Job Description
Olam Agri is a global leader in agribusiness, operating in over 30 countries and employing around 10,000 people. The company specializes in sustainable transformation of food, feed, and fiber, with strong presence across grains, rice, cotton, edible oils, and animal protein supply chains.
Olam Agri promotes an entrepreneurial culture with a flat hierarchy, offering employees direct access to senior leadership, structured career growth through programs like the Olam Learning Academy, and specialized Graduate Trainee Programs across fields such as engineering, finance, and marketing.
The company is currently hiring for multiple roles in Lagos and Kwara, Nigeria. Interested candidates should review the positions below and apply via the official channels.
Packing Manager
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Category: Engineering
Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
Experience: Minimum 5 years in packing operations, preferably in food, agricultural, or FMCG sectors
Role Overview:
The Packing Manager will oversee and optimize packing operations at Olam Agri’s Lagos facility. The role involves managing a packing team, ensuring adherence to quality standards, optimizing efficiency, and maintaining safety compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise packing schedules and operations to ensure timely completion.
- Lead, train, and monitor packing staff performance.
- Maintain packing quality, minimize product damage, and reduce material waste.
- Collaborate with Production, Warehouse, and Logistics teams.
- Implement process improvements and maintain packing equipment.
- Monitor KPIs, packing costs, and operational efficiency.
Requirements:
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of packing methods, materials, and safety procedures.
- Fluency in English; local language skills are a plus.
Treasury Analyst
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Category: Finance
Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; ACA/ACCA or CTP is a plus
Experience: 2–4 years in treasury, trade finance, or banking operations in Nigeria
Role Overview:
The Treasury Analyst will manage cash flow, trade finance, FX transactions, and banking operations, ensuring liquidity for procurement, production, and exports while optimizing costs and mitigating financial risks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare daily cash positions and weekly cashflow forecasts.
- Manage Form M applications, PAAR issuance, and CBN compliance.
- Handle FX transactions and exposure management.
- Maintain banking relationships and optimize banking costs.
- Operate treasury systems, ensure regulatory compliance, and prepare monthly reports.
Requirements:
- Proficient in ERP systems and Excel.
- Strong knowledge of CBN FX policies and Nigerian banking regulations.
Plant Manager
Location: Kwara, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Category: Engineering
Qualifications: Engineering degree from a reputable college
Experience: 15–20 years in plant management within FMCG; experience in biscuits, wafers, or bakery manufacturing preferred
Role Overview:
The Plant Manager will lead day-to-day plant operations, covering production, processing, quality, engineering, and QEHS. The role ensures cost-efficient, high-quality output while maintaining industrial relations and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage production activities, optimize costs, and monitor line efficiencies.
- Oversee QEHS initiatives and ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, FSSC, BRC, ISO 14000).
- Lead engineering projects, maintenance schedules, and cost control programs.
- Manage industrial relations and labor productivity.
- Plan and implement budgets for labor, energy, materials, and overheads.
Requirements:
- Strong leadership and team management experience.
- Proven expertise in plant operations, process optimization, and cost management.
- Extensive knowledge of FMCG plant operations and safety standards.