General Manager

General Manager - Agri Manufacturing Algeria A world leader within agri businesses and food processing are looking for a GM to lead the manufacturing plants and commercial operations. to lead the countries and their operations. Looking for food manufacturing experts who speak Arabic or French.

Country : Algeria View Details

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General Manager

General Manager - Agri Manufacturing Tunisia A world leader within agri businesses and food processing are looking for a GM to lead the manufacturing plants and commercial operations. to lead the countries and their operations. Looking for food manufacturing experts who speak Arabic or French.

Country : Tunisia View Details

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Export Manager

export sales manager Dubai: For a major ink toner cartridge manufacturer. This role will be a (B2B) role and a hands on scope to win clients. Will have solid B2B within the technology or IT solutions sectors. Must have 5+ years export sales experience across the GCC and Africa regions.

Country : UAE View Details

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Assistant Finance Manager

ASSISSTANT FINANCE MANAGER ETHIOPIA 8+ years experience, ACCA qualified Manufacturing experience a must ERP experience a big plus Reporting to the finance manager and will be entrusted with report making, assisting in budgeting, cash flow, financial analysis and working capital management and audit

Country : Ethiopia View Details

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Vice President

VP - Analytics Head @ Hyderabad 65L (includes variable of 15%) 17+years of experience. The person would be working on the end-to-end analytical needs for the business. Lead the Analytics function at India site by providing mentorship to the team members and guiding them in the right direction. Should have experience managing large, dispersed teams and working closely with onshore matrixed leadership teams .Support design, development & execution of best-in-class Analytical solutions. Build strong partnership with the US teams. Should have 12+ years of relevant experience in Analytics domain & 8 years in Consumer Credit environment. At least 5 years of experience managing big teams. Masters or Ph.D. in Mathematics/Statistics, Operations Research, Economics, Computer Science/Engineering or other quantitative majors. Strong understanding of tools such as SAS, Unix, R, Python, Oracle, SQL.In depth experience with various Modeling, Optimization & Strategy building methodologies in a development role. Understanding of Marketing/Risk/Collections/Operations. Good Knowledge of Big Data. Hands-on working exposure on a business environment.

Country : India View Details

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Sales Director

SALES DIRECTOR DUBAI A large French multinational company manufacturing Dairy products and Infant nutrition Job Description Reporting to the CEO, this person would be responsible for : Develop sales strategies for national and local market opportunities and competitive conditions Manage specialised distributors across the Middle East and Africa Develop Middle East and Africa region markets through business development, partnerships, enterprise sales and other market development activities. The Successful Applicant To apply for the role, it is necessary to have the following 10-15 years of overall experience with at least 8 years of strong and relevant experience in Infant nutrition and consumer health OTC products P/L management experience Excellent strategic thinking and distributor management skills. Experience in a large FMCG or pharmaceutical companies

Country : UAE View Details

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Project Procurement Head

PROJECT PROCUREMENT MANAGER DUBAI A diversified, complex entity with interests in resorts, hospitality, and real estate Job Description • Developing and maintain relationships with key vendors worldwide. • Developing, leading and executing purchasing strategies • Managing subcontractor and vendor communication regarding purchases, terms, and payment. • Collaborate with project managers to source and procure materials for projects based on the construction schedule. • Works with Legal and Accounting teams to coordinate subcontract orders and payment scheduling based on Statement of Work, customer requirements and payment schedule, per customer contract. • Develop and implement new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reductions and process simplification • Establish new relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resources for all projects • Primarily responsible settling invoice or contract disputes • Maintain subcontractor/supplier information in the Company's database • Review subcontractor and purchase order terms before issuance for compliance with Company policy. • Assist estimators with material estimates and lead times • Set up project tracking spreadsheets for lead times and actual delivery • Assist superintendents with damaged material delivered to project site. The Successful Applicant • Developing and maintain relationships with key vendors worldwide. • Developing, leading and executing purchasing strategies • Managing subcontractor and vendor communication regarding purchases, terms, and payment. • Collaborate with project managers to source and procure materials for projects based on the construction schedule. • Works with Legal and Accounting teams to coordinate subcontract orders and payment scheduling based on Statement of Work, customer requirements and payment schedule, per customer contract. • Develop and implement new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reductions and process simplification • Establish new relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adequate resources for all projects • Primarily responsible settling invoice or contract disputes • Maintain subcontractor/supplier information in the Company's database • Review subcontractor and purchase order terms before issuance for compliance with Company policy. • Assist estimators with material estimates and lead times • Set up project tracking spreadsheets for lead times and actual delivery • Assist superintendents with damaged material delivered to project site. to manage exotic hospitality/construction assets

Country : UAE View Details

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Sales Manager

SALES MANAGER CONSUMER ELECTRONICS DUBAI a global leader in Consumer Technology industry who operate in Middle East & Africa through the head office based in Dubai. Job Description Reporting to the General Manager, this person will be responsible for; Responsible for management of regional business activities for their category 1 Direct report and distributor management Work closely with marketing and product teams to understand market needs and align with global teams on NPDs for the region Opening new markets/channel of distribution/doors/accounts The Successful Applicant To apply for the role, it is necessary to have the following experience; At least 12 years of sales experience based in UAE ideally in a GCC role Must have consumer electronics experience within a principle business Must have managed distributors across GCC and ideally team management experience

Country : UAE View Details

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Warehouse and Distribution Manager

WAREHOUSE AND DISTRIBUTION MANAGER DUBAI a leading FMCG manufacturing company that has been in the industry for over 50 years. With a global presence of office in more than 15 countries the organisation serves the industry successfully Job Description The role of the Warehouse and Distribution Manager will include, but not limited to the following: Oversee warehouse, inventory control, material handling, customer service, transportation and order to cash (O2C) team. Maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures. Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system. Identify and resolve any inventory discrepancies and ensure inventory and system records are in agreement Controls the flow of incoming materials and outgoing finished products to ensure customers receive stocks on time. Ensures that goods are dispatched on time to the appropriate destinations and in the required Coordinates with store managers and customers regarding discrepancies and errors in the Oversee the routes planning and load scheduling for multi-drop deliveries. Oversee transporters to perform distributions in the assigned routes. Plan, manage and evaluate logistics operations liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies and customers. Analyze data to assess performance, discover logistical problems and devise plans for Ensure transporters compliance with company policies or procedures for product transit or Monitor quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport costs. Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements Promote safe work activities by conducting safety audits, attending company safety meetings, and meeting with individual staff members. Ensure that all functions under supervision operate in accordance with health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of staff. The Successful Applicant For the role of Warehouse and Distribution Manager the ideal candidate must have the following: Must have minimum of 10 years of experience in Warehouse and Distribution Management role with best in class multinational FMCG companies Must have experience in implementing WMS - Warehouse Management System Experience in directly managing a team of 50+ people Experience in implementing Dashboard and KPI systems.

Country : UAE View Details

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Logistics and Supply Chain Head

HEAD OF LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN DUBAI a global Logistics and Warehousing organisation Job Description The role of Head of Logistics and Supply Chain (3PL) will include, but not limited to the following: The establishment and day to day operations of the international supply chain operations Line management and oversight of operational, transactional and support functions for a high volume Logistics & Distribution network, ensuring the achievement of safety, quality, financial (cost & productivity) and performance objectives for the MEA Network Drive change management critical to the successful implementation of the fulfilment network and inventory optimization strategy and conduct on-going revaluation and strategy for network structure Serve as primary interface and escalation point for the MEA with key regional business leaders Support all business with solutions which enhance their respective business strategies and support growth Ensuring that the principals of LEAN and Continuous Improvement are embedded at all levels of the organization Develop strategies and resolve problems and escalations concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports, exports and customer issues Leadership to evaluate and review the business practices of Logistics Operations to streamline and eliminate non-value added activities as well as plan and implement improvements to internal or external logistics systems and processes Ownership for inbound or outbound logistics operations for the region including domestic and international transportation and returns processing Lead the local team that manages carriers and third parties including selection, qualification and performance evaluation Provide input to the Global Supply Management team for rate negotiations and services Coordinate supply plans with International Demand Planners and work closely with the headquarters of supply chain operations to develop inventory levels for all starting materials and finished goods Work collaboratively with Trade Compliance organizations to monitor product import and export processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements Monitor and react to regional KPIs, metrics and reports to ensure the performance of the regional fulfilment operation Oversight for inventory planning activity for optimizing inventory for all products Optimize service levels for the enterprise Lead efforts from a Fulfilment perspective to implement regional solutions to optimize operations Lead the reverse logistics, returns processing and value recovery activities across multiple product lines & businesses The Successful Applicant For the role of Head of Logistics and Supply Chain (3PL) the ideal candidate must have the following: Atleast 10+ years experience of operating at a senior management level within a multinational organization Experience of managing and leading 3PL Logistic & Distribution department/ business for the Middle East & African region within the last 5 years of your career Demonstrate a track record of managing a team based across multiple countries Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment Experience in managing change and delivering significant savings Education in Supply Chain or Logistics Management

Country : UAE View Details

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Procurement Head

PROCOURMENT HEAD OMAN Develop and implement organisational procurement policies and processes to ensure a consistent and standardised approach and to drive improvements and efficiencies in procurement activities Design and execute an organisational procurement strategy, supported by tactical and innovative procurement programs, to deliver enhanced benefits and value to the customer/end user and to support service delivery aims Lead the research and analysis of market trends and best practice to ensure sourcing and procurement strategies and approaches are current, risks are identified and governance frameworks are effective, and insight is gained through the analysis of costs, benefits and supply markets Provide expert advice to key stakeholders on all aspects of procurement to encourage innovative practices and support delivery of business and policy directions Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders to provide strategic insights on business needs, resolve complex issues and deliver high performance cost, service and quality outcomes Provide leadership, direction and effective management of the procurement team and cross-functional working groups to achieve a high-level of performance in procurement and deliver high quality advice and service to stakeholders Identify and manage commercial, contractual, operational, financial, reputational, ethical and supply chain risks to minimise negative impacts on organisational objectives while encouraging opportunity and innovation Establish performance standards and evaluation processes to assess and report on procurement activity in terms of progress, results, customer satisfaction, value and cost Ensure continuous supplies and efficient distribution of medical supplies within the hospitals and adequate levels of stock The Successful Applicant Required: Post graduate qualification is a must, preferably in business, supply chain, procurement or equivalent field Minimum 10 years Procurement experience preferably in Multinational companies. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, Vlookup but not limited to) Demonstrated ability to achieve cost savings. Proven track records of change management Demonstrated ability to manage procurement projects from design to implementation and follow up Deep understanding of Category Management and Supplier relationship Management Preferred: Procurement exposure in the healthcare or medical devices & pharmaceuticals industries would be a plus Chartered of instituted of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification or similar Professional qualification

Country : Oman View Details

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Supply Chain Head

HEAD OF SUPPLY CHAIN KSA FOR FMCG The role is with a leading FMCG distribution company based in KSA Job Description The role of Head of Supply Chain will include, but not limited to the following: Key Responsibilities Ensure the effective implementation of MRP II with the S&OP processes including forecasting, planning, material planning & training plans to supply all market requirements Implement demand planning systems to drive forecast accuracy ensuring that OOSs at all depots and onsite are managed Drive effective and efficient planning throughout the supply chain to maintain minimum stock levels in all stores Ensure that efficient transport DIFOT and performance ratios to all customers are maintained to build reliable contracts and relationships Effective management of all KSA storage spaces while maintaining agreed finished goods minimum stock levels, and planning the on time delivery of distribution in a safe manner, with best practice FIFO Build an effective team through innovative training and development with clear SMART performance targets and measures ensuring the progression of all individuals Prepare, maintain, & control all budgets to ensure that expenditure is in line with the business plan Build an effective team through best practice interview, assessment The Successful Applicant For the role of Head of Supply Chain the ideal candidate must have the following: Atleast 10+ years experience of operating at a senior management level within a Multinational FMCG organization Experience of managing and leading 3PL Logistic & Distribution department/ business within the last 5 years of your career Demonstrate a track record of managing a team based across multiple countries Experience in setting up supply chain and distribution process and network from scratch Education in Supply Chain or Logistics Management

Country : Saudi Arabia View Details

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Commercial Director

COMMERCIAL BUYING MANAGER KSA – INTERNATIONAL PROCURMENT a leading Food retail and distribution organisation based KSA Job Description The role of Commercial Buying Manager - International Procurement will include, but not limited to the following: Key Responsibilities International buying, merchandizing & Inbound logistics and contracts management for vendors Continuously seek direct business trading with suppliers Ie, cutting down distributors, help growing company profitability Getting goods and services for the best price and value Cutting any waste and unnecessary costs to get the best price. Building strong working relationships both internally and with key suppliers Monitor contracts with suppliers; negotiate prices, payment terms and other conditions Proper costing for all goods & maintaining cost control system Forecasting of goods & maintaining inventory control system Determine quantity and timing of deliveries Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand Preparation of annual procurement budget Managing records for purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contracts & agreements Establish long term agreements; create the purchasing schedule for dedicated goods Contact potential clients to introduce the company's services and offers, maintain the Relationships with existent customers, and make offers (quotations) for newly launch products Organize import-export and logistical operations Develop the procedural framework and procedures in compliance with the requirements of environmental and quality integrated management system Attending International trade shows like Gulf food, Sial & Anuga on yearly basis to find new products & contracts for our supermarket line. The Successful Applicant For the role of Commercial Buying Manager the ideal candidate must have the following: Must have Commercial buying experience Food/FMCG preferable in retail food and distribution (supermarkets and hypermarkets) business for international products Must have at least 10+ years of experience in international food and non-food purchasing in USA or Canada Should have a good understanding of international vendor contracts management

Country : Saudi Arabia View Details

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Logistics Operations Manager

LOGISTICS OPERATIONS CONTROLLER DUBAI one of the largest Commodity Trading and Logistics Solutions provider in Europe, Africa and Middle East Job Description The role of Logistics Operations Controller will include, but not limited to the following: Key Responsibilities Manage in-house Logistics System (Salesforce), Group contracts and exposure consolidation; Quotation and Contract Management Ensure smooth communication flows with stakeholders for quotation and pricing Ensure all deviations from pricing rules are escalated to Group Management Monthly Logistics Closing Develop and implement group CRM Price benchmarking between Affiliates vs Affiliates, Group vs Affiliates and Group/Affiliates vs Competitors Monthly stocks report and movement overview plus reconciliation with Group Finance (incl RACI) Average storage time Ensure accurate tracking of stock for regular client updates and timely movements Review current insurance in place Support in annual renewal process Follow-up on periodic declaration as required Ensure process register up to date in centralized system The Successful Applicant For the role of Logistics Operations Controller, the ideal candidate must have the following: Must have at least 8+ years of logistics reporting and trade Analysis Must come the commodity trading industry Should be based in the UAE with at least 5+ years of experience in the GCC

Country : UAE View Details

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Procurement Head

PROCURMENT MANAGER CAPEX ABU DHABI A regional player in the FMCG industry. Your Role: Looking out for a Procurement Manager to look after the CAPEX projects. Responsible for sourcing, contract management, vendor management, building and maintaining good relationships with new and existing suppliers, forecast levels of demand for services and products. Develop strategies to make sure that cost savings and supplier performance targets are met - or exceeded. Produce reports and statistics on spending and saving. Help in Cost Reduction for the organisation and make sure the budget is not exceeded. Responsible for managing the water production lines machinery. Must Have: 6+ years of experience in FMCG/Beverage/Manufacturing industries with a relevant Bachelor's Degree. Must have experience in sourcing and purchasing CAPEX heavy machinery and equipments. Looking for someone who is agile, good with negotiations, knowledgeable about the UAE market and comfortable to travel across the UAE region.

Country : UAE View Details

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Procurement Director

PROCURMENT DIRECTOR DUBAI A mammoth conglomerate is looking for a seasoned “Procurement Director” who can re write the rules, challenge the status quo, who wiill work seamlessly with other functions to provide vision & leadership to their Procurement Division. Your Role: The role is to develop and lead the Business procurement team. The team will provide Procurement Services for B2B clients and internal stakeholders that require HoReCa products and procurement solutions. These solutions include Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Contract Management, Supplier Management, Purchase Order Management and Compliance Control. Although based in the UAE, the job holder, will be expected to support the B2B procurement function across the region for the other companes within the group. In addition to this will provide support to the other companies within the group with regards to their procurement functions in the HoReCa sector. The role holder leads and manages a team of procurement employees based in the U.A.E, providing leadership and mentorship. Closely working with the C-Level/Senior Director/Senior Management level on a regular basis. Must Haves: Minimum 10 years in the HoReCa industry with extensive experience in procurement. Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate with internal stakeholders, suppliers and customers. Good negotiation skills, problem solving abilities and experience with complex transactions with little supervision

Country : UAE View Details

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Marketing Head

HEAD OF MARKETING DUBAI a true Value-Added MNC who focuses on and supports innovative, best of breed products that require an advanced level of expertise and knowledge. They are looking to expand their team with a competent and creative Head of Marketing Your Role: The Head of Marketing is responsible for the execution of the entire marketing strategy, from marketing planning to execution to impact on P&L, with no two days alike. You'll be an all-around marketer taking full ownership of tasks assigned. Marketers come in all shapes and sizes and with different blends of experience. Our clients are looking to engage with candidates who come with two flavors dominating their experience ...the "purist marketer" + "the business developer" . You will play a key role in the strategic leadership of the organization as well as driving the development of their core brand to maximize sales in markets. The incumbent will also play a pivotal role in terms of the organizational sales strategy and new product development. The role holder will be a highly commercial leader with strong analytical skills and the ability to assess the market for growth opportunities. The individual will foster strong collaboration among the teams as well and developing the marketing teams. Create a positive lasting brand impression both within the business and externally with customers and consumers to improve product sales and market share. Deliver innovative, cost-effective brand and marketing activity and campaigns which cut-through to grow market share and brand reputation. Must Haves: 10+ yrs. in a senior marketing management role in a fast-paced, dynamic and innovative environment. TRADE MARKETING EXPERIENCE IS MUST. A background in FMCG & Lubricant, brand or consumer marketing and of building brand equity and communications including digital. A proven ability to lead, engage and develop a team. A track record of delivering measurable output and results. Demonstrable experience of collaborating with and influencing colleagues and senior stakeholders.

Country : UAE View Details

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TRADE MARKETING MANAGER

TRADE MARKETING MANAGER DUBAI a multinational is looking to expand their marketing team and to hire a Trade Marketing Manager to support the Head of Marketing to drive their brand forward through innovative thinking and a solid understanding of consumer needs. Your Role: The incumbent will plan and implement retail Marketing Solutions and using relevant consumer insight help ensure that campaign objectives are met. You will be working across a wide business function from within a large marketing team and be responsible for budgetary planning and management for each of the retailers. You will also be responsible for driving the trade marketing agenda (namely 4 P's) for a leading brand for all channels. This is a strategic position and plays a key role within the commercial function advising Category and Account Managers. You would own complete responsibility for the development, execution and performance of all solutions designed to increase presence, establish channel strategies and plans, development and delivery of new product development plans. The role will also focus on building expert knowledge in key categories and sharing this with the customer in order to build long-term partnerships and increase profit and sales. Must Haves: You will need at least 5-7 years of experience working as a Trade Marketing Manager, converting consumer insight into successful campaigns and be creative in delivering innovative marketing campaigns with a strong commercial focus.

Country : UAE View Details

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Planning Head

Head of Planning - Nigeria Location: Lagos A leading FMCG Multinational company, are hiring an experienced Supply Chain Expert who would manage and develop a balanced Demand and Supply plan based on specific customer requirements and be aligned to the organization's long term forecasting goals. You will also develop, deploy and execute Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) strategy to optimize the company’s resources to meet customer needs through running effective and efficient S&OP process. Qualifications & Skills • Relevant bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years with Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) experience preferably in the FMCG/Food industry. • Understanding of Commercial Operations (Sales & Marketing) in an FMCG environment. • SAP Required. • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to be able to engage with stakeholders at all levels across the business • Knowledge of demand planning, supply planning, inventory management and production scheduling principles

Country : Nigeria View Details

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Chief Financial Officer

CFO EAST AFRICA well known organisation in East Africa with nearly 1400 full-time employees and in the next 2-3 years expect to have 15,000 - 20,000 people working full-time for the company, almost all in Africa. They are looking for a dynamic CFO to work for an innovative expanding company. They have sustained revenue growth rate and an exciting future. Part of the executive team. Based in East Africa This is a global search and nationalities are not an issue. They are looking for the best candidate for the role. Candidates must have the following Experience. Otherwise not considered. 1. 15 years exp and in emerging markets, ideally East Africa. 2. Growth from 100m - 250-500million desirable. 3. Experience in consumer finance - ideally in microfinance and credit serving base of the pyramid customers. 4. Experience in leading a company through a successful exit (IPO or M&A transaction). - Company is looking to exit in 18 months/2 years. 5. Experience handling consumer products and distribution Other requirements are : - Candidate must bring an ability to creatively apply, adapt and evolve learnings and best practice of the MFI sector for the Pay-Go space. - Ideally candidate will have credit committee experience also. - Candidate will have the skills needed to win over the confidence of current investors/lenders. Also experience and ability to get new lenders to participate in off-balance sheet structures. - Candidate will understand and have experience of managing the loan book well. Therefore being operationally strong. - Candidate will be able to set clear expectations and manage their people well. Taking decisive action when this is needed. - Candidate will have well developed interpersonal skills and be able to manage their team efficiently and effectively ensuring motivation levels are high. - Candidate will have excellent verbal and written skills, communicating clearly to others on the executive team and those more junior members of staff. - Candidate will be a senior member of the executive team which is a shared purpose passionate group of professionals. - Candidate will be experienced at dealing with board members and investors who may ask pointed questions, keeping calm, proactive and solution orientated. - Understanding the operational and financial demands of growing revenues from $100 million to $250-500 million.

Country : East Africa View Details

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