General Manager (Non-Commodity Procurement) Job at Olam Agri

Olam Agri is a market-leading, differentiated food, feed, and fiber agri-business with a global origination footprint, processing capabilities, and deep understanding of market needs built over 33 years. With a strong presence in high-growth emerging markets and products across grains & oilseeds, animal feed & protein, rice, edible oils, specialty grains & seeds, cotton, wood products, rubber and commodity financial services.

Olam Agri is at the heart of global food and agri-trade flows with more than 40 million MT in volume traded annually. Focused on transforming food, feed and fiber for a more sustainable future, it aims at creating value for customers, enabling farming communities to prosper sustainably, and strive for a food-secure future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: General Manager (Non-Commodity Procurement)

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Overseeing the procurement of non-commodity materials involves a strategic approach to managing both local and international sourcing to support company operations effectively.
• This may involve developing a comprehensive sourcing strategy that considers factors like supplier selection, quality control, and risk management to maintain cost-effectiveness and reliability in the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Formulate comprehensive procurement strategies for specialized materials, focusing on supplier diversification and risk management.
• Streamline procurement workflows to enhance operational efficiency and achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Use SAP modules tailored for procurement to optimize data accuracy and facilitate real-time decision-making.
• Oversee import/export logistics, ensuring compliance with international trade laws and minimizing customs delays.
• Employ inventory management best practices to maintain adequate stock levels, preventing overstocking and stockouts.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth among the procurement team members.
• Enhance cross-departmental collaboration through regular communication and joint initiatives, aligning procurement goals with broader organizational objectives.

Requirements

• Engineering degree coupled with an MBA from a prestigious institution.
• Extensive experience, spanning 12-15 years, in procurement and supply chain management roles.
• Proficiency in SAP software, ensuring efficient and effective management of business processes.
• In-depth knowledge of import/export procedures, critical for global trade compliance.
• Valuable prior experience with Nigerian/African markets, offering a strategic advantage in these regions

Key Skills:

• Utilizes advanced negotiation strategies to achieve favourable outcomes in terms of cost and quality.
• Exhibits proficiency in communication, articulating thoughts clearly and effectively in both verbal and written forms.
• Upholds the highest ethical standards, ensuring all professional activities are conducted with integrity.
• Demonstrates resilience and composure, effectively handling stress and pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Proven leadership abilities, with a history of guiding teams to exceed performance goals.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, consistently identifying critical elements in complex situations.
• Takes a proactive approach to inventory management, optimizing stock levels to meet demand while controlling expenses.
• Flexibly adjusts strategies and operations in response to evolving market trends and organizational objectives.