PACKAGING MANAGER NEEDED

JOB TITLE:     PACKAGING MANAGER

LOCATION:    NIGERIA

COUNTRY:     NIGERIA

COMPANY:    FJA



DESCRIPTION:
Packaging Manager, FMCG, Nigeria
SALARY: Attractive Package according to experience
Within Nigeria, the demand for sophisticated presentation and packaging of consumer goods continues to grow, and with leading brands across all areas of personal and home care products, our client needs to ensure
that its products retain their market leading positions through attractive and commercial packaging solutions.
Working alongside some of the industry’s best marketing individuals, the Packaging Manager will be key to bridging the gap between design aspirations and the practicalities of materials available, technical capabilities and the cost implications of packaging solutions in the Nigerian market. The role will require a strong background and technical understanding of a wide range of packaging in order to translate marketing ideas into attractively packaged products which are also cost effective and practical, fronting the process with design agencies as well as managing the suppliers closely. With hundreds of products in their portfolio, the role will offer excellent variety as well as requiring the ability to manage a number of projects concurrently.
Strong project management skills will be paramount to the success of this role and in particular managing the suppliers closely to ensure packaging is delivered in the correct specification at the right time to the factories. Experience managing suppliers in a market such as Nigeria will be extremely beneficial in order to foresee where the supply process could break down and take the appropriate steps in order to prevent delays and errors, ensuring a smooth and cost effective delivery of packaging.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE;
• Manage Major Projects on all packaging requirements to meet agreed launch dates across Health & Beauty Care, Soaps and Detergents, mainly in Nigeria but with occasional support to other African businesses.
• Drive projects in both New Product Development as well as assessing Margin Improvements on current packaging.
• Seek out innovative options to current and new packaging projects in order to gain and maintain a competitive edge in all product ranges in Nigeria whilst maintaining a global perspective on relevant brands.
• Assess, audit and approve new and current packaging suppliers throughout the Packaging Supply Chain, managing all orders closely throughout the supply process.
• Liaise with teams spanning Marketing, Supply Chain, Technical, Design Agencies and Suppliers locally as well as actively participating in the Packaging network globally
• Ensure the use of best practice and that all works undertaken meet the legal, regulatory and other standards requirements as directed by the company
The role will require an individual who can communicate at all levels, taking ownership and control of projects and using negotiation skills both internally and externally to ensure the best outcomes for the company overall. This is a key hire for the organisation and is able to offer excellent progression within Nigeria as well as within the Group into one of its other Global operations if desired.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will have; • 5-10 years FMCG experience to include at least 4 years packaging experience. • A sound technical understanding of a range of packaging solutions • Supply chain exposure ideally with experience managing suppliers • Extensive project management experience, managing multiple projects concurrently • Strong commercial acumen with experience of driving margin improvements through packaging and supply chain initiatives • A track record of success and progression with stability • The ability to take ownership and be personally accountable for tasks to ensure delivery • Excellent communication skills, able to liaise with senior management and external suppliers effectively
TO APPLY: If you are interested in being considered this role, please email your CV to Kiera Whitmee at: kw@executivesinafrica.com or call on +44 7900 828 232. Please include current remuneration details. The initial shortlist will be presented to the client by 30th June 2010 and whilst we will consider exceptional candidates after this date, please respond early to get full consideration for the position. Please note that due to tight timescales and high volumes of applications, we will only be able to contact successful candidates. Executives in Africa specialise in Senior Executive Appointments in Africa. www.executivesinafrica.com
CONTACT DETAILS

CONTACT PERSON: Kiera Whitmee
TELEPHONE: +44 7900 828 232
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E-MAIL: kw@executivesinafrica.com
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