Supply Chain Planning Manager at Integrated Dairies Limited (IDL)

Integrated Dairies Limited (IDL) was incorporated as a Private Limited Liability Company in April 2003.

Since then, we have been producing and processing fresh milk and dairy products in Nigeria. We are currently operating on 550 hectares of land located inside the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI) in Vom, Plateau State, a highland excellent for animal husbandry, where our dairy farm and main processing facilities are situated.Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Supply Chain Planning Manager role based in Plateau, WV. The Supply Chain Planning Manager will oversee end-to-end planning activities, including demand forecasting, production planning, material requirements planning, and distribution scheduling for dairy products.
The role will coordinate closely with procurement, production, quality, warehousing, and sales teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure timely product availability.
The manager will monitor supply chain performance metrics, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions to improve service levels, reduce waste, and optimize costs.
Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing sales and production data, updating planning tools, managing supplier and logistics timelines, mitigating risks such as stock-outs or capacity constraints, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
The role also involves driving process improvements, contributing to S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) cycles, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in supply chain planning, including demand forecasting, production planning, and inventory management.
Strong skills in data analysis, use of spreadsheets and planning tools, and interpretation of supply chain metrics (e.g., service levels, inventory turns, forecast accuracy).
Knowledge of procurement, logistics, warehousing, and distribution processes, preferably within FMCG or food and beverage manufacturing.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as production, quality, finance, and sales, and to manage stakeholder expectations.
Solid understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and process optimization in manufacturing or supply chain environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field; a relevant professional certification (e.g., APICS/CPIM, CSCP) is an advantage.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present data-driven insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience in the dairy industry or broader agribusiness/food manufacturing sector is an added benefit.
Minimum 5 – 7 years of experience in supply chain planning, demand/supply planning, or S&OP, preferably within the FMCG or Dairy sector.