Job Vacancies at Ultimum Limited

Ultimum Limited is a fast-growing alcoholic & non-alcoholic Beverage’s manufacturing company and Nigerian-based subsidiary of Union Camerounaise de Brasseries – a leading Total Beverages Manufacturer with over 50 years presence and tremendous success in Cameroon; also, a proud sponsor of the 2024 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Abidjan. Ivory Coast. We are committed to developing quality products that satisfy all aspirations of our customers, and constantly innovating on ways to improve our products and deliver quality and special experience for our customers.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Procurement Manager

Job Location: Lagos

Job Purpose

• Manage end to end procurement processes for all indirect related procurement and oversee direct procurement materials. 
• Tasks will include:
  • Price Negotiations
  • Cost Model Reviews:
  • Engage with the deployment of EPDs and NPDs
  • Be a key contact for all procure to pay activities.
  • Contract/Schedule and PIR Management;

Manage And Implement SAP Related Tasks:

• Ensure quota arrangement is maintained where needed
• Ensure all active materials are set up with valid contracts
• Escalate SAP issues that may require expert handling.
• Ensure contracts data integrity within the system by carrying out periodic data health checks.

Price Trends Monitoring:

• Constant follow up with input raw material market prices and price trends.
• Be engaged with external business environment, foreign exchange movements and government policies to proactively anticipate business impact.
• Engage suppliers effectively and proactively.
• Plan quarterly supplier engagement sessions.
• Plan supplier visits where and when necessary.
• Conduct due diligence benchmarking within commodities subcategories.
• Internal and External Relationship Management;
• Build effective strategic relationships with key suppliers.
• Participate in helping resolve supplier issues and complaints.
• Attend internal cross-functional meetings.
• Attend to requests from other internal and/or external parties.
• Be an effective liaison between internal and external stakeholders.

Create And Deliver Effective Budget:

• Support in the setting up of the materials standard cost
• Deliver yearly spend within budget as aligned with the business.
• Identify, Implement and Deliver Sustainable and Long-Term Savings Opportunities;
• Through the strategy creation process, identify and explore all potential value levers.
• Constantly engage with the suppliers and R&D teams to identify, implement and deliver cost saving opportunities.

Monitor Inventory Levels:

• Participate in the setting of stockholding norms for commodities materials purchased by the organisation.
• Provide corrective action support for inventories that vary from plan.

Academic Qualifications

• A good first degree in social/management/physical sciences
• Possession of a Post graduate degree in Human Resources/Business Administration/Supply Chain Management or related field is an added advantage
• Membership of the CIPS, CILS, CILCS, CISCOM, Lean Six Sigma or any other related professional qualification is required.
• Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in a similar role, especially in the FMCG sector

Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of Inventory Management
• Knowledge of Cost management
• Knowledge of applicable legislations, as well as policies and procedures
• Demonstrates expertise in Procurement management.

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2.) Admin & Executive Support Officer

Job Location: Lagos

Job Purpose

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the People & Culture department by managing administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with company policies, and facilitating smooth People operations. 
• The incumbent will oversee the management of the HQ facility support the Executive team on all administrative matters.

Key Job Roles & Responsibilities
Office Administration:

• Oversee daily office operations, ensuring efficiency in administrative processes.
• Manage office supplies, facilities, and vendor relationships.
• Supervise clerical staff and ensure adherence to company policies.
• Coordinate company events, meetings, and corporate engagements.
• Manage business travel plans and ensure seamless execution.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare presentations, reports, and business documents for executives and management.
• Handle filing systems and document control in compliance with company standards.
• Assist in tracking key performance indicators and preparing monthly executive reports.

Communication & Coordination:

• Facilitate effective communication between departments and senior leadership.
• Support People Operations team, including recruitment coordination, welfare & benefits administration, and employee engagement activities.
• Manage official correspondence, including emails, memos, and announcements.

Executive Support:

• Provide direct assistance to senior management, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and managing correspondence.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodation, and itinerary planning for executives.
• Act as a liaison between management and internal/external stakeholders.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive company information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Office Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in administrative and/or executive support, preferably in an FMCG company.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.
• Exceptional attention to details.
• Tech savvy with good analytical ability.

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3.) Territory Distributor Manager

Job Locations: Abia, Imo, Edo, Rivers and Cross River
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Territory Distributor Manager will be responsible for maintaining customer relationships, meeting sales targets, and ensuring efficient sales operations within assigned geographic area. 
• The incumbent will devise sales strategies, analyze data, address customer concerns, and identify sales opportunities.

Responsibilities
Manage territory sales team and identify, develop and manage Key Distributors/ wholesalers to deliver assigned territory objectives for:

• Sales Volume
• Numeric and Weighted Distribution
• Market Share (Volume and Value)
• Distribution and Retail Channels Product Visibility.
• Merchandising and world-class customer service to trade partners
• Ensure process management for distributors, to ensure high customer service levels at acceptable levels of risk in order to achieve volume and revenue targets, which includes ordering, payment, invoicing, delivery of goods and visit planning.
• Analyze data to establish optimal route and sales management practices for the territory
• Monitor sales performance for all UL products across all outlets within the assigned territory
• Train and manage the assigned Sales Representatives for the territory
• Engage all trade partners (distributors, wholesalers, retailers and other pipeline customers within the territory, addressing their concerns and helping to grow their business in a collaborative manner)
• Carry out regular field/market/trade/outlet and consumer research and distill insights to improve territory performance and to advise UTL regional and national leadership
• Participate in industry or promotional events (e.g. trade shows) to cultivate customer relationships
• Conduct training in sales techniques and company product attributes
• Monitor competition within the assigned region
• Optimise RTM including Route and Beat Distribution System to consistently deliver primary and secondary sales objectives in assigned area.
• Set reasonable sales, distribution and stocking targets to be achieved by the sales team.
• Ensure excellent in-outlet execution standards are maintained across all channels within assigned territory consistent with the company LOS

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business management, Communication, Marketing, or Business Administration.
• Previous work experience as a Territory Sales Manager or a similar position in the FMCG industry.
• Demonstrate a track record of increasing sales and revenue; field sales experience is preferred.

Core Skills:

• Ability to develop sales strategies and use performance KPIs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organisation and analytical skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-oriented individual and an outstanding problem-solver.
• Multi-tasking, strong networking and superior decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools and salesforce applications.

Technical Competencies:

• Clear understanding of the dynamics of the carbonated soft drink industry
• Strategic mindset. Ability to identify and act on opportunities
• Understanding of RGM and ability to covert same into winning strategies
• Project management skills
• Ability to manage budgets
• People management skills
• Excellent communication skills

Other Essentials Competencies:

• Building Value Based Relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Building Sustainable Organizational Capabilities
• Leveraging and Respecting Others
• Problem Analysis / Problem-Solving
• Strategic Thinker and Decision Making
• Attention to details
• Results focused
• Sustaining operational excellence
• Integrity.

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