Head of Store – Obajana Plant

About the role

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Store to lead all store and inventory management operations at the Obajana Plant of Dangote Cement Plc. The role oversees Store Managers handling receiving, issuing, inventory control and mines stores, ensuring safe, efficient and accurate material handling in line with company policies and HSE standards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, direction and coordination for Store Managers in receiving, issuing, inventory management and mines stores.
• Ensure strict compliance with inventory control policies, documentation standards and HSE requirements.
• Develop and implement robust store procedures for receiving, issuing, inventory reconciliation and asset protection.
• Monitor and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives to reduce stock losses, obsolete inventory and inefficiencies.
• Oversee timely and accurate posting of receipts, issues, transfers and adjustments in ERP/WMS systems.
• Coordinate cycle counts, inventory audits and reconciliation processes with internal and external auditors.
• Present monthly inventory reports, ageing analysis and shrinkage summaries to senior management and finance teams.
• Train, mentor and manage store staff, fostering a culture of discipline, accountability and teamwork.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, production, maintenance and mining to ensure material availability and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain clean, secure and organized store environments and documentation systems.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Purchasing, Engineering or a related field.
• 15+ years’ experience in warehouse/stores receiving operations in heavy industry, manufacturing or cement sector.
• 2+ years in a supervisory role preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CIPSMN, APICS or SCMP.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of ERP/WMS systems (experience with SAP or Oracle is an advantage).
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Sound HSE awareness and practical application of safety rules.

What we offer

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development opportunities