Jobs/Vacancies
Positions Available at Promasidor Nigeria
Promasidor – We are an African company proud of our heritage and totally committed to the continent. We manufacture, market and sell unique brands which bring practicality and pleasure to millions of consumers across Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Finance Business Partner – Technical
Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Job Objectives
- The primary purpose of the Finance Business Partner for Technical functions is to provide strategic financial guidance, analysis, and support to the Production, Engineering, Workshop, and Quality Assurance teams.
- This role ensures that financial considerations are integrated into the decision-making processes, driving operational efficiency, cost management, and overall business performance.
- This shall be executed through the following functional areas.
Key responsibilities
Management Accounting Functions:
- Provide leadership and quality supervision for the Business support team including Technical, Supply Chain and Commercial.
- Act as a financial advisor to business unit leaders, providing insights, hindsight and recommendations to drive cost and efficiency performance across the business
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial support for key business initiatives and projects.
- Coordinating and preparation of the company’s operational master budget annually and involve in standard setting across the company.
- Coordinate and facilitate the preparation of the company’s quarterly and mid-year forecast and financial projections
- Ensure accurate and successful uploading of budget figures from excel model into the company’s ERP
- Ensure effective implementation of budgetary control and effective monitoring
- Undertake detailed analysis of variances, underscore the root cause and recommend necessary action points for cost improvement
- Liaising with budget holders to ensure all keep to the budget rules and agreed cost
- Ensure integrity of accounting entries in the company’s records through understanding of budget mapping
- Undertake detailed review of the P&L and Balance Sheet accounts and bring to the management noted areas of concern for corrective measures
- Preparation of ad hoc report for management use, including building business cases, scenarios planning, profit and cost simulations and sensitivity analysis for informed decision making. This is to support business cases for new product launches, market expansions, and other growth initiatives and perform post implementation appraisals
- Monitor adherence to the financial and accounting control procedures
- Preparation of management reports including product gross margin analysis
- Lead a team of FP&A professionals, providing mentorship and development opportunities.
- Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for executive leadership and board meetings.
- Industry Analysis of related and competitors published accounts.
Accruals/provisions:
- Update monthly provisions and accruals in local books.
- Update monthly provisions in management reports.
- Ensure adequate provisions to avoid overstatement of our profit.
Analyze OPEX:
- Deliver monthly OPEX analysis and reporting
- Advise on areas of OPEX improvement
- Drive cost saving initiatives
Business Support Functions:
- Sales/Revenue Management
- Prepare, Analyze and Report Monthly Revenue and Naked Margin
- Ensure Price compliance (Approved vs Actual price).
- Perform profitability appraisal – brands, customers, etc.
- Validate approval of all sales discounts and ensure all sales promotions are duly applied as approved.
Marketing:
- Assist in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of Marketing accruals and provisions and efficient and effective information on marketing spend.
- Analyzing Marketing cost (ATL/BTL) by brand.
- Advise Marketing team on marketing/Finance related issues.
- Monitor and approve marketing spend initiatives and evaluate post deployment appraisals
- Support management team and the Heads of Department with data-driven analysis
- Implement a business intelligence tool and dashboard reports.
Supply Chain:
- Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts for the supply chain function
- Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics (e.g., inventory turnover, procurement costs, logistics expenses)
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision- making
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement process improvements within the supply chain
- Analyze and control supply chain costs, including procurement, transportation, warehousing, and inventory holding costs.
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and implement cost-saving measures.
- Identify and assess supply chain risks (e.g., supply disruptions, price fluctuations,
- currency exchange risks)
- Participate in supply chain process improvement initiatives
- Implement best practices and technologies to enhance supply chain efficiency
Technical:
- Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts for the technical department
- Conduct cost-benefit analysis for technical projects and initiatives
- Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics (e.g., production costs, labor efficiency, quality costs)
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement process improvements within the technical department
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision- making
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and implement cost-saving measures
- Develop project budgets and track project performance against financial targets
- Develop mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of technical risks
- Leverage financial analysis to identify opportunities for process optimization
Project Management Office
- Support PMO project appraisals, providing complete and accurate project and investment appraisals for timely delivery of required output.
- Advise Project managers on PMO/Finance related issues.
- Building business cases with proper calculation of NPV, IRR and payback periods for an informed decision making
Job Requirements
- HND/B.Sc in Accounting,
- Professional Qualification: ACA or ACCA. Computer literacy and advance user of excel is a must
Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years of working experience in a structured organization
Knowledge & skills
- Sound Knowledge of the Nigerian Accounting Standard & IFRS
- Advance user of excel
- Advance analytical skills
- Advance financial modelling
Personal Attributes
- Good Communication skill
- Interpersonal Relationship
- Team Building Spirit
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to impact knowledge on subordinates
- Ability to use Excel, Word and PowerPoint applications
- Attention for details.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Digital Marketing Specialist
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Objectives
- The Digital Specialist will play a key role in driving the digital transformation strategy for the assigned brands, overseeing and executing digital marketing initiatives to build brand awareness, increase consumer engagement, and drive e-commerce growth.
- This role involves leveraging digital channels such as social media, SEO, email / SMS marketing, paid advertising, content marketing, and analytics to enhance the brand’s digital footprint and deliver measurable business results.
- The Digital Specialist will work closely with the marketing, sales, and e-commerce teams to ensure the effective implementation of digital campaigns and strategies aligned with the company’s objectives, ultimately contributing to sales growth and overall business performance.
Key Responsibilities
Digital Strategy Development & Execution:
- Develop and execute comprehensive digital marketing strategies to support brand objectives, increase customer acquisition, drive brand awareness, and enhance online presence.
- Lead the planning and implementation of integrated digital marketing campaigns across channels including SEO, SEM, social media, display advertising, email marketing, and influencer partnerships to drive traffic, leads, and conversions.
- Ensure digital campaigns align with overall marketing strategy, brand guidelines, and business objectives, focusing on driving measurable engagement and growth.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, e-commerce) to design and execute strategies that complement traditional marketing efforts, ensuring consistent messaging and branding.
- Monitor and optimize digital channels to improve performance, increase ROI, and maximize brand visibility.
- Drive customer acquisition and engagement by leveraging data-driven insights to refine campaign tactics and deliver optimal results.
- Continuously assess and adjust digital strategies based on market trends, competitor activity, and performance analytics to ensure ongoing effectiveness
Social Media & Content Management:
- Manage and optimize the brand’s social media presence across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, etc.), ensuring regular, creative, and impactful content creation to increase brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Ensure all content is aligned with the brand’s voice, tone, visual identity and objectives
- Work with creative team to create digital assets, including videos, graphics, blogs, and other content tailored for digital platforms.
- Analyze engagement data to measure content performance and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Monitor social media trends and create content tailored to the target audience, ensuring relevancy and resonance with consumers.
Innovation & Market Trends:
- Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends, tools, and technologies, particularly in the FMCG industry.
- Identify emerging digital marketing opportunities that can be leveraged to strengthen the brand’s position in the Nigerian market.
- Recommend new strategies and digital initiatives to maintain the brand’s competitive edge in the market.
- Innovate new methods for consumer engagement and brand growth through digital means.
Consumer Engagement:
- Monitor and respond to customer inquiries and feedback across digital platforms, ensuring timely and professional interactions.
- Foster a community of brand advocates and loyal customers through active engagement and interaction.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO):
- Optimize website and content for search engines to increase organic traffic and visibility.
- Conduct keyword research and competitor analysis to improve digital search performance.
Performance Analytics & Reporting:
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for all digital channels, ensuring campaigns are optimized for maximum performance.
- Regularly analyze data to identify trends, consumer insights, and opportunities for improvement in digital marketing efforts.
- Provide detailed reports on campaign performance and digital metrics, including ROI analysis, and present findings to senior management.
- Use tools like Google Analytics, SEMrush, and social media analytics to track and evaluate campaigns.
Collaborations:
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including creative, category management, sales, and other departments, to ensure the effective execution of digital initiatives.
- Work alongside external agencies and freelancers to produce high-quality campaigns and digital materials.
Budget Management:
- Manage and optimize the digital marketing budget to ensure effective allocation of resources across campaigns.
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining high-quality digital outputs.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Digital Media, Communications, or a related field
- Digital Marketing Institute, Google and other relevant certifications.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in digital marketing, preferably in FMCG or a related consumer-focused industry.
- Proven experience in developing and executing successful digital campaigns and community growth.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, including SEO, SEM, social media, email marketing, and content marketing.
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, SEMrush, Hootsuite, Canva, AgoraPulse, Sprout Social etc.).
- Solid knowledge of social media trends and platforms, especially in the Nigerian market.
- Experience in creating and executing paid media campaigns and analyzing their performance.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to drive decision-making.
- Creative mindset with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of the FMCG landscape in Nigeria and an understanding of consumer behavior is a plus.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
Personal Attributes:
- Results-Oriented: Strong focus on achieving measurable business outcomes.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to rapidly changing trends and technologies in the digital landscape.
- Problem Solver: Ability to identify challenges and propose creative solutions.
- Proactive: Willingness to take initiative and drive change within the digital space.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Product Merchandiser
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Description
- This is a full-time on-site role for a Corporate Sales Product Merchandiser at Promasidor in Kano State, Nigeria.
- The Product Merchandiser will be responsible for managing day-to-day merchandising activities, Generating sales order, product management in modern trade outlets to optimize product visibility and sales performance.
Qualifications
- Strong Analytical Skills.
- Effective Communication skills.
- Experience in Product Management.
- Knowledge of Sales strategies.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Supply Chain Director
Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Job Purpose and Objective
- Responsible for managing and optimizing the supply chain operations of Promasidor Nigeria. This role ensures efficient import/export, distribution, logistics, and sales and operations planning (S&OP) processes.
Key Responsibilities and Activities
- Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP): Oversee and drive the S&OP process with Sales, Finance, and Production teams. Set and monitor targets for forecast accuracy, operational performance, inventory levels, and cost control.
- Logistics: Lead the logistics team in managing all activities related to clearing, transportation, and warehousing, from suppliers to distributors. Establish and track targets for cycle time, customer service levels, and logistics costs.
- Procurement: Direct procurement for sourcing and purchasing production and marketing materials. Set targets for pricing, quality, inventory levels, customer service, and landed costs, ensuring strong supplier relationships. Analyze market trends and competitor performance to support naked margin forecasts.
- Strategic Planning: Develop, propose, and execute a three-year strategic plan for supply chain operations to support overall business goals.
- Human Resources: Manage and develop the supply chain team, ensuring skills and resources align with the demands of the S&OP and new project initiatives.
- IT and Tools: Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of supply chain IT tools, including S&OP, MRP, distribution planning, margin analysis, inventory control, and tracking systems. Requires proficiency in RDBMS, web applications, and cloud technologies.
- Process Management: Regularly review and validate supply chain processes, ensuring alignment with company standards and objectives.
- Project Management: Lead and mentor on supply chain projects, ensuring successful implementation and alignment with business strategy.
- Reporting: Report directly to the CEO, ensuring robust reporting systems are in place to evaluate supply chain performance. Prepare consolidated reports for EXCO and the board.
- Budgeting: Define and monitor the supply chain budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost management.
Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree and postgraduate qualification in Operation Management or Supply Chain / Marketing if the first degree is not in a related field. MBA would be an advantage.
- 8-10 years’ work experience in the Supply Chain function, preferably FMCG, with at least 6 years at senior management level
Knowledge and Skills:
- Supply Chain processes and techniques (MRP, S&OP, Distribution, Warehousing, Transport, Clearing, Import/Export, SRM)
- IT tools (RDBM, Web development, Cloud technologies, VBA, Filemaker, MS Nav, MS Office pack)
- Project management
- New product development process
- People management and capability- building
- Third-party supplier management
- Negotiation skills
- Presentation skills
Personal Attributes:
- Self-motivated & proactive
- Able to assimilate a range of different
- viewpoints in decision-making
- Analytical
- Able to provide objective rationales in planning & decision-making
- Able to maintain good relationship with stakeholders while pushing for results
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note: The position is Open to Expatriates
