Head, Warehouse and Logistics at HealthPlus Limited

HealthPlus Limited, Nigeria’s first integrative pharmacy, is the fastest-growing pharmacy chain in West Africa. We are committed to our mission of helping people achieve optimum health and vitality, while delivering superior value to stakeholders. Our vision is to be Africa’s #1 for pharmacy, wellness and beauty. Recently, we secured significant foreign investment from our partners to scale up our network of retail outlets and our online business. This strategy will give us unparalleled reach across the country and beyond.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Warehouse and Logistics

Reference No: HP/WL/2019
Location: Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
Contract Type: Permanent

Job Functions

Compliance & Regulatory Affairs, Distribution, Logistics, Management, Product Management, Quality Control, Retail, Safety & Security, Supply Chain,Warehousing

Industries:

Distribution, Warehousing & Freight,Ecommerce,Fmcg (Fast Moving Consumer Goods Sector),Food & Beverages,Freight / Shipping / Transport / Import / Export,Logistics,Manufacturing,Pharmaceutical / Medical / Healthcare / Hygiene,Retail,Supply Chain,Wholesale

Specification

Direct the warehouse & logistics department which is part of the supply chain division
Develop and direct strategies for the warehouse & logistics department. Ensure these strategies are aligned with the overall goals of the organisation
Develop and implement the strategies through the scorecards for the division
Develop and implement an inventory optimisation plan, a warehouse optimisation plan and logistics optimization plan for the division
Drive business efficiencies through standardisation of policies, processes and procedures across the department
Prepare annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and monthly reports for warehouse & logistics department.
Implement and driving a culture of continuous improvement within warehouse & logistics department.
Establish and maintain networks that foster and promote excellent relationships with all relevant stakeholders
Ensure timely delivery of goods to the retail outlets
Plan the arrangement of goods within the warehouse and organize special requirements for certain stock, such as chilled goods or fragile products
Ensure productivity targets are met and maintain computerized administration and automated storage and retrieval systems
Accountable for the proper handling, storage and reconciliation for all products in the warehouse
Collate accurate Inventory data for management information and decision making
Collate accurate stock data for report on availability of goods for efficient movement of products through the distribution network
Ensure good record keeping and provide clear reconciliation of goods received from vendors
Ensure adequate and smooth fleet management for the distribution centre.
Ensure damaged stock are transferred to designated stacking area and records kept for decision making
Ensure proper housekeeping inside the warehouse at all times
Maintain warehouse staff job results by training, coaching, counselling, disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
Ensure effective utilization of manpower and warehouse equipments
Provide adequate supervision to ensures proper maintenance of warehouse equipments
Ensure workplace health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the warehouse and stock
Plan regular inspection to ensure implementation and continuous compliance to HSE policies as it affects warehousing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or other related field with ten (10) years relevant experience
5-7 years relevant experience in either the Retail, FMCG or Pharmaceuticals sectors
Membership of a recognized, relevant professional body (e.g. Chartered Institute of Supply Chain Management Nigeria)
IT Savvy
Excellent leadership & influencing skills
Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
Numerate, with good finance abilities and capable of managing budgets
Strong forecasting and planning skills; able to correct assess the needs of the Business
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must have demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage multiple competing priorities while consistently meeting deadlines
Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
Good negotiation, numerical and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of developing standards and inventory controls
Good problem solving and decision making skills
Strong Time management skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and strong attention to details
Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office skills like Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Working knowledge of HSE Policies, Procedures and Systems, and proven commitment to delivery of the same.