External Job Title: Supplier Performance Manager – ATL
AutoReqId: 56876BR
Function: Procurement
Type of Job: Employee
Country: Nigeria
Town/City: Lagos

Job Description:
Level: Management
Reports To: Procurement Director GNPlc
Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Context/Scope
The Procurement Function within GN is clearly recognized as being a key enabler for our Company to achieve its mission to become the most trusted and respected consumer products company in Nigeria.
The prime accountability for the role is to drive value through ensuring the commercial elements of spend are executed brilliantly with the appropriate vendors.

Purpose of the role
Implement category strategies in Above the Line, (ATL) spends across Nigeria where applicable.
Develop local category strategies for local brands which are not covered by global procurement.
Lead the media, PR, Sponsorship, Advertising & Content plus Talent Management negotiation for local spend.

Top Accountabilities
Lead Performance Management conversations in ATL, media, PR and sponsorship categories.
Lead pitches and award of businesses to various agencies within the category
Lead Implementation of key projects with above market teams
Lead the Function’s control and risk agenda in ATL
Work with the Global Procurement teams to develop benchmarking, cost modeling and best practices for the Nigerian market.
Manage the in market agency roster on a regular basis involving key stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience
Relevant Degree and demonstrable ability to learn and develop.
Minimum of 5 years commercial experience, gained in a “blue chip” organization
Previous Agency / Marketing experience is an advantage
Understanding of marketing needs and how to drive change
Inquisitive with the ability to crystallize thinking and make sound recommendations
Analytical and numerical skills
Skilled communicator with a high level of personal impact
Demonstration of personal accountability for great performance and brilliant execution
Commercial acumen and an understanding of the business
Ability to review established practice to identify opportunities and stimulate thinking
Embody the highest standards of compliance and ethics always

How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants can apply here: http://studentinfoportal.com/opportunities/jobs/guinness-nigeria-supplier-performance-manager-recruitment-2017/