Managing Director Job at ILLAJ Commodity and Trading Company

ILLAJ Commodity Trading is a dynamic player in the commodity trading industry, specializing in the procurement, trading, and exportation of high-demand commodities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Managing Director
Job Location: Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities 

• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and other departments to produce feasible and aligned operational plans that support supply chain and business objectives.
• Drive financial target achievement by minimizing forecast inaccuracies and aligning operational strategies with sales and marketing goals.
• Enhance cross-departmental communication and joint initiatives to foster alignment of procurement and supply chain goals with broader organizational objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement and supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Establish and uphold high standards of performance within the team, supporting individual and organizational development.
• Promote process improvements to enhance productivity, accuracy, and efficiency across all supply chain functions.
• Manage general operations of the company’s procurement of commodity and non-commodity materials, including strategic sourcing from both local and international suppliers.
• Develop, implement, and refine demand planning processes to generate accurate demand forecasts.
• Streamline procurement workflows to improve operational efficiency, achieve cost savings, and maintain quality standards.
• Optimize operational efficiencies and procurement processes using ERP modules tailored for purchasing and procurement, enhancing data accuracy and supporting real-time decision-making.
• Capture, interpret, and leverage customer and market demand information to support supply chain and business decisions.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to create and communicate demand information, ensuring alignment with business objectives and supply chain capabilities.
• Measure and monitor demand planning accuracy, continuously improving processes to minimize forecast errors and bias
• Work with the supply chain manager to develop and execute procurement strategies that enhance supplier diversification, ensure supply continuity, and mitigate risks.
• Work with the Inventory department to oversee warehousing and inventory control processes to ensure efficient storage, handling, and movement of goods.
• Implement policies and procedures that optimize inventory turnover rates and enhance the company's cash flow and working capital management.
• Develop organizational policies on inventory management best practices to maintain optimal stock levels, prevent stock outs, and avoid overstocking.
• Oversee import and export logistics to ensure smooth international trading operations, minimizing customs delays and ensuring compliance with international trade laws.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of import/export regulations and tariffs to navigate and mitigate trade barriers and costs.
• Collaborate with logistics partners and internal teams to streamline cross-border shipments and manage customs clearance processes effectively

Educational Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• An MBA or Master’s in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (MLSCM) from a reputable institution is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications:

• 10-12 years of extensive experience in procurement, supply chain, and commodity trading roles, with a focus on demand planning, inventory management, and import/export operations.
• Proven expertise in ERP software for managing procurement and supply chain processes efficiently.
• In-depth knowledge of import/export regulations, ensuring compliance and smooth operations in international trade.
• Prior experience and familiarity with the Nigerian and African commodity markets, offering valuable regional insight and strategic advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Negotiation strategies skills to achieve favorable outcomes in terms of cost and quality.
• Proven leadership abilities, with a history of guiding teams to exceed performance goals.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, consistently identifying critical elements in complex situations.
• Ability to takes proactive measures in optimizing stock levels to meet demand while controlling expenses.
• Flexibly adjusts strategies and operations skills in response to evolving market trends and organizational objectives

Salary
N500,000 - N600,000 monthly. 

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: mdcommodity@illaj.odoo.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.