Head of Store
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Dangote Industries Limited is hiring a Head of Store for its Obajana plant in Kogi, Nigeria. The role leads stores and inventory management, requiring 15+ years experience in heavy industry/manufacturing. Full-time position with benefits including private health insurance.
- Strategic leadership role overseeing all stores and inventory operations
- Requires 15+ years experience and Bachelor's degree in related field
- Private health insurance, training and paid time off offered
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- Required15+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in factory, internship, armazemThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full-time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
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Original source description
Head of Store at Dangote Industries Limited ⏲ Jul 30, 2026, 5:00 AM ⋕ View all Manufacturing & Production jobs Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Head of Store Location: Obajana, Kogi Job Type: Full time Job Summary The Head, Stores will drive policy enforcement, process improvement, and team development to support uninterrupted plant and mining operations, optimize costs, and safeguard assets. We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head, Stores to lead and oversee all stores and inventory management operations at Obajana Plant. This role is responsible for directing the Store Managers in Receiving, Issuing, Inventory Control, and Mines Stores functions to ensure efficient, safe, and accurate handling of materials, spare parts, and consumables in line with Dangote Cement policies, HSE standards, and stores procedures. Key Duties and Responsibilities: 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. Develop and implement robust store procedures for receiving, issuing, inventory reconciliation, and asset protection. Provide overall leadership, direction, and coordination for Store Managers in Receiving, Issuing, Inventory Management, and Mines Stores. 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. Coordinate cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation processes with internal and external auditors. Collaborate with procurement, logistics, production, maintenance, and mining to ensure material availability and resolve discrepancies. Ensure strict compliance with inventory control policies, documentation standards, and HSE requirements: across all store functions. Maintain clean, secure, and organized store environments and documentation systems. Requirements: Education: and Work Experience: Working knowledge of ERP/WMS systems ( experience: with SAP or Oracle is an advantage). 15+years’ experience: in warehouse/stores receiving operations in heavy industry, manufacturing or cement sector; 2+ years in a supervisory role preferred. Bachelor's Degree (B.Sc./HND) in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Purchasing, Engineering, or a related field. CIPS, CIPSMN, APICS, SCMP, or equivalent Skills and Competencies: Good interpersonal, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Basic technical understanding of material specification and handling requirements. Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline Sound HSE awareness and practical application of safety rules. Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple inbound activities. Leadership, people management and coaching skills. Benefits: Private Health Insurance Training & Development. Paid Time Off How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online View all Jobs in Nigeria Kogi State