Supply Chain Supervisor at Eden Life Inc

Supply Chain Supervisor

About Eden

Founded in April 2019 and based in Lagos, Nigeria, thousands of people have trusted Eden to provide ease and convenience by delivering high-quality services consistently. We currently offer services across food, laundry, and home cleaning. At Eden, we promote a culture of trust, accountability, and excellence through our product, brand, and, most importantly, our people. Our goal is to be the operating system for how people manage their lives by delivering high-quality services and providing them with valuable content to navigate their lives.

Homemade by Eden Life, Eden’s Food Brand is a leading producer of high-quality ready-to-eat food products. We are passionate about serving Africans everywhere through relatable, innovative and sustainable food products that focus on Quality, Health and Accessibility, and are currently looking for a talented and motivated Supply Chain Supervisor to join our growing team. If you are the type of person who feels a personal stake in everything that you work on, is inclined towards taking action and solving problems, and has a deep passion for influencing excellent business performance through the work you do, we look forward to meeting you!

Job Context

We are seeking a driven and results-oriented Supply Chain Supervisor to play a key role in optimizing our food production operations through efficient supply and management of produce and non consumables. You will be responsible for managing the flow of goods, inventory levels, and ensuring cost-effective procurement and inventory practices. This role is critical to maintaining efficient operations and maximizing our profitability.

Job Responsibilities

Manage the procurement of ingredients, packaging materials, and other production supplies.
Negotiate and secure contracts with vendors to achieve the best pricing, payment and operations terms.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers; expand our vendor/supply pool to ensure a strong network of suppliers to meet our production needs
Demonstrate a strong understanding of our market; prices, where to source supplies from, to ensure efficient buying strategies.
Forecast demand for raw materials and finished products.
Develop and implement plans to optimize inventory levels and minimize waste.
Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring efficient storage and handling of materials.
- Monitor supply processes and design operation targets to ensure timely deliveries.
- Implement and maintain quality control procedures throughout the supply chain flow.
- Track and analyze supply chain data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  - Collaborate with the data team to optimize warehouse and procurement costs
- Prepare reports on procurement, inventory, and delivery performance.
- Supervise and mentor a team of warehouse and sourcing personnel including external collaborators.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
Minimum 3 years of experience in a supply chain management role within the food production industry (preferred).
Strong understanding of procurement best practices, including negotiation and contract management.
Proven ability to manage inventory levels and implement cost-saving measures.
Experience with warehouse operations and management.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficient in Google (Sheets, Docs, Slides) and/or Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with supply chain management software is a plus.