakeholders.
• Identify trends and patterns in sales data to drive strategic decision-making.
• Define and measure agreed-upon KPIs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop dashboards and reports to provide visibility into key sales metrics.
• Work closely with sales teams to drive accountability and performance improvements.

Requirements

• BSc / HND in relevant field
• 5+ years of experience in sales performance analysis, sales operations, or a related role.
• Experience with sales automation tools and compliance monitoring.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
• Knowledge of sales force automation and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
• Attention to detail and ability to enforce compliance standards.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and operations teams.

Application Closing Date
25th March, 2025.

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

Job Title: Head of Warehousing(FMCG)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Suitable Candidate will be responsible for overseeing the strategic and operational activities of our warehousing network across multiple regions.
• This leadership role will ensure that warehouse operations are efficient, cost-effective, and scalable to meet the evolving needs of the business.
• The Head of Warehousing will also be tasked with driving key warehouse projects to enhance performance, streamline processes, and support the company's long-term supply chain objectives.
• He will also Lead SAP Roll out Pan Nigeria.

Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations Management:

• Design strategies to manage daily warehouse operations, ensuring smooth functioning of receiving, storage, order fulfilment, and dispatch activities.
• Ensure compliance with international safety standards, legal regulations, and best practices for warehouse management.
• Continuously assess warehouse performance and implement process improvements to optimize operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
• Oversee organization-wide inventory management, ensuring synergy, accuracy and timely updates in the warehouse management system (WMS).
• Develop and manage KPIs and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in warehouse operations.

Strategic Warehouse Projects ( SAP Roll out )

• Lead and manage key warehousing projects, including automation, system integrations, process redesigns, and technology implementations to enhance warehouse efficiency and scalability.
• Drive initiatives to enhance warehouse capacity, including identifying opportunities for expansion, automation, and integration with supply chain networks.
• Collaborate with the IT and Operations teams on the implementation of WMS and other technological solutions to optimize operations.
• Plan and manage warehouse reorganization, layout optimization, and capacity management projects in line with the company’s growth

Leadership and Team Management:

• Build, train, and mentor a high-performing team of warehouse managers, supervisors, and associates across geographies.
• Develop and implement training programs that ensure all warehouse staff are equipped with the necessary skills to perform their duties safely and efficiently.

Supply Chain and Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with the supply chain, procurement, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure seamless integration between warehousing and other operational functions.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to align warehouse activities with broader business goals and objectives.

Cost Management and Budgeting:

• Develop and manage the warehousing budget, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and capital expenditure for projects.
• Monitor and control warehousing expenses, implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising on service quality.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in logistics, supply chain management, supply chain management or social sciences.
• Minimum of 12-15 years’ experience with at least 5 years in leadership role
• Professional certifications in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCMP).
• Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
• Hands on Experience of working on SAP Warehouse Related Modules
• SAP Roll out experience as Project Manager or
• Lead for warehouse Modules

Application Closing Date
30th March, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their detailed CVs to: careers@sevenup.org using the job title as the Subject of the mail.