Assistant Manager Business Analyst at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc was incorporated in September 1960 as a private limited liability company, and commenced operations in 1962 with an installed capacity of 600 metric tons per day. The Company was converted to a public limited liability company in 1978, and its shares were subsequently listed on The Nigerian Stock Exchange. In its 54 year history, Flour Mills has remained at the forefront of wheat milling in Nigeria. The Company’s flagship brand, Golden Penny, remains one of the best known and the preferred brands amongst bakers, confectioneries and consumers in Nigeria. Flour Mills has invested over N25billion in milling infrastructure over the last seven years, to maintain its competitive advantage. Today, Flour Mills has a rated milling capacity of over 8,000 metric tons per day, making it one of the largest single site mills in the world. The Company’s flagship mill located in Apapa, Lagos comprises of 10 integrated mills. Each mill was designed as a multilevel operation in order to optimize the use of gravity in the sifting process, thereby reducing the energy requirements. In addition, the Company maintains dedicated mills to the processing of different wheat varieties to produce different flour types. This has ensured consistent quality of its products for 50 years. The Apapa Mill also boasts of modern silos with a storage capacity to 191,000 metric tons. Flour Mills has also made significant investments in power generation. The Company has 11 General Electric (GE) Jenbacher gas generators at its Apapa Mills, with a combined capacity of 30 megawatts. This has enabled the company to reduce the occurrence of production stoppages. In addition, the Company has a 30megawatt diesel plant at the same site to act as a backup in the event of any shortage of feedstock to the gas generators.

The purpose of the job is to plays a key role in bridging the gap between business needs and technological solutions.  This position involves working closely with various business and IT stakeholders to identify, analyse, and document business requirements.

THE JOB

• Requirements Gathering and Documentation: work with stakeholders (e.g. business leaders, managers, and end-users) to understand their needs and challenges.
• Data Analysis: assist in collecting, cleaning, and analysing data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Process Improvement: Analyse existing business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Process Documentation: document existing business processes, workflows, and procedures to help identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Project Management- Manage projects by developing detailed project plans and monitoring performance to ensure timely completion.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: participate in the testing phase of projects to ensure that new solutions meet the specified requirements and quality standards.

THE PERSON MUST

• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into actionable insights.
• Be proficient in data analysis, reporting tools, and business intelligence software.
• Have experience in process improvement, performance tracking, and developing business strategies.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across multiple functions.
• Exhibit strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and a drive for continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum requirement: BSc/HND in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum: Advanced finance competency and numeracy are expected.
• A good understanding of accounting and familiarity with project management tools and techniques.
• Two years of relevant experience in manufacturing, consulting, or finance. ERP project experience is an added advantage.

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