Vacancies at PZ Cussons

Vacancies at PZ Cussons

PZ Cussons is a dynamic consumer products group and innovator of some of the world’s best known and loved brands. Calling on over 130 years of expertise, we operate internationally in carefully selected developed and emerging markets that present the greatest strategic potential for future growth. Our world-class supply chain and distribution networks enable us to meet our global consumer needs and deliver quality brands that add value and enhance everyday lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Production Planning Manager

Job Requisition ID: JR001687
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full time

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing production plans according to business and market demands.
• Managing human and material resources to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Ensuring adherence to safety, health, and environmental standards and regulations within the plant.
• Assessing and improving operational systems, processes, and policies in support of the organization’s mission.
• Maintaining relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers.
• Preparing and maintaining production reports and personnel records.
• Overseeing the maintenance, repair, and replacement of plant equipment and infrastructure to reduce downtime and maximize productivity.
• Keeping an eye on product availability and modifying production as necessary to prevent excessive production.
• Creating production schedules based on demand projections in order to meet consumer demands.
• Work with quality assurance, logistics, and other personnel.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, or a related field is preferred.
• A higher degree can be advantageous.
• Certifications such as Certified Production and Inventory Management are highly regarded.
• Extensive experience, typically 5 or more years, in a manufacturing environment is crucial, with proven supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing software, statistical methods and data analysis, and quality assurance protocols.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Ability to handle high pressure and critical decision-making scenarios efficiently.

Application Closing Date
15th November, 2024.

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

Note:

• At PZ Cussons, we value diversity and make sure everyone feels included.
• We want our team to reflect society and our global customers.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds because your unique perspective helps us develop brands and create new products for our consumers.
• If you need extra support during this process, please inform us so that we can accommodate your needs appropriately.
• It is important to us that all candidates feel recognised and have a good experience with PZ Cussons as part of our commitment to inclusivity.

Job Title: Commercial Finance Analyst

Job Requisition ID: JR001720
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities      

• Review monthly rebate plan and set-up discount based on approvals, while ensuring that rebate payment is accurately paid, and necessary approval given before system set-up.
• Translate the monthly volume forecast into a financial projection for the business. Provide financial support to commercial Business planning meeting (IMEX, CPM and NAPP). Ensure that the business forecast is reviewed and approved.
• Ensure that the business has a robust Risk and opportunity portfolio identified during business planning meetings is managed properly.
• Produce the monthly business report providing a detailed explanation of variances versus plan.
• Ensure category and brand variances are correctly analysed into the price, volume, mix and cost variance and corrective actions required are reported to the marketing team.
• Carry out new product development analysis and Capex financial justification analysis.  Prepare pre and post evaluation of new product development, consumer, and trade promotions.
• Work with the various function of the business to provide financial decision support and take a proactive approach to cost control. (GM analysis, promotion appraisal, price review, MIs etc)
• Report and monitor overhead and media spend monthly and ensure variances are explained and understood by budget holders.
• Support commercial strategy and planning for the regional team for their annual 5YP – including monthly trends actual versus budget.
• Support the team on all other ad-hoc activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Finance or Accounting
• Membership of any of the following accounting bodies such as ICAN, ACCA, CIMA, CFA and ICAEW with emphasis on those who have completed their exams.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in an FMCG environment.
• Two years’ relevant operational experience in Finance (Business Planning / Dynamic Forecasting)
• Expert Level proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel
• Meticulous and analytical approach to data
• Good interpersonal, facilitation and Communication Skills
• Completion of NYSC is a major requirement.

Application Closing Date
22nd November, 2024.

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

Job Title: Van Sales Representative

Location: Nigeria 

Role Description

• This is a full-time on-site role for a Van Sales Representative at PZ Cussons in Akure.
• As a Van Sales Representative, you will be responsible for selling and delivering products to customers, building relationships, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• You will also be involved in managing inventory, monitoring market trends, and meeting sales targets.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; additional certifications as plus.
• Sales experience, customer service, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to meet sales targets and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of the FMCG industry and market trends
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Physical fitness for loading and unloading products.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Plant Operator

Job Requisition ID: JR001501
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

• To operate and maintain optimal continuous packaging of all SKUs at high efficiencies and acceptable quality and safety to the operator and housekeeping conditions.
• To take ownership of the machine and equipment proper cleaning and daily routine maintenance
• To help factory leadership in identifying and articulating all improvement needs
• To hygienically fill non defective tubs, sachets, buckets and bag in box
• Calibration of all top load scales must be done on shift basis
• Maintains equipment in optimum condition
• Takes samples of products from the production line
• Maintains equipment in optimum condition
• Keeps the machines and environment of the margarine plant clean in line with GMP and 5s philosophy
• Operates the equipment to obtain consistent and continuous operation of the plant in line with the detailed production plans.
• Takes readings of gauges and meters at regular intervals
• Makes records of operational parameters
• Troubleshoots minor problems
• To do all tasks in line with laid down management systems policies and guidelines subscribed to by the organization including AIB
• To comply with all safety rules laid down in the margarine plant
• Ensures the flow rate are monitored and maintained during operations
• Ensures the readiness of production machinery as well as packaging and raw materials as per the day’s production schedule.

Application Closing Date
25th November, 2024.

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

Job Title: Plant Maintenance Manager

Job Requisition ID: JR001471
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy maintenance strategy for process and packing plant and ancillaries’ equipment.
  • Achieve world class standards in Safety, Quality and Environment.
  • Run and maintain Utilities at agreed KPI.
  • Discussing and solving complex problems with manufacturing departments, sub-contractors, suppliers, and customers.

• Discussing and solving complex problems with manufacturing departments, sub-contractors, suppliers, and customers.
• managing projects using engineering principles and techniques.
• Considering the implications of issues such as cost, safety, and time constraints.
• Using improvement methodologies for phenomena analysis
• managing projects using engineering principles and techniques;
• Deliver 8hrs training per engineers, technicians and technical operators

Requirements

• Possess a University Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering.
• 5-10 + years’ work experience in a similar position
• Basic knowledge of engineering systems, maintenance practices as applicable to FMCG/Good manufacturing environments
• Proficiency in the use of Proactive planned maintenance tools ( CMMS , SAP-PM etc)
• Must be computer literate (ms-word, Ms-excel, access).

Application Closing Date
15th November, 2024.

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

Job Title: Pump House & Weigh Bridge Officer

Job Requisition ID: JR001568
Location: Nigeria 
Job type: Full time

Responsibilities

• Ensures trucks are properly inspected and positioned on the weighbridge platform before weighing.
• Conduct regular internal weight verification checks, and daily weighbridge inspections and report any abnormality/fault to the Tank Farm Manager.
• Keeps the weighbridge office and surrounding clean in line with GMP and 5s philosophy.
• Takes accurate and adequate records of all activities in the weighbridge office using the necessary form or log book in line with PZ Wilmar FSMS policy.
• Troubleshoots minor problems like restarting Delphi, desktop, etc.
• To perform all tasks in line with laid down QMS, GMP, GHP, HACCP and FSMS policies.
• To comply with all safety rules and regulations in the weighbridge and companywide.
• To ensure compliance with relevant QMS, Food Safety, OHS & EMS policies and procedures.
• To identify and rate aspects of the departmental activities and develop programs where necessary, to help control those aspects that could have adverse impacts on the environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a minimum of a First Degree
• 2-5 years of work experience in a similar position
• Proactive and able to implement a continual improvement program
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Application Closing Date
25th November, 2024.

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