Divisional Director, Baked Goods at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC)

PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) – Our client is a leading Food Services Provider, in two of the largest cities in Nigeria. The company’s vision is be the foremost integrated food services company in the country, providing the complete food service solutions to a select strata of clientele.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Divisional Director, Baked Goods

Reference Number: 130-PEO01108
Location: Lagos
Department: People & Change Nigeria
Job Type: Permanent

Roles & Responsibilities

The Divisional Director, Baked Goods will be responsible for the overall direction of the baked goods division covering long term business planning, approved plan implementation, budgeting, production, sales and distribution, setting of standards and maximising profitability.

The key responsibilities are as follows:

Develop and present a coherent business plan to grow market share and achieve market leadership in the Baked Goods Industry within an agreed timeframe
Oversee the day to day management of the division to cover maximal productivity, planning, adherence to global and industry standards, product quality, hygiene and safety and customer satisfaction
Responsible for budget setting, and attainment of budgeted revenues and profitability for the division
Lead and manage the division’s human resources to include assisting the HR function in selection, training, retention and performance management
Oversee the set-up of the biscuit and ingredients operations, advising on equipment selection to maximize returns on investment
Manage inventory to meet organizational goals
Ensure accurate accountability of company’s resources at the division’s disposal
Ensure a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents. Completes accident/incident reports promptly and attend in the event an employee is injured
Responsible for ensuring proper equipment handling, cleaning schedules and routine maintenance
Ensure compliance to regulation and manage relationships with the regulators
Recruit and manage distributors and distribution channels/system in line with overall business objectives
Minimize equipment downtime.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in any related field (Postgraduate Degree is an added advantage)
10 years minimum with the last 5 years at Executive Management level with budget responsibilities
Experience in the biscuit or other FMCG company with revenue profile exceeding N10b p.a. over the last 3 years

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