Vacancies at Blume Distribution Limited

Blume Distribution Limited is a privately owned international trading and distribution company of Sonia Foods Industries Limited. The company is an industry leader in the marketing, sales, and distribution of culinary food products. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, Sonia Foods Industries Limited has built a strong reputation for delivering top-notch products to markets worldwide. The company’s commitment to innovation and excellence sets them apart in the competitive food industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: BOPP Manufacturing Machinery Operator

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full Time
Slot: 5 Openings

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor BOPP manufacturing machinery according to production schedules and quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure machinery operates efficiently and minimizes downtime.
• Monitor machine parameters and adjust controls to maintain optimal production conditions.
• Conduct quality checks on the materials produced to ensure they meet specifications.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Document production and maintenance activities as required.
• Participate in training programs to enhance your skills and knowledge of BOPP manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• High school certificate or equivalent; technical certification or relevant experience preferred.
• Proven experience as a machinery operator in a manufacturing environment, preferably in BOPP or similar plastic film production.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and manuals.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures related to machinery operation.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Application Closing Date
20th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: caeers@blumedistribution.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only qualified candidates should apply
• Company Culture: We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and teamwork. We offer a supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to learn and grow. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of BOPP manufacturing.

Job Title: Data Analyst

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking to hire a data analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will take responsibility for managing our master data set, developing reports, and troubleshooting data issues.

Responsibilities

• Managing master data, including creation, updates, and deletion.
• Managing users and user roles.
• Provide quality assurance of imported data, working with quality assurance analysts if necessary.
• Commissioning and decommissioning of data sets.
• Processing confidential data and information according to guidelines.
• Helping develop reports and analysis.
• Managing and designing the reporting environment, including data sources, security, and metadata.
• Supporting the data warehouse in identifying and revising reporting requirements.
• Supporting initiatives for data integrity and normalization.
• Assessing tests/ implementing new or upgraded software and assisting with strategic decisions on new systems.
• Generating reports from single or multiple systems.
• Troubleshooting the reporting database environment and reports.
• Evaluating changes and updates to source production systems.
• Training end-users on new reports/ dashboards.
• Providing technical expertise in data storage structures, data mining and data cleansing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics or related fields
• Minimum of 3 years as a data analyst or in a related field.
• Experience as a data analyst and a deep understanding of popular data analysis tools and databases.
• Ability to work with stakeholders to assess potential risks.
• Ability to analyze existing tools and databases and provide software solution recommendations.
• Ability to translate business requirements into non-technical, lay terms.
• High-level experience in methodologies and processes for managing large-scale databases.
• Demonstrated experience in handling large data sets and relational databases.
• Understanding of addressing and metadata standards.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@blumedistribution.com and cc: oluchi.Sunday@blumedistribution.comusing the Job Title and Location as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Marketing Manager

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

• We are seeking experienced Marketing Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the food & beverages industry.
• Skilled in Business Planning, Art Direction, Marketing, and Product Development.
• Strong operations professional with a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) focused in Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a cohesive marketing plan to increase brand awareness and achieve sales goals.
• Plan and execute campaigns for product launches, seasonal promotions, and company events.
• To be accountable for business performance and growth of the brands in the category
• Manage all creative, BTL and media agencies to drive the strategies in attaining set business objectives.
• To developing a strategic direction for brands that is realistic, executable and sustainable.
• Extracting consumer and trade insights through market visits, focus groups and interviews
• Involved in planning and implementation of brand activities, alongside developing campaign ideas and creative directions.
• Measure and report the performance of marketing campaigns, assess against goals (ROI and KPIs), and optimize strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create landing pages and optimize the user experience.
• Utilize market research and analysis to direct marketing strategy and planning.
• Oversee and manage the marketing budget effectively.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a cohesive marketing plan to increase brand awareness and achieve sales goals.
• Plan and execute campaigns for product launches, seasonal promotions, and company events.
• To be accountable for business performance and growth of the brands in the category
• Manage all creative, BTL and media agencies to drive the strategies in attaining set business objectives.
• To developing a strategic direction for brands that is realistic, executable and sustainable.
• Extracting consumer and trade insights through market visits, focus groups and interviews
• Involved in planning and implementation of brand activities, alongside developing campaign ideas and creative directions.
• Measure and report the performance of marketing campaigns, assess against goals (ROI and KPIs), and optimize strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create landing pages and optimize the user experience.
• Utilize market research and analysis to direct marketing strategy and planning.
• Oversee and manage the marketing budget effectively.

Requirements

• B.Sc., HND, or MBA in Marketing, Communications, Business Management, or a related field is preferred.
• 10+ years relevant work experience.
• Proven experience as a Marketing Manager or similar role with a track record of developing and executing successful marketing campaigns
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking
• up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in online marketing and measurement.
• Demonstrated experience in marketing data analytics and tools Solid knowledge of website analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, NetInsight, Omniture, and WebTrends)
• Experience in setting up and optimizing Google AdWords campaigns
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• degree in Marketing, communications, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in B2B marketing, Open Market-marketing, media marketing and branding experience
• Proficiency with marketing automation software (e.g., HubSpot, Marketo)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Friendly work environment.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@blumedistribution.com using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Brand Manager

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Description 

• The Brand managers will be responsible for overseeing any aspect of marketing related to a company’s brand, and ensuring that all branding decisions ultimately result in stronger sales.

Responsibilities

• Analyze brand positioning and consumer insights.
• Shape and communicate our vision and mission.
• Translate brand elements into plans and go-to-market strategies.
• Manage a team of marketing people working on brand initiatives.
• Lead creative development to motivate the target audience to “take action.”
• Establish performance specifications, cost and price parameters, market applications and sales estimates.
• Measure and report the performance of all marketing campaigns, and assess ROI and KPIs
• Monitor market trends, and research consumer markets and competitors’ activities.
• Oversee new and ongoing marketing and advertising activities.
• Monitor product distribution and consumer reactions.
• Devise innovative growth strategies.
• Align the company around the brand’s direction, choices, and tactics.
• Should have exposure designing scheme (Trade & retailers) and trade marketing exposure in shop, POS design and other related elements.
• Experience in digital marketing and campaign management.

Requirements and Skills

• Proven working experience as Brand Manager or Associate Brand Manager
• Proven ability to develop brand and marketing strategies and communicate recommendations to sales
• Experience in identifying target audiences and devising effective campaigns
• Excellent understanding of the full marketing mix
• Strong analytical skills partnered with a creative mind
• Data-driven thinking and an affinity for numbers
• Outstanding communication skills
• Up-to-date with latest trends and marketing best practices
• Degree / MBA / PGDM in marketing or a related field

Application Closing Date
20th July, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@blumedistribution.com cc: oluchi.Sunday@blumedistribution.com using the job title as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Area Sales Manager

Locations: Aba – Abia, Abakaliki – Ebonyi and Akure – Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are looking to employ a driven and experienced Area Sales Manager to increase sales within an assigned geographical area and guide a team of Field Sales Executives.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and increasing sales of your company’s products
• Good experience in Sell-in and Sell-out
• Reaching the targets and goals set for your area
• Establishing, maintaining and expanding your customer base
• Servicing the needs of your existing customers
• Increasing business opportunities through various routes to market
• Setting sales targets for individual reps and your team as a whole
• Recruiting and training sales staff
• Allocating areas to sales representatives
• Developing sales strategies and setting targets
• Monitoring your team’s performance and motivating them to reach targets
• Compiling and analysing sales figures
• Possibly dealing with some major customer accounts yourself
• Collecting customer feedback and market research
• Reporting to senior managers
• Initiating and executing primary and secondary sales plans
• Keeping up to date with products and competitors
• Developing and sustaining long-term relationships with customers.
• Implementing a sales management process to assist the sales team in identifying and prioritizing key customers and prospects.

Requirements

• B.Sc., HND or MBA in Marketing, Communications, Business Management, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years related experience
• Proven sales experience; sector-specific sales experience is preferred.
• Proven track record of meeting sales quotas.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent management, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding negotiation and consultative sales skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Experience in a reputable FMCG is required
• Experience in Van sales and sales promoters’ management
• Sales experience in Lagos State is required.

Application Closing Date
10th August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@blumedistribution.com and oluchi.Sunday@blumedistribution.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail (e.g. ASM Aba or ASM Ebonyi) as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Modern Trade Executive

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We’re seeking a highly motivated and experienced FMCG Sales Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing modern trade channels and the premium market segment within the FMCG industry.
• This role requires someone who can build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and drive sales growth through strategic planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve targets in modern trade and premium market segments.
• Identify and establish relationships with key accounts and partners within the modern trade sector.
• Manage existing relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional activities and campaigns.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to maximize profit.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Sales, or a relevant field (preferred but not required).
• Minimum Experience: 5 years of Modern trade, for those who know the process of from registering the brand to having relationships to close deals.
• Proven sales experience, ideally in FMCG or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present, and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization, including executive and C-level. Proven ability to drive the sales process from plan to close. Strong business sense and industry expertise.
• Excellent mentoring, coaching, and people management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Why join us?

• Join a dynamic team that is passionate about [describe the company’s mission or culture]. We offer a collaborative work environment where innovative ideas are encouraged and professional growth is supported.

Application Closing Date
20th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in this role to: caeers@blumedistribution.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.