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Vacancies at Food Concepts

Vacancies at Food Concepts
Food Concepts commenced operations in 2001. From inception, our aim has been clear-cut and focused: to revolutionize the food sector in West Africa and to deliver extraordinary satisfaction to our stakeholders.
Since launching in 2004, Chicken Republic (Subsidiary of Food concepts) has already opened 55 stores in Nigeria and Ghana. On this basis, we are proud of the brand’s hard-earned reputation as the fastest growing chicken QSR in West Africa and the number 1 chicken QSR in Nigeria (both in revenues and number of outlets). In addition, Chicken Republic was ranked as one of Nigeria’s top 20 brands across all categories (Financial Standards Awards 2009).
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Finance Officer
Job Requisition ID: 762
Location: Nigeria
Key Responsibilities
- Processing of suppliers / vendor invoices for payment
- Maintaining the creditors’ schedule
- Ensure daily/weekly collection of Bank statements and confirmation of cheques
- Manage all forms of payment (internet banking, Remita, interswitch etc)
- Keeping the financials documents organized and filed
- Detect and eliminate errors in payment request
- Confirm all retirement before another cash advance is processed for a staff
- Ensure posting of items received by the store into appropriate Trade Creditor’s account
- Verify all intercompany transactions across businesses – review and sign off on all intercompany transactions across the divisions
- Confirm on monthly basis that charges on COT and Interest are in line with the agreed rate.
- Perform any other related duties from time to time
Key Performance Indicators
- Outputs
- Frequency
- Daily Cash Position
- Daily (12 noon)
- Review of Bank Reconciliation Statements
- Weekly (WD 2)
- Bank Charges/Interest Verification Report
- Monthly (WD 5)
- Report on Fixed Deposit
- Monthly (WD 5)
- Treasury Sectional Report
- Monthly (WD 5)
Skills, Competencies and Requirements
Functional Competencies/Requirements:
- Skill to improve risk management through reduction/transparency of cash balances
- Banking transaction execution and settlement skill
- Cash and investment reporting skill
- Compliance to audit observation as to the segregation of duties with reference to back office functionality of recording transactions through a systematic driven authorization/execution process
General Management Competencies/Requirements:
- Strong Oral and Written Communication skills
- Good Presentation Skills
- Relationship Management
- Strong Problem solving skills
- Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate effectively
Educational Qualifications/Experience:
- Minimum of university degree or HND Accounting, Finance or related discipline
- Minimum of 1 years post professional qualification experience.
Desired Personal Attributes:
- Integrity
- Proactive self-starter
- Assertive and tenacious
- Ability to work with little or no supervision
- Ability to work with all levels of management, build partnerships and teams
- Highly organized and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Ability to cope with and work under pressure.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Property Manager
Job Requisition ID: 1822
Location: Nigeria (Head Office)
Reports to: DMD, Business Development
Direct Reports: Property Associate
Department: Business Development Department
Job Purpose
- To co-ordinate, evaluate and acquire viable and valid sites within defined business specification, operating policies and procedures to ensure growth and profitability of the company.
- To manage existing sites and relations between the company and landlords.
Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas
Property Sourcing & Management:
- Select, acquire and manage properties in line with the Company standards and best practice across the country
- Conduct adequate property search with various regulatory agencies to confirm ownership of property
- Create data base that contains the geographical mapping of various regions in the country to understand where Company may likely locate its business
- Ensure market survey on trend on rental and capital values of properties across the states in the country
- Source and build relationships with prospective clients to expand business opportunities
- Manage property budget, analyzes property viability and feasibility before acquisition
- Develop and manage annual budgets by forecasting requirements and analyzing variances, data and trends
- Implement a system that checks the radius at which each site can be located both for Company owned stores and Franchise stores.
Due Diligence:
- Ensure that the department has policies and procedures to assure compliance to regulatory laws in the industry
- Responsible for obtaining relevant approvals and permits required to validate each site before acquisition and development
- Process certificate of occupancy, Governors consents and re-certification of landed properties identified
- Prepare budgets and administration of service charge/commission/legal fees etc. on identified properties/lease
- Ensure that Company acquire/obtain lease for valid, lawful and viable sites/location for the business
- Process certificate of occupancy, Governors consents and re-certification of landed properties identified
- Negotiate sales, purchases and lease of properties with current and potential site owners on all issues/requirements throughout the life span of the property
- Negotiation and prompt settlements of all statutory bills as regards acquisition of lease/property
- Develop and implement rental/lease agreement, Service Level Agreement, contract of sale agreement and/or as applicable with landlords or site agents which must support the interest of the company.
Risk Management / Compliance:
- Manage sites and site owner data base including monthly status of active and inactive sites
- Liaise with the technical partners, government regulatory to ensure that planning approval and applicable permits are obtained before and during execution of project
- Minimize the Company exposure and risk on property while also ensuring complete and adequate documents are stored appropriately.
- Ensure a process and system that minimize agent cost, legal fees, commission etc.
- Ensure timely reports of issues concerning sites and plan to resolve these issues as quickly as possible
- Track and report team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.
Key Performance Indicators
- Rate of legal issues on property acquisition
- Rate of exposure attributed to property site
- Turnaround time for property sourcing
- Quality of sites sourced
- Achievement of appropriate Due Diligence.
Job Specifications
- A good first Degree in Estate Management, Building, or related areas
- Possession of a Master’s Degree in Business Administration or related degree is an added advantage
- Membership of the PMC, and other relevant certification. Trainings on Property Management is also an added advantage
- Minimum of 5-6 years’ experience in a similar role, especially in the QSR/FMCG sector
Knowledge Requirements:
- Knowledge of Financial Management
- Knowledge of Performance management
- Knowledge of trends in property sales, leases and developments
- Knowledge of Estate valuation
- Demonstrates Process Management, Knowledge and Application
- Familiar with retail business as it relates to property development
- Knowledge of Budgeting and Cost Management.
Decision Expectations:
- Acts on defined procedures and decisions
- Enforces agreed decisions
- Plans own work schedule and work schedule of subordinates
- Assigns work to subordinates
- Monitor subordinates’ work performance
- Appraises/evaluates subordinates’ performance.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Property Acquisition Associate
Job Requisition ID: 1823
Location: Nigeria (Head Office)
Reports to: Property Manager
Department: Business Development Department
Job Purpose
- To support the Property Manager in acquiring, managing, and maintaining viable properties in line with the company’s business objectives.
- This role involves conducting market research, coordinating due diligence, liaising with landlords, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements to facilitate business expansion and site management.
Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas
Property Sourcing & Management:
- Assist in identifying and evaluating potential property locations for business expansion.
- Conduct property searches and liaise with regulatory agencies to verify ownership and compliance.
- Maintain a database of available properties, tracking market trends in rental and capital values.
- Assist in negotiating lease agreements, renewals, and purchase terms with property owners.
- Support in building and maintaining relationships with landlords, agents, and other stakeholders.
Due Diligence & Compliance:
- Assist in obtaining necessary approvals and permits required before property acquisition and development.
- Support in preparing and processing lease agreements, service charges, and legal documentation.
- Ensure proper documentation and storage of all property-related agreements and records.
- Track and report compliance with relevant property laws and regulations.
Risk Management & Reporting:
- Assist in monitoring company property portfolio, flagging potential risks or legal concerns.
- Support in resolving property-related disputes and liaising with legal advisors when necessary.
- Provide timely reports on property sourcing, lease agreements, and site-related challenges.
- Coordinate the timely resolution of property maintenance issues
Key Performance Indicators
- Rate of legal issues on property acquisition
- Rate of exposure attributed to property site
- Turnaround time for property sourcing
- Quality of sites sourced
- Achievement of appropriate Due Diligence.
Job Specifications
- A good first Degree in Estate Management, Building, or related areas
- Membership in a relevant real estate/professional body is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role, especially in the QSR/FMCG sector.
Knowledge Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of property management principles, leases, and legal frameworks.
- Understanding of real estate valuation and market trends.
- Familiarity with QSR/FMCG property acquisition processes is an advantage.
- Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data management tools.
Decision Expectations:
- Supports decision-making on site feasibility and property suitability.
- Provides recommendations on lease negotiations and risk assessments.
- Ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Business Intelligence Officer
Job Requisition ID: 1801
Location: Nigeria
Reports to: Business Analyst Manager
Department: Corporate Strategy
Job Purpose
- To support decision-making through precise financial analysis, comprehensive reporting, and actionable insights that enhance profitability and operational efficiency. This role involves analysing key financial and market trends to ensure the organization responds effectively to inflationary pressures and competitive challenges. It also emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams to streamline business processes and guide strategic initiatives.
Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas
Financial Analysis:
- Analyse profitability trends across products, categories, and business units.
- Identify drivers of positive and negative EBITDA and provide actionable insights to management.
- Develop periodic financial reports and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.
- Prepare reports on macroeconomic trends, including inflation, exchange rates, and their potential impact on the FMCG sector.
- Conduct analysis of FMCG market performance, competitor pricing, and consumer
Pricing and Inflation Management:
- Regularly update raw material cost trends and recommend adjustments to pricing strategies tools.
- Maintain an up-to-date database of raw material prices for reference.
- Prepare supporting data and insights for management discussions on price adjustments
Business Intelligence:
- Gather and organize data from various sources to support business decision-making.
- Create reports and dashboards that highlight key business metrics.
- Perform basic analysis on financial and operational data to identify trends and patterns.
- Use tools like Excel or Power BI to create clear visual representations of data
Key Performance Indicators
- Accurate profitability trend reports and actionable insights provided to management.
- Identifying key drivers of negative EBITDA leading to measurable improvements in margins.
- Timely reports on macroeconomic, and FMCG reports delivered on time to stakeholders.
- Frequency and accuracy of raw material cost updates and recommended pricing strategy adjustments
- Number of actionable insights derived from business intelligence reports and dashboards created for decision-making.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Certifications in Business Intelligence or any relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Excel, Power BI) are an asset.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as Business intelligence officer or similar role.
- Proven experience in financial analysis, business intelligence, or a related role.
- Experience in a QSR company in a similar role is an asset
Decision Expectations:
- Analyse and recommend actions based on profitability trends.
- Decide on pricing strategy updates based on raw material cost trends, inflation data.
- Identify key drivers of positive/negative EBITDA.
Knowledge Requirements:
- Understanding of financial statements, profitability analysis, and key financial metrics like EBITDA, margins, and cost structures.
- Knowledge of macroeconomic factors such as inflation, exchange rates, and their impact on the FMCG sector.
- Proficiency in tools like Excel, Power BI, or other data visualization software to create reports and dashboards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Understanding of FMCG market dynamics, including competitor analysis, consumer behaviour, and industry performance.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: L&D Admin Officer
Job Requisition ID: 1785
Location: Nigeria (Head Office)
Reports to:Learning and Development Admin Manager
Department: Human Resource Department
Job Purpose
- The Learning and Development Admin Officer is responsible for providing administrative support to the Learning and Development (L&D) department in organizing and coordinating training and development activities.
- This role ensures that all training programs run smoothly by handling logistics, maintaining training records, preparing materials, and assisting in the planning and execution of L&D initiatives.
- The Learning and Development Admin Officer plays a key role in the efficient delivery of learning programs that contribute to the professional development and growth of employees.
Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas
Training Coordination and Logistics:
- Plan and schedule training programs, workshops, and seminars in alignment with organizational goals.
- Coordinate logistics for training sessions, including room bookings, equipment arrangements, and catering (if necessary).
- Collaborate with internal trainers, external facilitators, and vendors to ensure the seamless delivery of training sessions.
- Manage the registration process for training programs, ensuring that employees are registered and notified on time.
- Manage all the aspects of the training room bookings, both internal and external training
- Follow up with employees who miss training to ensure they complete any required courses or reschedule.
- Coordinate with external training providers, consultants, and industry bodies as needed e.g. ITF.
Record Management and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of training sessions, employee participation, and certifications.
- Administer the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure data accuracy and update employee training records.
- Compile and generate training activity reports, including attendance, feedback, and outcomes, for internal and external audits.
- Assist in generating reports on training outcomes, including feedback, effectiveness, and completion rates.
- Help assess the impact of training programs by collecting and organizing participant feedback and evaluations.
- Maintain an organized system for storing and tracking training materials.
Material Preparation and Communication:
- Distribute training materials, including handouts, manuals, and presentation slides.
- Communicate training opportunities, schedules, and updates to employees and managers while responding to inquiries about programs
- Ensure that training course promotional material is updated and approved
- Attend and support training and staff team meetings
- Maintain training kit materials and boxes.
- Manage the 12-month training calendar
Compliance:
- Ensure adequate compliance with all company policies, internal control processes and approved processes.
Key Performance Indicators
- Achieve 100% ITF training coverage target
- Achieve 100% compliance with mandatory and Legal training targets (safety, compliance, etc)
- Zero clash in training centre booking
- Achieve 100% update of Training Log
- Achieve 100% Operations Training Report
- Attendance and Record Accuracy: Accuracy of attendance records and training documentation.
Job Specifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
- Any training certification will be an advantage
- 1-3 years of administrative experience, preferably in training, education, or HR.
Knowledge Requirements:
- Learning and Development Processes: Basic understanding of training and development principles, learning methodologies, and employee development.
- Administrative Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and multitasking ability.
- Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training management tools.
- Record Keeping: Understanding of the importance of maintaining accurate and secure training records.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for liaising with employees, managers, trainers, and external vendors.
Decision Expectations:
- Develop innovative ideas to meet changing training needs
- Ensure training plans are current, relevant and effective
- Provide correct data around all trainings in the business.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Demand Planner Assistant
Job Requisition ID: 1581
Location: Nigeria (Head Office)
Reports to: Demand Planning Manager
Department: Supply Chain Department
Job Purpose
- Assist in the demand planning duties including estimating future product demand, analyzing inventory flow and developing forecasts models.
Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas
Demand Planning / Forecasting:
- Assist in demand planning and management activities of a company’s products
- Develop demand forecast based on demand patterns and business trends
- Make forecast adjustments based on seasonal products, promotions and discounts.
- Determine demand forecasts to support in budgeting and inventory management.
- Provide guidance to demand planning team as needed.
- Assist in developing and executing demand plan to achieve company goals.
- Perform market analysis and determine customer demands.
- Follow company rules and regulations.
- Maintain demand planning systems to improve forecast accuracy.
- Perform root cause analysis of demand issues and provide permanent resolutions.
- Escalate complex demand issues to management for immediate resolutions.
- Determine customer response for new products and price revisions and communicate the same to management.
- Work with inventory team to monitor inventory levels and replenish appropriate products.
- Provide forecast updates to management, inventory and operations teams on regular basis
- Schedule monthly forecast meetings with all customers as required.
Key Performance Indicators
- Forecasted vs Actual sales
- Monthly product category forecast error
- Weekly item location forecast error
- Forecasting accuracy
- Marketing intelligence of competitor activities.
Job Specifications
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field is required.
- Possession of any relevant certification is essential
- Minimum of 1 year experience in similar role.
Knowledge Requirements:
- Knowledge of statistical supply chain management, distribution practices, inventory management
- Knowledge of forecasting models and industry trends.
Decision Expectations:
- Analyse demand statistics for trends and anomalies that require understanding
- Develop demand forecast based on key patterns and business trends.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
