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Supply Chain Manager at Lagos Bus Services Limited

Sep 12, 2023, 10:00 PM
Procurement, Supply Chain, Inventory & Warehousing
Lagos Bus Services Limited

Lagos Bus Services Limited (LBSL) was incorporated in 2016as a Transport Asset Acquisition, Operations, and Advisory Services Company to provide a much-needed compass and guide to the operation of Bus Services in Lagos. As Lagos evolves into a smart city, LBSL is positioned to create a very competitive space in the Transport Industry where urban mobility guarantees a market for mass transit transport operators; with availability and pricing as key decision drivers. LBSL is tasked with the responsibility of ensuring the orderliness, proper coordination and progress of the Transport Industry in Lagos.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Oshodi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Objective(s)

Support LBSL through the design and implementation of value driven procurement and inventory strategies, for service efficiency
Monitor and manage the supply chain processes in conformity with best industry practice
Contribute to the cost management initiatives by maintaining appropriate economic quantity of stock items
Plan, coordinate and oversee supply chain strategy and operations
Support other departments and units in their supply chain related efforts
Resolve challenges that affect operational performance
Liaise with appropriate authorities for supply chain emergencies

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate and oversee all purchasing activities, manage and develop supplier/vendor relationships and negotiations
Drive cost reduction and support revenue growth by ensuring appropriately managed supply chain
Work closely with user departments (e.g. facilities management team) in handling of objections and complaints in regard to stocks items and related services
Liaise with other departments/units to ensure accuracy in demand forecasts, and generate supply plans for year-round availability of business-critical stock items (and related service)
Consistently ensure measurements and evaluation of supplier/vendor performance
Keep abreast of relevant economic, industry, supply market, and business conditions
Maintain a “no surprises” supply chain environment
Proffer appropriate solutions for all supply chain operational challenges
Provide timely updates to GLC, for supply assurance
Ensure compliance to formal sourcing, procurement policies and preferred supplier/vendor agreements
Ensure accurate records of all materials and stock items
Ensure economic order quantity and minimum re-order levels are maintained on all stock items
Provide clear direction and undertake performance monitoring of the Supply Chain Team
Ensure clear documentation of procurement and inventory related processes, and adherence by the SC team
Manage resources (human, technology and physical), through good practices, communication systems, and performance management techniques
Monitor forecasts and quotas to identify changes or to determine their effect on supply chain activities
Monitor inventory turnover, reduce waste, and mitigate inventory holding costs.
Ensure competitive pricing from Suppliers/Vendors
Efficiently negotiate orders and contracts
Manage activities related to strategic or tactical purchasing, inventory requirements/planning, inventory control and warehousing
Implement organizational process or policy changes
Develop and appropriately utilise material costs forecasts or standard cost lists.
Periodically review Supply Chain protocols continue to meet LBSL operational needs
The Supply Chain Manager will place his/her full working capabilities at the disposal of LBSL, and based on work exigencies, LBSL reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities to the role

Required Qualifications and Work Experience

Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma in Business, Finance, or a related field of study
Possession of a master’s degree will be an added advantage.
5 (Five) years Supply Chain Management supervisory experience
Ability to translate strategies into action, and follow through to goal attainment
Proven high level of integrity, transparency, and team spirit
Proven ability to lead and energize others
Exposure to procurement process in a logistics company will be an added advantage.
Familiarity with in-house maintenance of vehicles will be an added advantage.
Membership of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Management of Nigeria (CIPSMN) is desirable

Knowledge / Skills:

Competency in procurement and inventory management software
Project Management Administration
A good grasp of transportation economics and related market dynamics
Ability to build buy-in with multiple stakeholders, even with conflicting priorities
Ability to develop, interpret and apply required policies and procedures
Proven ability to adhere to ethical standards and good management principles
Ability to address tactical business concerns with practical near-term and sustainable solutions
Proven time management skills particularly for deadlines and targets
Proven experience in monitoring service performance levels.
Strong background in contemporary supply chain, sourcing, purchasing and inventory management methods and tools
Knowledge of analytics, behavioural and motivational factors, affecting decision making
Exemplary negotiating skills and innovative approach to assigned duties
Hands on leadership style, team facilitation and engaging interpersonal skills
Ability to pay attention to details on all issues and concerns
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to effectively prioritize workload and effectively manage changes in direction and priority