KPMG has Job Vacancy for Head of Logistics

 
KPMG Professional Services is the KPMG member firm in Nigeria. The partners and people have been operating in Nigeria since 1978, providing multidisciplinary professional services to both local and international organisations within the Nigerian business community.  Our focus is to turn knowledge into value for the benefits of our clients, our people and the capital markets. At KPMG, we are committed to working with our clients and cutting through complexities – finding solutions and adding value.


Our combination of international and local market knowledge and perspective give us an edge in the professional services industry in Nigeria. This combination enables the Nigerian practice to add real value by developing strategies that give the firm’s clients a distinct edge over their competitors.

As one of the leading providers of professional services, KPMG knows that the success and growth of the firm also depends on the success and growth of the Nigerian economy.  Hence, it champions progressive change and makes the future happen for its clients, people and the community, thereby enabling Nigeria’s success. The firm is involved in the formulation of economic policies for Nigeria through the Nigerian Economic Summit Group.


The firm has a full complement of 23 partners and over 700 trained and dedicated professional staff; with deep industry skills and competencies in audit, tax and advisory services.

KPMG has worked for clients in the public and private sector in Nigeria and in several other countries, helping to transform business performance and operations.

 We are aimed at expanding its operations and therefore we seek to recruit a focused, result-oriented and suitably qualified professional to fill the position of Head of Logistics.



HEAD OF LOGISTICS
Reporting to the Logistics Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the analysis, design and implementation of logistics operations and distribution networks, as well as liaison with various parties including suppliers of raw materials, manufacturers, retailers and consumers. Specifically, the candidate will:
• manage on-going third party logistics (3PL) relationships and monitor their performance to optimize cost
• liaise with ail internal customers and suppliers for daily operations. www.nigerianbestforum.com
• analyse distribution network trends and implement changes as appropriate manage ail logistical operations and support across ail distribution channels to ensure efficient dispatch
• analyse data to monitor performance. demand and plan improvements
• carry out root cause analysis and problem resolution for all logistics operations
• develop business by gaining new contracts, analyse logistical problems and produce new solutions
• drive the increase in road safety awareness.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
• A good first degree in any discipline from a reputable institution. An MBA or any higher degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ post-qualification experience in supply chain management, two (2) of which must have been spent in a Similar role in a manufacturing company.
• Demonstrable experience in managing and developing a distribution and logistics team.
• Good knowledge of material planning, inventory management and budgeting.
• Ability to manage purchasing information and systems. www.nigerianbestforum.com
• Ability to manage relationship with various stakeholder i.e. vendors, custom personnel and third party contractors.
• Experience in cost management and proven ability to generate results.
• Excellent understanding of Quality Assurance and Total Quality Management System.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, planning and organization as well as people management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
To apply, please quote ES00598 as the subject of your e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae {prepared as a word document, and saved with your full names), a statement of how you meet our selection criteria, and the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities to as at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com
not later than 7 April 2011.