Nutrition Advisor

About the Role and Company

Nestlé Nigeria Plc., part of the world's largest Food and Beverage company, is hiring Nutrition Advisors across various locations in Nigeria on a one-year contract basis. The company's core mission is to enhance life quality and promote healthier futures.

Position Summary

The Nutrition Advisor will provide accurate, science-based information related to infant nutrition to Health Care Professionals (HCPs) within designated territories. This will be performed adhering strictly to WHO, local, and organizational codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trustworthy source of information regarding infant nutrition products.
• Develop and nurture strategic relationships with key Health Care Professionals.
• Identify opportunities to fulfill service level satisfaction based on local needs.
• Advise on investment decisions and plan activities targeting potential HCPs.
• Detect obstacles affecting performance in territories and offer viable solutions.
• Monitor progress and adapt strategies to meet objectives.
• Support implementation of the WHO Management System.
• Maintain and update HCP contact lists, ensuring call frequency meets agreed standards for efficient coverage.
• Plan and conduct territory coverage via cycle detailing and other marketing tactics prescribed by management.
• Carry out trade compliance checks regarding WHO/local codes, product availability, market hygiene, completeness of product ranges, and report on competitor activities, stock, and pricing.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma in Nutrition/Dietetics, Food Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Medical Sciences, or related scientific fields.
• Experience ranging from none up to two years in a similar capacity.
• Sound understanding of WHO/local codes on infant nutrition.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, especially with expecting mothers.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply nutrition standards and relevant product knowledge.
• Effective time management, organizational capabilities, and planning skills.
• Proficient communication and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership, influencing skills, and excellent interpersonal relations.
• Proactive, creative, and initiative-driven approach.
• Adaptable and flexible to changing environments.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Information

This position is a one-year contractual role hired by Nestlé Nigeria. The company is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusivity without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, nationality, disability, or any other legally protected status.