Wemy Industries is one of the foremost indigenous and oldest established manufacturers in Lagos, Nigeria. We specialize in producing baby diapers, feminine sanitary napkins/pads, panty liners, adult diapers, maternity pads, under pads and baby wipes under the umbrella brand names of ‘Dr. Browns’ and ‘Nightingale’
We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:
1.) Procurement Manager
Job Location: Lagos
Responsibilities

• The Procurement Manager will be involved in overseeing and managing the organization's procurement processes.
• This role involves sourcing and purchasing products, materials, and services from local and international vendors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that procurement operations align with company goals, budgets, and regulations.
• The Procurement Manager works closely with vendors and internal departments to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of quality goods and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with reliable suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to secure the best deals.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage vendor relationships to ensure service quality and delivery.
• Develop and maintain strategic sourcing strategies to meet organizational objectives.
• Oversee the procurement of goods and services necessary for the business.
• Ensure accurate and timely purchase orders, requisitions, and contract documentation.
• Manage inventory levels, optimize stock levels, and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure the timely delivery of materials.
• Negotiate and finalize contracts with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal standards, and ethical guidelines in all procurement activities.
• Manage contract renewals and amendments.
• Develop and manage the procurement budget in line with company's financial objectives.
• Analyze procurement costs and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Monitor and report on procurement spending to ensure alignment with budgets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and engineering, to align procurement activities with overall business goals.
• Foster strong internal relationships to understand business needs and ensure seamless procurement processes.
• Analyze procurement data to inform decision-making.
• Identify risks related to supply chain management and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that all procurement activities are compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Stay up-to-date on market trends and conditions that may affect procurement activities.
• Prepare reports on procurement metrics, supplier performance, and cost savings.
• Utilize data-driven insights to improve procurement efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or in a similar role.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain management and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legal regulations, contract law, and compliance requirements.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: michael@wemydrbrowns.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

2.) Sales Associate
Job Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Drinks
Responsibilities

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
• Assess customers’ needs and provide assistance and information on product features
• Welcome customers to the store and answer their queries
• Follow and achieve department’s sales goals on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
• “Go the extra mile” to drive sales
• Maintain in-stock and presentable condition assigned areas
• Actively seek out customers in store
• Remain knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options
• Process POS (point of sale) purchases
• Handle returns of merchandise
• Team up with co-workers to ensure proper customer service
• Build productive trust relationships with customers
• Comply with inventory control procedures
• Suggest ways to improve sales (e.g. planning marketing activities, changing the store’s design).

Requirements and Skills

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc Degree in Marketing or related field would be a plus
• Proven work experience as a Sales Associate, Sales Representative or similar role
• Hands-on experience with POS transactions
• Familiarity with inventory procedures
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
• Working knowledge of customer and market dynamics and requirements
• Track record of over-achieving sales quota
• A friendly and energetic personality with customer service focus
• Ability to perform under pressure and address complaints in a timely manner
• Availability to work flexible shifts.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: michael@wemydrbrowns.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

3.) Data Analyst
Job Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Brief

• The Data Analyst will be responsible for analyzing and interpreting data related to the company's production processes.
• This role is crucial for identifying inefficiencies, optimizing production, improving operational performance, and supporting decision-making.

Job Responsibilities

• Gather data from production lines, machines, and related software systems (ERP, MES).
• Analyze production output, quality metrics, downtime, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the production process.
• Propose solutions for process improvement to enhance productivity, reduce waste, or lower costs.
• Create detailed reports and visualizations (using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Excel) to present data insights to stakeholders such as production managers and senior leadership.
• Use statistical models to forecast production needs, inventory requirements, and staffing.
• Assist in capacity planning and scheduling to optimize resource allocation.
• Work closely with production teams, quality control, supply chain, and operations to ensure seamless data flow and process alignment.
• Help ensure data-driven decision-making across different departments.
• Ensure that production data is accurate and consistent.
• Troubleshoot data discrepancies and work with IT teams to resolve data-related issues.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience (2-4+ years) working as a Data Analyst or in a related role.
• Experience with statistical software packages (e.g., R, Python, SAS).
• Statistics and Forecasting: Proficiency in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and trend analysis.
• ERP/MES Systems: Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) or manufacturing execution systems (MES) to pull data for analysis.
• Proficiency in SQL for querying databases.
• Data Analysis Tools: Expertise in Excel, SQL, Python (Pandas, Num Py), and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Production Knowledge: Understanding of production systems, manufacturing processes, or supply chain operations.
• Problem-solving: Ability to analyze data to diagnose problems and recommend improvements.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: michael@wemydrbrowns.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.