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 following positions below:

Title: Electrical Instrumentation Engineer
Job Requisition ID: JR001722
Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Job Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

  • Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products
  • Develop manufacturing processes according to global engineering codes and standards
  • Manage engineering projects and deliver them on time
  • Design, develop, and test electrical systems and components.
  • Create technical drawings, specifications, and schematics using CAD software.
  • Evaluate electrical systems, components, and applications for performance and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical systems into larger projects.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues in existing systems.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to other team members.
  • Stay updated on advancements in electrical engineering technology and best practices.
  • Participate in project planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities.
  • Communicate project status, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders
  • To ensure compliance with relevant QMS, Food Safety, OHS & EMS policies and procedures.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical  Engineering or a related field.
  • 2 – 3 Years experience
  • Proven experience in electrical engineering, preferably in a relevant industry.
  • Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
  • Creative thinking and innovation in design solutions.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Application Closing Date
16th November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Machine Operator
Job Requisition ID: JR001589
Location: Aba Factory, Abia
Job Type: Full-time

Job Description

  • The Machine and Packing Operators are responsible for running and maintaining packaging department equipment (stampers, wrapping machine, plodder, labellers, conveyors, casers, stackers, coders, and other related packaging equipment) safely and efficiently to realise the site and business objectives

Application Closing Date
29th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Electrical Technician
Job Requisition ID: JR001613
Location: Aba Factory, Abia
Type of Role: Fixed – Term

Key Activities

  • To tackle all electrical breakdowns on his shift.
  • To liaise with outgoing/incoming shift technicians the state of plants.
  • To ensure maximum utilization of electricians.
  • Ensure cleanliness and safety at work.
  • Liaise with day shift electrical technicians and electrical engineer.
  • Carry out other assignments that may arise from time to time.
  • The provision of on the job training for all subordinate staff.
  • The control and discipline of subordinate staff.
  • To inform the subordinates of their job responsibilities and systematically appraise the levels of their performance on their jobs.
  • To communicate effectively with other supervisors on matters of organisational interest.
  • Advising immediate boss on up-to-date developments in one’s areas of responsibilities.

Application Closing Date
29th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Production Planning Manager
Job Requisition ID: JR001687
Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
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.

Title: Zonal Sales Manager
Job Requisition ID: JR001694
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Job Purpose

  • To manage key accounts in the key regions with the highest NIV by ensuring proper Trade Pricing, Trade promotion & Customer debt.
  • To create and execute annual business plan with key accounts in the zone.

Reporting Relationships:

  • Reports to RCM
  • Direct Report: Sales Supervisors/ TSM
  • Peers Zonal Managers in same & other regions

Dimensions:

  • Turnover (NNS): OP
  • Team size  3-4 Indirect- 10-15 (Showroom ass/ Merchandiser)

Principal Accountabilities

  • Achieve agreed Sales targets for EXC (SB Dept.) in the zone.
  • Achieve total TRD/MB (MD ELECTRICAL + SUPERMARKET +WS Distr) Sales Targets the zone(s).
  • Implement Joint Business Plans for key accounts (SB DEPT).
  • Ensure implementation of all showroom display and audit guidelines.
  • Implement company credit policy with zero tolerance on bad debts.
  • Monitor the implementation of promotional activities to maximise ROI.
  • Lead & drive intense customer contact & engagement within the zone(s).
  • Ensure own and team monthly journey plan for customer contact & engagement in the zone(s)
  • Ensure listing of NPD and delisting of run-out models.
  • Increase distribution penetration & expand the customer base.
  • Ensure price compliance & conduct monthly price audit for all relevant.
  • Report on competitor’s activity, new product, trade promotions, people movement, dealer recruitment & termination.
  • Coaching & Accompaniment for Sales Supervisor.
  • Stock Management for zone(s).

Internal & External Relationships:

  • Most significant relationships with Dealers Networks include Trade Marketing, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, and Aftersales Service & Supply Chain.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed:

  • Relevant Degree in any discipline Computer proficiency esp.
  • MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  
  • 5-8 years relevant working experience in FMCDs or Retail outlet Good experience for managing mega distributors and key distributor
  • Responsible for developing white spots areas and other business.
  • development initiatives as the opportunity arises.
  • Responsible for Dealers / Showroom assessment are meeting the standards. Good knowledge of inventory management, credit control Self-driven and possess very high levels of energy, motivation, enthusiasm, drive and resilience. Strong interpersonal skills so as to effectively work with internal and external customers.
  • Must be exceptional at business development with extensive customer interaction.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Consumer Insight & Projects Manager
Location: Nigeria Head Office
Reports to: Head of Marketing– PZ Wilmar

Job Purpose

  • Identify, Manage Consumer Insights and Drive Innovations towards business objectives.
  • The Business requires a manager who will drive Business growth through deep Consumer, Customer, and market understanding that inform strong strategy for the Brands as well as manage multiple new product development projects from ideation to launch.

Principal Accountabilities

  • Drive and manage Marketing research towards uncovering insights to deliver business goals.
  • Monitor data on trends on Consumer behaviour, Market and Competition and advise the business as appropriate; proactively provide a comprehensive view of the Consumer, Customer, Market and our Brands
  • Manage all aspects of research, including partnering with key stakeholders to frame problems, briefing, designing research methodologies, implementing high-quality data collection, and analysing results.
  • Translate research findings into clear and actionable insights through thoughtful data collection, in-depth analysis, sharp observations, smart story-telling, and compelling presentations.
  • Relationship management with partners (agencies) on research. Will be a point of contact/owner for a wide variety of marketing data sources.
  • Identify, manage and develop new product initiatives in line with Business goals
  • Manage and oversee multiple development projects from initial concept to launch via the in-house process.
  • Ensure effective communication across relevant stakeholders regarding requirements actions and timelines to deliver new product development initiatives
  • Coach and mentor project managers at the Business unit level

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed

  • A Degree in Social Sciences or related courses from a reputable university.
  • A Post Graduate degree in related field/s would be a plus.
  • Project management qualifications would be a plus
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a reputable research agency or experience of Consumer Insights and Project management within the FMCG industry.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking.
  • Time management skills.
  • Have excellent communication, interpersonal, reporting & presentation skills.
  • Be a good team player.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Procurement Specialist
Job Requisition ID: JR001683
Location: Lagos
Job Schedule: Full time

Responsibilities

  • Working with the Head of Procurement to prepare plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
  • Following and enforcing the company’s procurement policies and procedures.
  • Reviewing, comparing and analysing products and services to be purchased.
  • Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.
  • Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
  • Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
  • Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.
  • Preparing budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
  • Monitoring, analysis, and evaluation of intelligence to identify value creating opportunities within the supply chain.
  • Support development of category strategies then implement and execute strategy.
  • Provide the key local interface between the supplier and internal customers to facilitate the resolution of supplier non-conformance and manage supplier escalation/ re-scheduling.
  • In conjunction with Procurement manager develop and execute procurement strategies.
  • Developing/ agreeing with internal customer. Service level Agreements. Risk Management programme and appropriate supply measurement tools to assist in driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • University Degree in any commercial based-discipline.
  • Relevant 3+ years post qualification — including some quality procurement—functional experience within a forward thinking, fast-paced and value —adding blue —chip FMCG environment.
  • Professional procurement qualification desirable (GIPS/ISM/MBA), and capable of rapidly developing full understanding of world-class procurement systems and practices, including all  of category management processes and associated tools.
  • Ability to exploit opportunities to gain best value in procurement and supplier management within    
  • Able to deal with ambiguity and manage multiple relationships in a multi-cultural environment with an ability to take criticism and learn from feedback.
  • Strong IT skills base, including intermediate proficiency in office applications.
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Possess excellent Quantitative Analysis skills.
  • Good knowledge of financial management.
  • Experience in independently handling procurement functions for organization of similar size for at least 2 years
  • FMCG background is a plus

Application Closing Date
18th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Job Requisition ID: JR000949
Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

  • Carry out prompt quality Control activities cutting across in-process checks, results from the laboratory and inspection of final packaging quality of finished goods.
  • Take charge of all production activity as regards quality per shift and enforces good hygiene during production.
  • Conduct final inspection on products in store and ensure that status labels are well placed on products and materials.
  • Involve in the full coverage of the entire manufacturing processes by   monitoring and controlling of the quality of intermediates and finished products.
  • Anchors the responsibility of ensuring that manufacturing batch records and Lot   packaging records are filled adequately to ensure complete documentation.
  • Generate routine QA compliance   shift reports and communicates all non-compliance observations and the corrective action taken in the reports as well.
  • Carry out the withdrawal of retain samples for storage to ensure representative retention of Products before the expiration of such products and ensuring full inventory of retained samples with GMP expectations on documentation.
  • Partake in all trouble shooting activities that may occur on production lines to ensure that the root cause is identified and solution found without compromising quality.
  • Carry out the general quality inspection of finished goods/raw materials in the warehouse and other storage rooms to ensure finished goods/raw materials are kept at specified storage conditions.
  • To ensure compliance with relevant QMS, Food Safety, OHS & EMS policies and procedures. To identify and rate aspects for the departmental (QA) activities and develop programs where necessary, to help control those aspects that could have adverse impact on the environment.

Application Closing Date
24th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Brand Manager – Home Care
Location: Lagos
Reports to: Category Lead, Home Care

Job Purpose

  • Utilise a thorough understanding of the African consumer, customer and competitor environment to develop compelling brand strategies, aligned to group brand strategies

Significant  Relationships (Internal & external)

  • Regional Marketing team
  • Brand Development & Activation Team
  • Cross-functional teams from Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, HR, NPD, Consumer Insights, Digital
  • Advertising agencies & Service providers

Key Accountabilities

  • Contribute to the creation and development of brand strategy to grow brands market share volume/value and profitability; and oversee strategy implementation.
  • Support the delivery of overall budgeted profitability of the brand by developing solid brand strategies that grow and sustain brand performance.
  • Monitor and report the regional brand’s performance through brand health indicators (NNS, GM, MC) and key consumer KPIs (awareness, trial, attribute rating etc.)
  • Explore & exploit new growth opportunities for the brand.
  • Initiate and lead the NPD process ensuring that its requirements are managed and delivered according to targets with clear hand over to CBUs at Gate 2 .
  • Collate local consumer insights and output from research plans to feed into the development of the brand strategy.
  • Define pricing policy for products within the brand portfolio in the Region.
  • Develop regional communication material aligned to the brand strategy and that support the delivery of CBU brand plans
  • Participate actively in company-wide initiatives as required – e.g. Margin Improvement
  • Proactively identify sources and resource needs to support brand growth

Job Context & Special Features
May require:

  • Significant in-country and regional travel
  • International travel
  • Flexibility to work on weekends

Qualification, Experience & Competencies

  • Bachelor Degree
  • 5-7 years demonstrated experience in Brand Management
  • Professional Qualification in Marketing is essential
  • IT savvy including the use of MS Office Suite of Applications

Capabilities/Technical skills
Consumer Champion:

  • Insight generation (Developed)
  • Communication (Proven strength)
  • Digital (Proven strength)

Brand Champion:

  • Brand propositions (Developed)
  • Strategy (Developed)

Profit and Growth Champion:

  • Commercial delivery (Proven strength)
  • RTM (Proven strength)

Innovation Champion:

  • Innovation (Developed)
  • NPD and PLM (Proven strength)

Business Leader:

  • Personal leadership (Developed)
  • Personal drive (Developed)
  • Talent development (Developed).

Application Closing Date
11th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Production Engineer
Job Requisition ID: JR001681
Location: Ikorodu, Lagos State
Job Schedule: Full time

​​Responsibilities

  • To monitor and identify malfunctioning machine/parts and fix it before total breakdown.
  • To carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on blow mold machines.
  • To set up production machines, set stipulated parameters for different SKUs/product lines and change parametric settings during change of line/SKUs.
  • Reports any fault he cannot fix within economically rational time to the maintenance (engineering) team.
  • To ensure that all products meet quality specifications.
  • Keeps the environment of the packing plant especially your work area clean in line with GMP and 5s philosophy.
  • Troubleshoots minor problems.
  • To comply with all safety rules laid down in the Packing plant
  • Ensures the readiness of production machinery as well as packaging and raw material as per the day’s production schedule.
  • To ensure compliance with relevant QMS, Food Safety, OHS & EMS policies and procedures.

Qualifications

  • HND or B.Sc. in any discipline preferably Chemical / Mechanical Engineering.
  • 1 – 3 years work experience in a similar role
  • Computer literate
  • Proactive and able to implement continual improvement program.

Application Closing Date
18th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Title: Refinery Engineer
Job Requisition ID: JR001682
Location: Ikorodu, Lagos State
Job Schedule: Full time

Responsibilities

  • To monitor and identify malfunctioning machine/parts and fix it before total breakdown.
  • To carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on blow mold machines.
  • To set up production machines, set stipulated parameters for different SKUs/product lines and change parametric settings during change of line/SKUs.
  • Reports any fault he cannot fix within economically rational time to the maintenance (engineering) team.
  • To ensure that all products meet quality specifications.
  • Keeps the environment of the packing plant especially your work area clean in line with GMP and 5s philosophy.
  • Troubleshoots minor problems.
  • To comply with all safety rules laid down in the Packing plant
  • Ensures the readiness of production machinery as well as packaging and raw material as per the day’s production schedule.
  • To ensure compliance with relevant QMS, Food Safety, OHS & EMS policies and procedures.

Qualifications

  • HND or B.Sc. in any discipline preferably Chemical/ Mechanical Engineering.
  • 1 – 3 years work experience in a similar role
  • Computer literate
  • Proactive and able to implement continual improvement program.

Application Closing Date
18th October, 2024.

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

Title: Procurement Specialist
Job Requisition ID: JR001683
Location: Lagos
Job Schedule: Full time

Responsibilities

  • Working with the Head of Procurement to prepare plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
  • Following and enforcing the company’s procurement policies and procedures.
  • Reviewing, comparing and analysing products and services to be purchased.
  • Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.
  • Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
  • Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
  • Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.
  • Preparing budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
  • Monitoring, analysis, and evaluation of intelligence to identify value creating opportunities within the supply chain.
  • Support development of category strategies then implement and execute strategy.
  • Provide the key local interface between the supplier and internal customers to facilitate the resolution of supplier non-conformance and manage supplier escalation/ re-scheduling.
  • In conjunction with Procurement manager develop and execute procurement strategies.
  • Developing/ agreeing with internal customer. Service level Agreements. Risk Management programme and appropriate supply measurement tools to assist in driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • University Degree in any commercial based-discipline.
  • Relevant 3+ years post qualification — including some quality procurement—functional experience within a forward thinking, fast-paced and value —adding blue —chip FMCG environment.
  • Professional procurement qualification desirable (GIPS/ISM/MBA), and capable of rapidly developing full understanding of world-class procurement systems and practices, including all  of category management processes and associated tools.
  • Ability to exploit opportunities to gain best value in procurement and supplier management within    
  • Able to deal with ambiguity and manage multiple relationships in a multi-cultural environment with an ability to take criticism and learn from feedback.
  • Strong IT skills base, including intermediate proficiency in office applications.
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Possess excellent Quantitative Analysis skills.
  • Good knowledge of financial management.
  • Experience in independently handling procurement functions for organization of similar size for at least 2 years
  • FMCG background is a plus

Application Closing Date
18th October, 2024.

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

Title: Territory Sales Manager
Job Requisition ID: JR001645
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

  • To execute the company’s sales plan, thereby ensuring profitability and growth of the company’s brands in the designated territory.
  • Achieve agreed business objectives/KPIs for the territory.
  • Implement outlet coverage strategy in assigned territory, enlist and keep updated database of relevant outlets.
  • Achieve sales drivers objectives for the territory.
  • Efficient supervision of Secondary sales team to drive products availability/Performance management.
  • Coaching and accompaniment with secondary sales force to enhance efficiency.
  • Managing outlets-ensure proper servicing, handle complaints, communicate trade promotions and consumer promotions, oversee merchandising and manage payment terms.
  • Develop Distribution-add new markets, new outlets, and vans.
  • Manage KD Staff-sales reps and KPO, Review them daily.
  • Manage KD Warehouse- maintain FIFO, Stacking norm and stock norm.
  • Monitor and manage execution of all Promotional /launch/ agencies activities in assigned territory.
  • Lead Market intelligence gathering and competitor activity monitoring and report timely

Reporting Line:

  • Reports to Area Sales Manager,
  • Direct reports are Wholesales Officers
  • Peers are other Territory Sales Manager 

 Qualifications

  • Possess a university degree, in any discipline, preferably in Business Administration.
  • Possess two to three years’ experience within a reputable/ multinational company.
  • Be a computer expert especially in MS Word, Excel and Power point.
  • Have strong numerical skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Be a team player with the ability to drive the team to unsurpassed success.
  • Be mobile and willing to be flexible in terms of location.

Application Closing Date
12th October, 2024.

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

Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Job Requisition ID: JR000949
Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

  • Carry out prompt quality Control activities cutting across in-process checks, results from the laboratory and inspection of final packaging quality of finished goods.
  • Take charge of all production activity as regards quality per shift and enforces good hygiene during production.
  • Conduct final inspection on products in store and ensure that status labels are well placed on products and materials.
  • Involve in the full coverage of the entire manufacturing processes by   monitoring and controlling of the quality of intermediates and finished products.
  • Anchors the responsibility of ensuring that manufacturing batch records and Lot   packaging records are filled adequately to ensure complete documentation.
  • Generate routine QA compliance   shift reports and communicates all non-compliance observations and the corrective action taken in the reports as well.
  • Carry out the withdrawal of retain samples for storage to ensure representative retention of Products before the expiration of such products and ensuring full inventory of retained samples with GMP expectations on documentation.
  • Partake in all trouble shooting activities that may occur on production lines to ensure that the root cause is identified and solution found without compromising quality.
  • Carry out the general quality inspection of finished goods/raw materials in the warehouse and other storage rooms to ensure finished goods/raw materials are kept at specified storage conditions.
  • To ensure compliance with relevant QMS, Food Safety, OHS & EMS policies and procedures. To identify and rate aspects for the departmental (QA) activities and develop programs where necessary, to help control those aspects that could have adverse impact on the environment.

Application Closing Date
24th October, 2024.

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

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