Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc Vacancies

Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, the largest sugar refining plant in sub Saharan Africa, requires applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill these strategic positions:

HEAD SALES & MARKETING – REF: HS&M/09
A motivated, dynamic sales oriented professional to lead our Sales & Marketing Team.
A senior management position with key responsibilities to formulate, coordinate and effectively execute marketing and sales strategies.
He/she will provide the needed support for our sales and marketing team, towards the achievement of overall sales targets and goals.

Requirements:
• A first degree in marketing and professional marketing qualification or MBA
• Minimum of fourteen years experience in marketing & sales, with five in management position preferably in a FMCG or food processing industry with proven track of achievements and innovativeness
• Strong customer focus
• Membership of a recognized professional marketing institution
• Proven knowledge of contemporary sales and marketing strategies
• Not more than 45 years.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER – REF: HRM/09
The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for Human Resources, Security and Protocol Functions of the Company.
He/she is the focal point on all Human resources and Administrative policies, guidelines and procedures. The post holder is responsible for ensuring that these policies are consistently and uniformly applied in consonance with the Company’s objectives.
Requirements:
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and Personal Management or related discipline
• Minimum of twelve years generalist experience, with a minimum of five years in Human resources management in a reputable company.
• Thorough knowledge of labour laws, principles and practices of personnel management
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and good communication skills
• Must be a team builder with excellent people skills, culturally sensitive and have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials etc.
• Good negotiation skills and ability to settle disputes and also posses the ability to influence colleagues
• Membership of Chartered Institute of Personnel Management.
• Not more than 35 years

PROCUREMENT OFFICER – REF: PRO/09
The Procurement Officer will support the manager in the running of an efficient procurement system for the company.
Requirements:
• Possession of a first degree in Purchasing & Supply, Social Sciences or related discipline
• Minimum of three years work experience in the same or related field
• Good knowledge of Microsoft software applications (Word, Excel etc)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Must be result-oriented, able to work with minimum supervision, while being a strong team player.
• Membership of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply will be an added advantage
• Not more than 32 years.

BOILER ENGINEER – REF: BOE/09
The successful candidate will ensure that all Boilers are maintained to a reliable and safe standard for optimal performance.
He must have drive, initiative and the ability to perform with minimum supervision in a production environment.
Requirements:
• A first Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 5 years experience in boiler operation section of a food, brewery or Petrochemical company, 3 of which must be in maintenance of pumps, compressor, heat exchanger valves etc.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience and good people management skills, with the ability to handle a demanding work schedule
• Must have knowledge of Health, Safety & Environment practice
• Attention to detail and very strong analytical skills
• Membership of COREN or Nigerian Society of Engineers is an added advantage
• Not more than 32 years

MECHANICAL ENGINEER – REF: MEE/09
Requirements:
• A first degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Candidates must have at least 5 years practical experience in food, brewery or heavy engineering industry
• Must have knowledge of Health, Safety & Environment practice
• Attention to detail and very strong analytical skills
• Membership of COREN or NSE is an added advantage
• Not more than 32 years

INSTRUMENT ENGINEER – REF: INE/09
The Instrument Engineer will be part of a team responsible for providing technical maintenance of all refinery equipments for the smooth running of the refinery activities
Requirements:
• Minimum of First degree In Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Instrumentation and Control Engineering.
• Ability to prioritize and executive tasks
• Must be a registered Member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers
• At least 8 years work experience in an industrial, team oriented and collaborative environment.
• Strong interpersonal and consultative skills.
• Must have knowledge of Health, Safety & Environment practice.
• Attention to detail and very strong analytical skills
• Not more than 32 years

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN – REF: MET/09
Requirements:
• Technical certificate part I & II, City & Guild II or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Mechanical Engineering
• Six (6) years relevant experience.
• Proven experience in the maintenance and overhauling of pump and compressor is an added advantage.
• Not more than 30 years

Method of Application:
Interested candidates should forward their applications, detailed resume and copies of credentials, quoting job Reference on top left hand corner of envelope to:
AGM Human Resources/Admin,
Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc,
P.O. Box 3677,
Apapa Lagos
Or email: recruitment-dsr@dangote-group.com
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.


Closing Date: 17th September 2009.