Reports To: Managing Director
Direct Supervision: Procurement Officer, Weighbridge, Stores, and General Services
Company: PBC Shea Limited
Location: Buipe, Savannah Region
Key Role Description:
The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for the effective management of materials and supply chain operations. The role ensures strict adherence to standard procurement procedures, efficient inventory management to prevent production shortages, and the timely shipment of finished butter products. The position also provides overall oversight of the General Services function to support smooth factory operations.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Strategy and Leadership
Lead the development and implementation of supply chain strategies aligned with the company’s overall business objectives and annual targets.
Drive Supply Chain KPIs and ensure full integration of procurement, logistics, inventory, and general services functions with business goals.
Establish strategic inventory buffers based on supplier lead times to prevent production disruptions.
Contribute to long-term capacity planning as part of the company’s strategic planning process.
Provide effective oversight of General Services functions as directed by the Managing Director.
Manpower Planning and Organizational Development
Collaborate with the Factory Manager and Finance and Administration Manager to drive continuous improvement.
Prepare annual work plans, conduct performance appraisals, and hold appraisal interviews for subordinate managers.
Support the design and implementation of training programmes for departmental staff.
Supply Chain Processes
Identify, design, and implement efficient supply chain processes to achieve business objectives.
Oversee all site-based supply chain activities, including procurement, logistics, inventory optimisation, and warehouse support.
Balance demand and supply during annual planning and financial forecasting processes.
Work directly with suppliers to support the implementation and rollout of the company’s integrated ERP system.
Executive and Operational Responsibilities
Advise the Managing Director on global best practices in supply chain planning, inventory management, and logistics to enhance profitability.
Ensure strict adherence to company policies, standards, plans, and supply chain processes.
Promote teamwork and effective coordination among departmental staff.
Minimise stock outages at the factory through effective supervision and operational support.
Review and utilise operational and financial reports to monitor and control performance.
Undertake special assignments as directed by the Managing Director.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Assign and monitor tasks of immediate team members to ensure performance targets are met.
Identify training needs and recommend or organise appropriate capacity-building programmes.
Conduct performance assessments and review evaluations for lower-level employees.
Administer discipline in line with the company’s disciplinary policies and procedures.
External Relations
Maintain effective relationships with relevant government institutions and regulatory bodies.
Liaise with the Free Zones Board, Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, and Ghana Revenue Authority (Customs Division).
Build and sustain strategic partnerships with organisations supporting the Shea industry, including USAID, West Africa Trade Hub, Ghana COCOBOD, and related bodies.
Maintain other external relationships as required by management or the Board.
Size and Scope
Direct management of sectional officers.
Influence extends across all aspects of factory operations.
Required Qualifications and Competencies
Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field, with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a senior supply chain role; or
Professional qualification in Supply Chain or Operations Management with at least five (5) years of continuous experience in planning, production, or supply management.
Technical and Professional Skills
Manufacturing and production management experience
Strong business and financial management skills
Project management and resource planning expertise
People management and industrial relations experience
Budgetary control and cost management
Knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality assurance legislation
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to think strategically, influence organisational direction, and act as a change catalyst, with proven experience in leading or facilitating change initiatives.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV via email to info@pbcsheagh.com before 19 February 2026. Please indicate the job title in the subject line of your email. Read more about PBC Shea Limited on our Website, Pbcsheagh.com