Operations and Performance Analyst, North

Operations and Performance Analyst, North

Gombe, GO, NG, 762102

Who is Lafarge?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 7,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

Who are Lafarge People?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

About the role

The Operations and Performance Analyst is responsible for collating and analyzing operational performance data for the purpose of improving the performance of North Cement Plant. He analyzes the plant production and cost data, identifies wasteful processes, and makes recommendations to improve efficiency.

What you'll be doing

• Measures daily production performance by equipment, by line and by plant against the OEM/BDP quantity, analyses and explains variance in detail for performance improvement
• Performs weekly and monthly analysis of plant performance highlighting variances to key performance indicators and undertakes review of plant reports to ensure consistency of information with other reports e.g. monthly production reports, advance downtime analysis program (ADAP) reports, costing tool report etc.
• Under the supervision of the Finance controller, he undertakes root cause analysis to variances of the Plants and regional performance and presents explanations to variances of key performance indicators compared to plan; advising management on corrective actions for improved performance.
• Supports the Finance Controller in leading the weekly, monthly and annual planning, forecasting and budgeting cycles for the North plant and for the region.
• Fully responsible for the supervision of monthly cycle counting and reconciliation of Inventory of Spare parts across the Northern region.
• Takes the lead in quarterly measurement and reconciliation of process materials across the SW plants to validate the accuracy of inventory balances; proposes inventory adjustments for approval in line with the DOA.
• Monitors Internal Control environment of the Northern plant and drives compliance with Internal controls standards, policies and procedures in line with LHARP rules.
• Serves as the Month-End Closing (MEC) Coordinator for the Northern plant; ensuring accurate reporting of monthly Key Statistical KPIs for both Ewekoro and Sagamu Plants in line with LHARP.
• Proactively engages with plant management on reporting requirements and uses reporting tool for automating reports, in consultation with reporting team.
• Performs any other functions as may be assigned by the Plant controller.
• Responsible for Overall financial activities for Ashaka plant

Who you'll be working with

List of direct reports:

• Cycle counters

Key interfaces, stakeholders and relationships:

• The incumbent interacts regularly with all cadres of staff.
• He/she also interacts regularly with the external public including suppliers and other external stakeholders.

What we are looking for

Level of Education/qualifications

• A University degree in Sciences or Social Sciences or its equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in cement industry and on similar role
• A professional qualification in Accounting (desirable)
• SAP Intermediate Knowledge

Specific Work experience:

• Manufacturing experience
• Have a proven track record of working closely with commercial teams, sales and operational teams
• Familiarity with Business Intelligence applications

Technical / Functional Skills:

• Good written and oral communication skills
• Strong computer Skills especially Excel, word, powerpoint and email applications
• Ability to prioritize with excellent time management skills
• Good attention to detail

Behavioral competence:

• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong team player
• Adaptable
• Tact and tolerant
• Ability to work well under pressure and adhere to set deadlines
• Resilient and Motivated

Leadership and managerial abilities:

• Excellent management skills and ability to organize and plan effectively to meet both short and long range goals and objectives.
• Ability to manage multiple project plans successfully and simultaneously.
• Ability to motivate individuals and teams
• Able to coach and direct a diverse team

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.