Recruitment at BIC Nigeria

Recruitment at BIC Nigeria

BIC® products are known and appreciated all over the world for their quality, their affordability and ease of use. The ballpoint pen, the pocket lighter, the one-piece shaver are all part of the daily lives of millions of consumers. These products make BIC® one of the best known international brands, present in 3.2 million retail outlets, in more than 160 countries. As we explore the tremendous opportunities ahead, we have a need for dedicated and dynamic employees to help build our team.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Associate Manager, End to End Planning

Location: Nigeria

Main Responsibilities / Tasks

• Develop and implement efficient supply chain and production planning strategies.
• Lead the monthly performance review meetings for the cluster and align on priorities and strategic decisions.
• Responsible to set and review the business unit stock policy and ensure on time availability for demands.
• Responsible for long range planning process to assess and propose production capacity and capex requirements.
• Oversee and manage inventory levels to meet production and customer demands.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and warehouse teams to optimize the flow of goods.
• Analyze market trends and production capacity to anticipate material needs.
• Work closely with the manufacturing team to implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to supply chain operations.
• Ensure correctness of purchase forecasts for added value imported products and align with factory planners on availability and possible supply constraints.
• Place firm intercompany orders for local warehouse replenishment and follow up with factory planners until order is shipped.
• Ensure best possible container optimization on inbound orders, to keep Freight-In costs as low as possible.
• Responsible for local inventory levels; balance between intended service level and optimal inventory holdings.
• Keep track on Overstock and Slow-Moving items. Work with Sales and Marketing teams to propose actions to deplete them.
• Work closely with Marketing teams to ensure on-time availability of new products.
• Manage capacity utilization files and makes production budgets in line with the demand
• Lead the monthly supply review meetings to set the base for the monthly planning activity and alignment with internal stakeholders on the deliverables, attainment and adherence to plan.
• Lead the weekly production planning process and align the Constrained production plan with the necessary stakeholders.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Days of Cover per product / product family and all product levels.
• Inventory value Vs Net sales
• Inventory in units Vs net sales
• Overstock value Vs Net sales and Gross inventory
• Purchase forecast accuracy > 95% at lag 4.
• Production Attainment > 98%
• Production Adherence > 98%
• OTIF( On time in full) >95%
• Net Cut kept at min < 0.5% of Net sales and previous years.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supply chain and production planning roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and forecasting tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Qualifications:

• University Degree completed in relevant field.
• Minimum experience of 6 years.
• Embodies all the BIC Values & Behaviors: Simplicity, Ethics, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Ingenuity.
• Strong team player
• Possess leadership skills
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Process Oriented. Ability to continuously improve a supply chain and manage complex customer needs.
• Efficient and can prioritize workload.
• Open-minded and cultural acumen.
• Solution-driven with the willingness and ability to implement innovative ideas and improve working methodologies. Able to break down complex issues into simple components and build/implement required action plans.
• Hands-on in line with BIC culture, can handle various tasks with humility and business drive.
• Advanced level required on Excel Office
• Any ERP knowledge (JDE preferably).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• The Maintenance Manager will oversee the maintenance operations of the factory to ensure optimal performance of all machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• The role involves managing a team of technicians and support staff, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and implementing proactive and reactive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency

Key Responsibilities
Maintenance Planning and Execution:

• Develop, implement, and oversee preventive maintenance schedules for all machinery and equipment.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing issues, and coordinating quick repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.

Team Management:

• Supervise and lead the maintenance team, including training, and evaluating team members.
• Assign tasks and ensure proper delegation to achieve maintenance goals effectively.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

Operational Efficiency:

• Monitor and analyse equipment performance to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with production managers to prioritize maintenance tasks based on production schedules and needs.
• Ensure spare parts inventory is maintained at optimal levels to avoid production disruptions.

Safety and Compliance:

• Enforce adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations within the maintenance department.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and equipment inspections.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, government regulations, and company policies.

Budget Management:

• Prepare and manage the maintenance department’s budget, including costs for repairs, spare parts, and labour.
• Evaluate and approve purchase requests for equipment and maintenance supplies.
• Seek cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or safety.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in maintenance management, preferably in a plastic manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of plastic processing machinery (e.g., injection molding, extrusion) and auxiliary equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) is an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulatory requirements in manufacturing.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Budgeting and cost-management expertise.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Area Sales Representative

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Category: Sales

Main Responsibilities / Tasks

• Generate sales order and ensure delivery of products in the assigned sales areas and outlets
• Efficient retail redistribution of all LSNL/BIC products and effective coverage of relevant outlets in the assigned sales areas
• Regularly review of performance with the regional managers and customers in line with agreed target.
• Develop coverage Plan for the territory.
• Seek new sales opportunities within designated sales areas.
• Flawless implementation of SFA and other projects in sales areas.
• Flawless promotion execution and POSM deployment

Key Performance Indicators

• Achieving sales targets; Volume and Value
• Achieves coverage plan and number of new outlets listing
• Frequency of orders and cash collection
• Speed to shelf and high impact visibility
• Strong Numeric and Weighted Distribution of LSNL/BIC products in region.

Complex Criteria
Professional skills:

• R – Business and results oriented with proven negotiation skills
• R – Able to identify new sales opportunities
• D – Understand needs of customers and provide solution lead
• R – Hard working, rigorous, well organized and able to work autonomously
• R – Ability to complete assigned task within a short period of time
• D – Analytic, accurate and quick interpretation of figures

Personal skills:

• R – A self-starter, working under their own initiative… and a completer/finisher
• R – Ability to analyze and provide clear recommendations
• R – Good communication skills (writing & verbal)
• R – Build strong relationships with both key external and internal customers
• R – Energy and passion for achievement of own commitments and delivering company objectives
• D – Able to influence and persuade others to take a specific course of action

Compensation
In many of our locations, we offer team members:

• Competitive compensation and recognition
• Hybrid work environment and flexible approach to work
• Retirement and financial savings options
• Well-being and mental health support
• Parental leave
• Physical well-being initiatives and health insurance plans
• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteer opportunities

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Area Sales Representative

Location: Benin, Edo
Category: Sales

Main Responsibilities / Tasks

• Generate sales order and ensure delivery of products in the assigned sales areas and outlets
• Efficient retail redistribution of all LSNL/BIC products and effective coverage of relevant outlets in the assigned sales areas
• Regularly review of performance with the regional managers and customers in line with agreed target.
• Develop coverage Plan for the territory.
• Seek new sales opportunities within designated sales areas.
• Flawless implementation of SFA and other projects in sales areas.
• Flawless promotion execution and POSM deployment

Key Performance Indicators

• Achieving sales targets; Volume and Value
• Achieves coverage plan and number of new outlets listing
• Frequency of orders and cash collection
• Speed to shelf and high impact visibility
• Strong Numeric and Weighted Distribution of LSNL/BIC products in region.

Complex Criteria
Professional skills:

• R – Business and results oriented with proven negotiation skills
• R – Able to identify new sales opportunities
• D – Understand needs of customers and provide solution lead
• R – Hard working, rigorous, well organized and able to work autonomously
• R – Ability to complete assigned task within a short period of time
• D – Analytic, accurate and quick interpretation of figures

Personal skills:

• R – A self-starter, working under their own initiative… and a completer/finisher
• R – Ability to analyze and provide clear recommendations
• R – Good communication skills (writing & verbal)
• R – Build strong relationships with both key external and internal customers
• R – Energy and passion for achievement of own commitments and delivering company objectives
• D – Able to influence and persuade others to take a specific course of action

Compensation
In many of our locations, we offer team members:

• Competitive compensation and recognition
• Hybrid work environment and flexible approach to work
• Retirement and financial savings options
• Well-being and mental health support
• Parental leave
• Physical well-being initiatives and health insurance plans
• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteer opportunities

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Area Sales Representative

Location: Abeokuta, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-Time (Hybrid)
Category: Sales

Main Responsibilities / Tasks

• Generate sales order and ensure delivery of products in the assigned sales areas and outlets
• Efficient retail redistribution of all LSNL/BIC products and effective coverage of relevant outlets in the assigned sales areas
• Regularly review of performance with the regional managers and customers in line with agreed target.
• Develop coverage Plan for the territory.
• Seek new sales opportunities within designated sales areas.
• Flawless implementation of SFA and other projects in sales areas.
• Flawless promotion execution and POSM deployment

Key Performance Indicators

• Achieving sales targets; Volume and Value
• Achieves coverage plan and number of new outlets listing
• Frequency of orders and cash collection
• Speed to shelf and high impact visibility
• Strong Numeric and Weighted Distribution of LSNL/BIC products in region.

Complex Criteria
Professional skills:

• R – Business and results oriented with proven negotiation skills (Required)
• R – Able to identify new sales opportunities
• D – Understand needs of customers and provide solution lead
• R – Hard working, rigorous, well organized and able to work autonomously
• R – Ability to complete assigned task within a short period of time
• D – Analytic, accurate and quick interpretation of figures

Personal skills:

• R – A self-starter, working under their own initiative… and a completer/finisher
• R – Ability to analyze and provide clear recommendations
• R – Good communication skills (writing & verbal)
• R – Build strong relationships with both key external and internal customers
• R – Energy and passion for achievement of own commitments and delivering company objectives
• D – Able to influence and persuade others to take a specific course of action

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Area Sales Representative

Location: Minna, Niger
Category: Sales

Main Responsibilities / Tasks

• Generate sales order and ensure delivery of products in the assigned sales areas and outlets
• Efficient retail redistribution of all LSNL/BIC products and effective coverage of relevant outlets in the assigned sales areas
• Regularly review of performance with the regional managers and customers in line with agreed target.
• Develop coverage Plan for the territory.
• Seek new sales opportunities within designated sales areas.
• Flawless implementation of SFA and other projects in sales areas.
• Flawless promotion execution and POSM deployment

Key Performance Indicators

• Achieving sales targets; Volume and Value
• Achieves coverage plan and number of new outlets listing
• Frequency of orders and cash collection
• Speed to shelf and high impact visibility
• Strong Numeric and Weighted Distribution of LSNL/BIC products in region.

Complex Criteria
Professional skills:

• R – Business and results oriented with proven negotiation skills
• R – Able to identify new sales opportunities
• D – Understand needs of customers and provide solution lead
• R – Hard working, rigorous, well organized and able to work autonomously
• R – Ability to complete assigned task within a short period of time
• D – Analytic, accurate and quick interpretation of figures

Personal skills:

• R – A self-starter, working under their own initiative… and a completer/finisher
• R – Ability to analyze and provide clear recommendations
• R – Good communication skills (writing & verbal)
• R – Build strong relationships with both key external and internal customers
• R – Energy and passion for achievement of own commitments and delivering company objectives
• D – Able to influence and persuade others to take a specific course of action

Compensation
In many of our locations, we offer team members:

• Competitive compensation and recognition
• Hybrid work environment and flexible approach to work
• Retirement and financial savings options
• Well-being and mental health support
• Parental leave
• Physical well-being initiatives and health insurance plans
• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteer opportunities

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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