Graduate Trainee Program

Company Description

Sika Manufacturing Nigeria Limited is a subsidiary of SIKA Group, headquartered in Switzerland. Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for construction and industry.

Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. With around 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.2 billion in 2023.

Job Description

Are you a recent graduate?

Are you looking to kickstart your career in the inner workings of the Construction Chemical Industry?

Then you are in the right place; Sika Nigeria’s Graduate Trainee Sales Track is designed to equip individuals with hands-on-training that will enable you build a successful career in Sales.

This 12-month program, through a swap experience across different business functions, such as; Distribution, Sales, Marketing, Finance, R&D, you will learn the operations of the business as well as the ins and outs of the products sold. Best of all, you will develop the skill sets and mindsets needed to become the transformative leader that the world needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree/HND with a minimum of Second-Class Degree (2.2) in Architecture/ Building Technology, /Engineering (Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Industrial Engineering).
• A minimum of 5 credits in WAEC (including Mathematics and English) in one sitting.
• Must have completed National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme.
• Not exceeded 27 years of age at the time of application
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Proactive, energetic, service and customer oriented.
• Good communication skills, and teamwork spirit.
• Must be open to relocation (within Nigeria).

Additional Information

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, paid time off and paid holidays

Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their careers.

Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day. 

Community Involvement: Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back. 

Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability

Upon completion of Graduate Program, the opportunity to be absolved into a permanent position at Sika Nigeria.