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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PORTWEST LIMITED

EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN A LEADING WORKWEAR MANUFACTURING COMPANY


Our client, Portwest Limited, prides itself as a leader in the design and manufacture of stylish, comfortable, high quality work wear and has been in existence for about a century. The Company has operations in cover 18 countries and a wide distribution betwork across Europe, supported by factories in Ireland, UK and China

As part of plan to expand its operations into the West African market, Portwest Limited is seeking to recruit competent and suitably qualified professionals to fill the following positions:

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER: ES00595

Reporting to the sales director, the successful candidate will be sales and marketing the company’s sales and marketing activities across the entire region specifically, the candidate will:

Develop & implement strategic marketing and sales plans that meet organizational goals

Lead the business development initiatives of the Company for sustainable growth and development

Carry out market and competitor research and analysis ensuring that the Company’s products meet consumer needs and are top of the market

Develop and manage new distribution channels ofr effective and efficient distribution of the Company’s products

Identify opportunities to deepen relationships with customers and partners through marketing campaigns events and partnerships

Ensure the availability of accurate and relevant information to stakeholders

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

Proven track record of sales to either the industrial clothing, footwear or PPE sectors

Familiarity with existing distributors is a distinct advantage

First degree in marketing, Economics or Business Administration from a reputable institution. Possession of higher business related qualification(s) or an MBA will be an advantage

Minimum of ten (10) years post-qualification experience in sales, for (4) of which must have been spent in a similar role in an international or multinational organization, preferably within the West African region

Familiarity with the manufacture and sales of personal protection equipment, industrial clothing, industrial footwear and hi-visibility garments

Ability to develop and implement sales and marketing strategies, as well as, distribution plans

Considerable knowledge of pricing policies, legal regulations and sale ethical principles

Ability to achieve results in an environment that is challenging and sometimes unpredictable

Excellent communication, leader and people management skills

PRODUCTION MANAGER: ES00596

The successful will be responsible for overseeing all stages of the production process including planning, coordination, organization and production. He/she will map out strategies to ensure the timely production of quality goods in th right quantity and at minimal cost. Specifically, the candidate will:

Plan, schedule and supervise production activities and processes

Coordinate and implement standard operating procedures for all production activities

Carry out quality control of raw materials and finished products

Direct and coordinate the distribution of products

Develop budgets and approve expenditures for material and human resources

Ensure capacity utilization of factory

Monitor and recommend procedures for facility and equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machines

Ensure implementation and evaluation of safety procedures and guidelines

Drive continuous improvements activities though implementation of change manbagement process and best practice

Meet production targets and quality expectations while ensuring adherence to budget

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

First degree in Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering or any related discipline from a reputable institution

Possession of other relevant qualifications will be an advantage

Minimum of ten (10) years post qualification experience with at least five (5) years in the manufacturing industry. Experience in a medium to large-size clothing, shoe or workwear factory, using modern electric machines is essential

Knowledge of raw materials procurement, production processes, quality control, cost management and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of good

Proven experience in production planning, capacity utilization and factory operations

Familiarity with HSE guidelines

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, identify and address problems, meet deadlines and stay within budget

Excellent communication skills

MODE OF APPLICATION’

To apply, please quote the reference number as the subject of your email and send your current curriculum viate (prepared as a Microsoft word documents, and saved with your full names),a statement of how you meet our selection criteria, and the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities to us at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com

not later than 25 January 2011

All applications will be treated in confidence, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


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