Group Head, Supply Chain at Dangote

Role Overview

Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc is seeking a highly strategic and seasoned Group Head, Supply Chain to provide enterprise‑wide leadership for its end‑to‑end supply chain operations across refinery operations and Backward Integration Projects.

This is a critical executive role responsible for driving supply chain excellence, cost leadership, governance, and sustainability in support of the Group's aggressive growth and expansion agenda. The successful candidate will lead procurement, materials management, logistics, and planning functions to ensure uninterrupted operations, optimal inventory levels, regulatory compliance, and world‑class operational standards across all subsidiaries..

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance


Provide strategic direction and governance oversight for all Group supply chain activities across Apapa Refinery Operations, Numan Operations, and Backward Integration Projects.
Develop and execute supply chain strategies that improve cost efficiency, service levels, resilience, and competitiveness while upholding the highest ethical standards.
Drive rapid transformation and continuous improvement in supply chain systems, processes, and controls.


Procurement & Materials Management


Ensure timely and cost‑effective sourcing, custody, and availability of raw materials, packaging materials, spares, lubricants, and other critical inputs.
Oversee contract management, claims administration, and closure of Purchase Orders and contracts in line with agreed timelines and compliance standards.
Ensure effective local content administration across projects and operations.


Performance Management & Optimization


Establish supply chain KPIs, dashboards, reporting frameworks, and cost‑monitoring systems across all operations.
Monitor performance against targets and drive prompt corrective actions to address deviations.
Implement digital tools, ERP solutions, and data analytics to enhance visibility, planning, and decision‑making.


Operational Excellence & Risk Management


Support annual business plans, budgets, and Technical Work Programs with robust supply chain inputs.
Ensure compliance with Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Environmental standards including QMS, FSMS, FSSC, OHSAS, and other applicable management systems.
Drive year‑on‑year reduction in Lost Time Incidents (LTIs) across all SCM units, targeting continuous improvement of 50% and above.
Lead supply chain risk management, business continuity planning, and mitigation strategies.


People Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement


Provide strong leadership to Procurement and Materials Management teams across all locations.
Coach, mentor, and develop high‑performing teams through structured training, succession planning, and career development initiatives.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to enhance collaboration, service delivery, and value creation.


Financial Management


Prepare, manage, and control the Supply Chain Department's annual budget.
Drive cost savings, working capital optimization, and value‑for‑money outcomes across procurement and logistics activities.


Functional & Technical Competencies


Demand & Supply Planning
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
Logistics & Distribution Management
Manufacturing & Operations Planning
Supply Chain Analytics & Digital Systems (ERP)
Risk Management & Business Continuity
Financial & Cost Management
Regulatory, Quality & Compliance
Project & Change Management
Customer Service & Commercial Collaboration


Core Competencies


Strong knowledge of Contracts, Procurement, Imports, International Trade, Outsourcing, Warehousing, and Materials Management.
Proven leadership capability with experience developing and managing large, diverse teams.
Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multiple functions and cultures.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
High ethical standards, transparency, and integrity.
Innovative mindset with the confidence to drive change and transformation.


Qualifications & Experience


Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
MBA or postgraduate qualification preferred.
Membership of a recognized professional body such as MCIPS/FCIPS, APICS, CILT, NIPSM, PMP is a strong advantage.
Minimum of 18 years' senior management experience, preferably within FMCG, manufacturing, or complex industrial environments.
Experience within large, multi‑site operations with significant local and international supply chain exposure.


Personal Attributes


Strategic and business‑focused
Professional and discreet
Results‑driven and productivity‑oriented
High integrity and ethical judgment
Team‑oriented, adaptable, and resourceful
Confident decision‑maker with strong execution capability