Vacancies 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 Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Engineering Manager will be the driver of excellence when it comes to the overall engineering and maintenance activity of the factory.
• The person will be a proactive individual with many years of engineering experience and proven leadership skills.
• You will be responsible for the overall operations of all processes in the factory. Managing spare part inventory and ensuring uptime for all equipment will be a key deliverable.
• You will require exceptional foresight, great communication skills, and an aptitude for managing risk.
• Ideally, candidates will have proof of their supervisory and technical skills and an appreciation for the complex nature of the industry.
• You will also be required to drive health and safety policies within the system.
• As the engineering manager, you will be required to build and manage a diverse team along with driving the following key dimensions.

Responsibilities
Strategic Effectiveness:

• Generate & implement a comprehensive engineering plan for the factory
• Implement preventive & corrective maintenance system for all the equipment, ensuring maximum up-time for all the equipment.
• Generate and adhere to R&M budget & CAPEX proposals.
• Create daily/weekly/monthly engineering reports, monitor operations and plant health
• Maintain equipment history cards, plan upgrade and replacement of the equipment
• Generate drawings for a new modification/improvement plan, incorporate technical improvements for efficiency increase.

Operational Effectiveness:

• Monitor daily records of energy and downtime, maintain utilization reports
• Build and manage diverse and effective teams.
• Prove hands-on skill and ability to train juniors for the repair of different types of equipment. Be the definitive engineering leader and technical expert
• Monitor performance of packaging m/c’s for technical efficiency
• Build relationships with vendors for services and spares for timely back-up. Cost, quality and time management with vendors and suppliers.
• Implementation of safety policies and developing a strong culture of safety practices
• Handle government agencies for environmental issues, be an advocate for health and safety at the location.
• Identify training needs and provide on-job /internal training. Create relevant training modules where required.
• Contract Management, working with legal and finance teams to ensure timely and effective execution.

Organizational Effectiveness:

• Maintain a high level of OEE for overall plant
• Downtime analysis, optimizing the maintenance process for better utilization of resources.
• Spare parts inventory management (Maintain an adequate level of spare parts as a cost-effective system). Building a network of JIT suppliers for cost control.
• Process optimization and regular improvements. Leading quality initiatives and ensuring actionable information is captured at every process.
• Strong follow-up for LT/HT electrical installations (existing) for proper maintenance
• Monitoring of gen-sets, boilers, chillers, air compressors, WTP, ETP daily for energy-efficient operation

Requirements

• BE/B. TECH in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering from a reputed institute
• 15-20 years of hands-on practical experience in medium/large food processing organization as an engineering & maintenance head.
• Exceptional people management skill along with multitasking abilities.
• Work experience with dairy/beverage Plant with APV/Tetra Pak processing system would be preferred
• Strong knowledge of utilities is a must for this role
• Knowledge of PLC and strong process orientation. Proven ability to manage quality.
• Proven track record of projects & improvement exercises.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Store Manager

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Ikorodu Store Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the efficient operation of the Engineering Store, Packing Material Store, and Additive Store.
• This position requires a meticulous, organized, and proactive individual who can manage inventory, ensure timely delivery of materials, and maintain seamless coordination between various departments.

Key Responsibilities
Inventory Management:

• Maintain accurate inventory records for all items in the Engineering, Packing Material, and Additive stores.
• Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure stock levels are accurate and up-to-date.
• Coordinate with procurement to restock items as necessary, ensuring no disruption to operations.
• Implement inventory control procedures to minimize loss, damage, and obsolescence.
• Ensure there is no stock variance by consistently monitoring inventory levels and resolving discrepancies promptly.

Supplier Coordination:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best prices and terms for materials.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues related to quality or delivery times.

Team Management:

• Supervise and lead store personnel, ensuring they are well-trained and capable of performing their duties.
• Schedule and coordinate the activities of store staff to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and professional growth.

Key Deliverables
Operational Efficiency:

• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for the management of the stores.
• Ensure that all stores are organized, clean, and well-maintained to facilitate easy access to materials.
• Utilize inventory management software to track stock levels, orders, and deliveries.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all activities within the stores comply with company policies and industry regulations.
• Implement safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of store personnel.
• Conduct regular safety training sessions for store staff to promote a culture of safety.

Reporting and Communication:

• Prepare and submit regular reports on inventory levels, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
• Liaise with other department managers to ensure the stores’ operations align with overall company goals.
• Communicate effectively with senior management, providing updates on store performance and any issues that arise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in inventory management or store management, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and safety standards.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Civil Engineer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• Construction / Rebuilding of Earthen Dykes, dams, Irrigation Facilities & Laterite / Dirt Roads.
• Formulation & adoption of SOP for Upkeep & Maintenance of Dykes, Irrigation Facilities, and laterite / dirt roads.
• Ensure Upkeep & Maintenance of Dykes, Irrigation Facilities and Roads as per the SOP.
• Formulation & adoption of SOP on Flood Arresting / Protection Measures.
• Preparation & monitoring of the yearly Budget for all these activities or any other land development planned by management.
• Ensure effective & efficient deployment / usage / management of all the earthen moving machinery.
• Managing complete earthen infrastructure team.

Requirements

• 6 to 10 years of hands-on Civil work related to earthen dam / dyke work, Dam / Dyke maintenance & rebuilt work, laterite or earthen road work, Irrigation canal work & maintenance & good experience in handing of earth moving machinery like excavator, compactor etc.
• Graduation or a Diploma in Civil Engineering with specialization in civil work related to earthen dyke / dam. Laterite / dirt roads / irrigation canals.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Regional Sales Manager

Location: Nigeria (Remote)
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• We are looking for a dynamic individual to lead the sales efforts in the region.
• As the Regional sales manager (RSM), you will be responsible for planning & setting objectives to achieve the top line and bottom-line results of the region as per the business plan and defined budget.
• You should also be able to remotely supervise a team of salespeople and set profitable goals.
• Our ideal candidate will posses excellent communication skills with a strategic mindset.

Job Responsibilites
Strategic Effectiveness:

• Design and implement a regional sales plan in line with distribution segment strategy.
• Meets regional sales financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective action.
• Translate quarterly sales and revenue targets into comprehensive action plans.
• Acts as an innovator and recommends product lines by identifying new product opportunities, and/or product, packaging, and service changes; surveying consumer needs and trends; tracking competitors.

Operational Effectiveness:

• Monitor performance against plans and objectives and takes remedial action in cases of shortfalls.
• Coordinate sales and distribution activities within the region.
• Monitor and report on competitor activities within the region.
• Manage, coordinate and support distributors.
• Address potential problems and suggest prompt solutions.
• Managing large local teams across a country/region.

Requirements

• Management graduate with 10 to 15 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant industry.
• Prior experience in sales and distribution always adds value.
• Drive to manage sales in unstructured environments.
• An understanding of how, and the willingness to go the extra mile, to bring added business value.
• Ability to lead and motivate a high-performance sales team.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online