Supply Chain Executive – MEIA Graduate Program – Jotun Ethiopia
Business and Administration, Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain, Management
Jotun Ethiopia
The Jotun Group is a matrix organization divided into seven regions responsible for the sale of Decorative Paints and Performance Coatings (Marine, Protective and Powder Coatings). The company has 39 production facilities in 23 countries, 65 companies in 47 countries, and is represented in over 100 countries around the world.
Jotun makes its mark on your surroundings, from steel bridges to beautiful walls. This is done by our 10 000 employees. Do you want to join us and make your mark?
Jotun is one of the world's leading manufacturers of decorative paints, marine, protective, and powder coatings. The Group has 65 companies and 39 production facilities around the world, and 10 007 employees. Jotun is represented in more than 100 countries through its own subsidiaries, joint ventures, agents, branch offices, and distributors. The Jotun Group's sales in 2019 were NOK 19.6 billion. The Jotun Group is organized into four segments and seven geographical regions and has its head office in Sandefjord, Norway.
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
We are looking for young talents, like you to join our full-time permanent positions in our MEIA Graduate Program. Your journey in this program will consist of challenging & exciting tasks at work and your development will be accelerated through formulation of personal development plan, local or internal assignments and focused training programs over the course of a year.
Manage and execute operational purchasing tasks as delegated by the Purchasing Manager in line with Group Purchasing (GP) policies, principles, guidelines and procedures for Raw Material (RM), Purchased Finished Goods (PFG) and Direct Packaging Material (DPM) in close cooperation with local stakeholders and GP, enabling the company to achieve the desired delivery service to the customers.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in the planning process in close cooperation with internal stakeholders
- Place and expedite purchase orders for designated RM, PFG or DPM categories, based on agreements made by GP category managers or other authorized personnel, in accordance with GP guidelines and procedures
- Communicate with GP category managers regarding RM, PFG and DPM requirements, supplier performance, shortages, non-conformances etc for designated categories in line with given guidelines and procedures
- Assist Purchasing Manager in evaluating optimal logistics solution, considering packaging type and size, lot size, use of distributors, transport, local customs regulations, local laws and regulations etc., for all RMs and communicate the findings to relevant GP Category Managers
- Support GP Category Managers in identifying potential local suppliers and maintaining existing relationships for designated categories (including supplier audits and participation in supplier meetings on request from GP Category Managers)
- Assist Purchasing Manager in updating local parameters in Matrix in accordance with operational purchasing principles (under development)
- Assist Purchasing Manager in ensuring that supplier invoice control is carried out in line with company guidelines, relevant customs regulations and procedures are followed and facilitated and that all supplier invoices are paid within due date, for designated suppliers/categories
- Assist the purchasing Manager in importation of for raw materials
- Follow up and report to Purchasing Manager on agreed KPIs
We offer:
- Extensive opportunities for professional and personal development
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- An international Corporate Culture founded on our four values; Care, Respect, Loyalty, and Boldness.
- A work environment that embraces Diversity and is committed to creating an equal opportunity and inclusive environment for everyone.
Location: Adama, Ethiopia,
Reports to: Supply Chain Manager.
Qualification:
- BA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management, Business Administration
Experience:
- 2+ year
Competencies we look for:
- Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results
- Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results
- Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively
- Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgements
- Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively
- co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
