Job Description

Company Overview

Jaza is a solar energy start-up working to power Sub-Saharan Africa. We build solar-powered shops which charge batteries customers use to power their homes. In 2022, we achieved over 1.5 million battery swaps, providing approximately 186,000 people access to clean, affordable energy.

We employ women from each community (known as Jaza Stars) to run the service, empowering our team to become leaders, entrepreneurs and drivers of economic growth within their communities. For more information on what we are building, check out www.jazaenergy.com and watch the video the BBC made about Jaza here.

We’ve already successfully entered the Nigerian market, piloted several sites here and will grow to hundreds of locations over the next year. To support this expansion, we’re planning to hire over 200 people over the next 6 months.

Position Overview

To support this rapid expansion, we’re seeking an exceptional leader in supply chain management. The Supply Chain Lead will oversee the efficient management of our supply chain processes. As we’re scaling up from tens of sites to hundreds in Nigeria, we’re looking for someone who can create an effective supply chain system and process to support this high-volume demand. This role provides an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain responsibility quickly and contribute directly to the critical growth stage of a business. 

We seek a process-driven individual who will play a pivotal role in overseeing both our inbound and outbound logistics process. This includes creating our importation strategy, overseeing certifications and documentation, last-mile transportation, and inventory management. You’ll help us create and optimize our supply chain to ensure the timely delivery and management of products in the field. The ideal candidate is someone with a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving continuous improvement. 

Role and responsibilities

• Create efficient systems and processes to distribute and manage our batteries at scale. 
• Manage and coordinate all aspects of our local supply chain, including inventory forecasting, management, and logistics. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and coordinate inventory planning. 
• Monitor and analyse supply chain performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead the country-level procurement and inbound logistics process, identifying opportunities for cost savings and process enhancements. 

Who you are

• You have an educational background in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business or related fields.
• Proven experience in supply chain management, preferably in a leadership role.
• Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes and proficiency in relevant software and ERP systems. 
• Good understanding of the Nigerian customs and import/export process. 
• Strong project management, data analysis and problem-solving skills.  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Comfortable in early-stage startup environments. You’re self-directed and take ownership and initiative. 
• You are excited about our mission of increasing access to energy and employment for women.

What we offer
 

• Be part of the most exciting growth phase of a company. 
• Work with great teammates in an international environment. Our team is spread across the USA, Canada, China, Tanzania, and Nigeria. You’ll be interfacing with our CTO, Country Lead, and Director of Operations regularly.
• Gain hands-on experience. Although we are a startup, we don’t expect you to just figure it out alone. You’ll be given lots of responsibility but also lots of support to help you succeed. 

How to Apply: Please submit your interest at this link