Ongoing Recruitment at Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company

Coca-Cola HBC (Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company) is a bottling partner of The Coca-Cola Company. Coca-Cola HBC is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland and has a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange and secondary listing on the Athens Exchange. The Coca-Cola Company is the world's largest beverage company and operates in more than 200 countries.

Life at Coca-Cola HBC is fast-paced and challenging, with fair rewards and exciting learning opportunities. We promote an inclusive workplace, value diverse views and opinions and always appoint the best person for the job, ensuring equality in our shortlists and appointments. Take up the challenge. Join us!

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) On Trade Account Developer - Premium Spirit

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Work type: On-site
Category: Sales

About the Job

• The successful candidate will be expected to executes sales drivers activities (distribution, visibility, promotion, quality, persuasion) and also run the commercial surveys, analyzes market demand and potential.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Sets daily outlet visit plan based on routing.  
• Executes Sales Drivers Activities (Distribution, Visibility, Promotion, Quality, Persuasion)
• Runs the commercial surveys, analyzes market demand and potential
• Drive Sales performance and sets daily targets with On-trade Leader
• Manages POS (permanent and temporary)
• Implements Consumer Promotions/Events according to brand plan
• Drive customer relationships according to priorities & agreed plans and ensures that these are adhered across all agreements and customer interactions.
• Execute the market development of area/customer of responsibility (volume, growth, revenue, market share, etc.) & achieves KBIs.
• Effective selling and negotiation with customers (new products, distribution, etc.)
• Participation to team activities for the achievement of the team's results (critical KBIs)
• Builds and continuously upgrades customer relationships to drive the Business forward.
• Ensures that relationships are developed with peers across cooperating departments and upwards that lead to alignment of plans and enable delivery of sales results.
• Continuously improves processes and exploits growth opportunities in the market that will bring better results at lower cost.
• Ensures achievement of new launches targets in own area and contributes to total team results.
• Identify and recruit new prospective HORECA accounts.
• Coordinate the implementation and periodic review of security personnel and ensuring a high level.

Is this You?

• Minimum of Three years’ experience in FMCG (Alcoholic Beverage/Premium Spirits Category),
• Commercial & Customer Marketing Experience (Spirits/AFBs)
• Proven experience in On-Trade Activation
• Selling & Negotiation skills
• Strong analysis & synthesis skills
• Presentation skills & Interpersonal skills
• Financial Acumen.

Application Closing Date: 27th March, 2025.

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2.) Plant Facility Manager

Job Locations: Abuja, Asejire - Oyo, Benin - Edo, Challawa - Kano, Maiduguri - Borno, Owerri - Imo, Port Harcourt - Rivers
Work type: On-site
Category: Supply Chain

About the Job

• The Plant Facility Manager is responsible for ensuring optimal functionality, efficiency, and safety of all plant facilities, including production areas, warehouses, office spaces, canteen, rest rooms and utilities. 
• This role involves leading proactive maintenance strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing costs, and enhancing overall operational excellence. 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure daily functionality of all plant facilities, including utilities, lighting, HVAC, restrooms, and common areas.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and optimize asset lifespan.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits, identifying and resolving maintenance issues proactively.
• Lead the execution of renovations, refurbishments, and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to align facility operations with business needs.
• Develop and manage the annual facility budget, ensuring cost control and efficiency.
• Enforce best practices for workplace safety, sustainability, and energy efficiency.
• Supervise and manage external vendors (custodians, technicians, contractors) to ensure service quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate and manage contracts for facility-related services.
• Track and analyze facility-related expenses, identifying opportunities for cost savings.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance plant efficiency and sustainability.

Plant Location:

• Abuja Plant
• Asejire Plant
• Benin Plant
• Challawa Plant
• Maiduguri Plant
• Owerri Plant
• Port-Harcourt Plant

Requirements

• Candidate should possess a B.Sc / HND in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related field).
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant technical experience (FMCG experience preferred).
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP ERM.
• Strong understanding of plant quality, health, safety, and environmental (QHSE) standards.
• Knowledge of CCH & TCCC systems, policies, and standards is an advantage
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information clearly.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Project management expertise.
• Teamwork & effective collaboration skills.
• Budgeting and financial analysis skills.
• Negotiation and contract management experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.  

Application Closing Date: 28th February, 2025.

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3.) Automation Engineer

Job Location: Nigeria (Total Country)
Work type: On-site
Category: Supply Chain

About the Job

• The Automation Engineer ensures reliable and sustainable electrical and automation systems of all bottling and utilities equipment in the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform timely and high-quality repairs on all bottling and utilities equipment in the event of electrical or automation issues.
• Ensure compliance with plant automation operating procedures and standards.
• Support project implementation by ensuring adherence to automation requirements for both new and existing projects.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement solutions for equipment and process related non-conformances.
• Ensure regular updates and availability of user program backups for all automation equipment.
• Maintain up-to-date electrical documentation for all plant equipment.
• Utilize condition monitoring tools to assess automation equipment and develop corrective action plans (CAPs) for identified issues.
• Maintain availability of essential automation parts and establish appropriate reorder levels.
• Oversee maintenance contracts related to inspection and coding machines, ensuring adherence to contract terms.
• Perform routine audits on electrical controls to ensure operational efficiency.
• Assess skills gaps among electrical/automation technicians and coordinate training to align with industry trends.
• Submit timely reports on the electrical/automation status of plant equipment.
• Contribute to business planning for productivity improvements and cost efficiency.
• Contribute to the preparation and control of the maintenance budget, ensuring
• adequate funds for all routines and initiatives aligned with strategic and operational plans.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc./HND in Electrical/Electronics/Automation Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in similar role
• Efficient knowledge of SAP, Siemens & PLCs, Danfoss, Omron, Sensors, PLC programming skills etc.
• Adequate knowledge of bottling technology & FMCG experience.
• Experience in execution of projects such as: line commissioning, annual maintenance planning.
• Operational planning expertise. Understanding of financial impact of decisions.
• Ability to think in terms of functional sustainability rather than short term wins
• Ability to implement, disseminate & enforce safety, health & environment policy
• Open-minded, intellectually curious & flexible
• Excellent communicator & people management skills.

Application Closing Date: 27th March, 2025.

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Note: Please note that this is a pool recruitment process, so there may be a slight delay in the overall recruitment timeline.