NEXTZON BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED (PART 3) JOBS

Nextzon Business Services Limited is currently recruiting to fill the following positions:

Position 1: Warehouse Supervisor (Biologicals & Vaccines).

Ref: WHSPVBIO0020

Location: Anambra State - Nigeria.

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Job Description:
Oversee warehouse activities including storage, handling and management of biological & vaccines inventory in line with global best practice.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Controls warehousing function to ensure efficient storage facilities, materials rearrangement & stocking, materials handling requirements, etc.
Controls quality biological & vaccine stock by implementing FIFO for lot items and continuous monitoring on expiry dates
Ensure safety rules and regulations are strictly observed by all Company / Contractor's employees whilst dealing with sensitive, hazardous, volatile or heavy materials
Manage the end-to-end warehouse and inventory management
Ensure safety rules and regulations are strictly observed by all Company / Contractor's employees whilst dealing with sensitive, hazardous, volatile or heavy materials
Manage the end-to-end warehouse and inventory management
Ensure that movement details of materials are correctly recorded and updated to reflect all materials receiving/issuing transactions
Maintain stock movement tracking and records
Liaise with procurement and Finance units on inventory and account reconciliation
finalizes reports on Goods receipt report and dispatches to concerned Department; and

Optimize use of storage space and handling equipmentHave a clear understanding of the company's strategic objectives
Coordinating the use of automated and computerised warehouse management systems
Maintain accurate stock control systems Monitor and track discrepancies (expired and shortage of chemicals) for corrective measures as per Inventory control best practices
Supports Periodic physical inventory audits by Audit and Finance Team
Plan future capacity requirements
Discusses with warehouse team on ways of improving service level, housekeeping and controlling damages

Qualifications/Requirements:

A good first degree in Biochemistry, Microbiology, or similar courses
A professional qualification in Supply Chain Management is advantageous
Membership of relevant professional bodies
Age below 40 years
Minimum of 10 years sales experience in a Warehouse supervision and management.
Proven warehouse management experience
Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives
Strong knowledge of warehousing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
Leadership skills
Strong decision making and problem solving skills
Excellent communication skills

Position 2: Head Drug Distribution
 
Location: Anambra State - Nigeria

Reports To: Managing Director

Supervises: Distribution Team
 
Job Description:
Managing daily production, receiving, and shipping activities to ensure all standards of quality, safety, and productivity are achieved. Frequent independent judgments are essential. The incumbent is also required to perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws.
 
Duties/Responsibilities:
Manage the daily achievement of the distribution expense, safety, quality, and production goals.
Monitor staffing and equipment levels to ensure adequate utilization of resources and production line balancing.
Enforce all work regulations and union contracts.
Monitor maintenance functions to ensure adequate material handling systems are utilized.
Anticipate the distribution operational needs and act accordingly to ensure all objectives are met.
Establish performance objectives for associates in the distribution team; analyze performance reports to find ways to improve operation.
Required Skills and Competencies Experience in marketing and sales
Committed to providing customer service that makes both internal and external customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated.
Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
Ability to work extended days on a frequent basis.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes.
Ability to work within strict time frames and resolute deadlines.
Ability to travel on an occasional basis.
 
Qualifications/Requirements:
Must have a good first Degree in Pharmacology
Must be a licensed pharmacist
An second degree in a relevant course is required
Membership of relevant professional bodies
Age between 30-40 years
Minimum of Five (5) years' experience in warehouse management systems and material handling equipment techniques;
Demonstrated proficiency managing analytically rigorous initiatives.
Track record in organisation management and leadership at a strategic level
Proven track record of delivering results in a company of comparable size, scope and complexity
Experience in distribution and management in Nigeria or abroad will be a distinguishing advantage.

Attributes:
Accountable
Responsible
Self-motivated
Results oriented
Confident
Capable of leading team
Committed approach to work and commitment to own professional development

Method of Application:
All potential job applicants should send their resumes (as an attachment), stating the reference code WHSPVBIO0020 or HDD0027 as subject of the email to:

jobs@nextzon.com
 
NB
All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Only shortlisted candidates who apply correctly will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 9th March, 2016

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