Ambassador Ahmed Alex Omah

The world of packaging is constantly evolving, and the organisations at the forefront of this transformation are the World Packaging Organization, African Packaging Organization, and Advanced Institute of Packaging Professionals of Nigeria. World Packaging Organization. {Better Quality of Life through Better Packaging for more People} African Packaging Organization {A World of Quality Packaging for Africa} The Advanced Institute of Packaging Professionals of Nigeria, or AIOPPN, is the Nigerian country member of the World Packaging Organisation. The Institute aims to promote the development and advancement of packaging technology, science, and engineering in Nigeria. The AIOPPN regularly conducts seminars, workshops, and training programmes to educate individuals and organisations on the importance of sustainable packaging, packaging design, and waste management. People Recycling Waste The Advanced Institute of Packaging Professionals of Nigeria also collaborates with the Nigerian government and other stakeholders to develop and implement policies to improve the packaging industry in Nigeria. Awareness & Interest We create awareness and generate interest in good and effective packaging services. Professional Training We provide professional packaging training to organisations and individuals. Technical Advice We provide technical advice on packaging standards and related issues. Disseminate information We disseminate information on packaging trends and developments. Research & Development We encourage research & the development of cost-effective & environmentally friendly packaging. Focal Point We serve as a focal point for packaging-related information and advice.

The Institute of Packaging Nigeria (IOPN) was incorporated on the 4-Aug- 2005 in Abuja, Nigeria with the Corporate Affairs Commission - RC630559. IoPN was Inaugurated on 8-Feb-2006 at Sheraton Hotels & Towers -Lagos. It is a non-profit, non-governmental, association of Packaging professionals, enthusiasts, Packaging Industries, and interested organisations including SMEs, Universities, Governmental organisations in Nigeria to promote the Art & Science of Packaging in all its ramifications. OBJECTIVES To provide Professional online Packaging Education, Technical Seminars with Packaging industry support, workshops & Exhibitions to assist in raising the Packaging Standards in Nigeria. Provide Packaging information for Packaging Professional in Nigeria & Globally To collaborate with Government and organized private sectors in setting up and maintaining coordinated Packaging standards in Nigeria To provide consultancy services for SMEs to boost the performance of the local industries and export To create excellent opportunities for networking as well as for informed discussion on current topics of interest to all professionals, Packager, Packaging industries, Government, and the concerned group as a whole

Graphics, packaging development and media communications

The Nigeria Packaging Journal is a Premier publication of the Nigeria Packaging Industry from the GRAPHICS PACKAGING COMMUNICATIONS LLC for Institute of Packaging Nigeria, a full member of World Packaging Organisation and founding member of African Packaging Organisation. Nigeria Packaging journal both print and online version has readership cross wide over urban communities in Nigeria and nations over the world. The Journal is fast becoming popular among the packaging experts, investing and consuming public, with over 10,000 subscribers who also visit our website, www.nigeriapackaging.com for invaluable information on packaging and related investment intelligence products and materials.

Projects

 Use SAP ERP systems to manage stock inventory levels, delivery times and transport costs.  Use SAP ERP systems to coordinate and control production order against inventory.  SAP ERP systems to evaluate performance and quality and to plan improvements.  Manage staff, allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs, manage staff training issues; motivate other members of the team;  Liaise and negotiate with customers and suppliers.  Continually try to improve and develop business performance within the constraints of legislation, fuel costs and rising environmental pressures.  Oversee the transportation of finished goods from production site to consumer to client.  Develop and implement a logistics process.  Inventory goods that arrive from manufacturer.  Review and approve purchase orders, with stock requisition.  Handle incoming raw materials.  Devise routes for vehicles and Deploy truck drivers.  Monitor progress of major shipments to ensure receipt.  Collaborate with marketing executives to ensure that new products reach the Customers as at delivery dates the optimal time.  Ensure goods are stored properly and at the right temperature.  Decide appropriate quantities of items to stock, ensure inventory maintains optimal levels.

# Using SAP – ERP for planning – preparing production orders. Setting quality standards and estimating timescales. # Monitoring production schedules and adjusting them if problems occur. # Managing supervisors, organizing staff and making sure targets are met.

 Increases management's effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining managers; communicating values, strategies, and objectives; assigning accountabilities; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; developing incentives; developing a climate for offering information and opinions; providing educational opportunities.  Coordinates efforts by establishing procurement, production, marketing, and technical services policies and practices; coordinating actions with corporate staff.  Builds company image by collaborating with customers, government, and employees; enforcing ethical business practices.  Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.  Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.  Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.  Planning and organizing production schedules.  Assessing project and resources requirements.  Estimating, negotiating and agreeing timescales with clients and managers.  Determining quality control standards.  Overseeing production processes.  running production trials and tests to make sure the packaging meets customers specification  Working with graphic designers on the artwork, to make sure it fits in with the customers’ marketing and branding for their product

 Coordinates gravure and offset Printing of Paper and Paperboard (Labels & Mono Cartons), schedules, facilitates and monitors printing and production;  creates and implements an accountability system for each phase of the production schedule to insure the timely completion and availability of projects;  Generate daily/weekly/Monthly performance & Production report on equipment and Material  Provides consultation and assistance to clients during project development regarding the printing production process including how to coordinate and facilitate the project’s requirements in a timely manner,  Oversee Import-export department duties viz: LC, document of shipments to ensure that they are in compliance with customs rules and regulations. Liaise with insurance  Advise on tariffs, insurance, and shipments according to a tariff coding system.  Consulting with customs to ease passage of shipments through customs.  Tracking shipment.

Planning – preparing orders, setting quality standards and estimating timescales and costs Control – monitoring production schedules and adjusting them if problems occur Supervision – managing supervisors, organizing staff and making sure targets are met. Overseeing the installation and commissioning of new machineries Responsible for Welfare expatriates engineers.

This hands-on workshop is designed for all levels of industry professionals that have a role in managing packaging and related operations within their organizations seeking a formal background in packaging concepts. WELCOME FROM THE DIRECTOR OF THE SCHOOL OF PACKAGING INTRODUCTION TO PACKAGING (a.k.a. PKG 101) TOUR OF PACKAGING BUILDING: Materials Section 1: GLASS AND METAL: Materials Section 2: PAPER AND PAPERBOARD Materials Section 2: PAPER AND PAPERBOARD LABORATORY TOUR AND DEMONSTRATION Materials Section 3: PLASTICS IN PACKAGING Materials Section 3: PLASTICS IN PACKAGING LABORATORY TOUR AND DEMONSTRATIONS PACKAGING AND BRANDING: The Future of Packaging VIRTUAL PACKAGE DESIGN PROTOTYPE LABORATORY LABELS, CLOSURES, PRINTING PACKAGING SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES PACKAGING MACHINERY and PACKAGING MACHINERY LABORATORY TOUR and DEMONSTRATION HUMAN FACTOR IN PACKAGING PACKAGING SUSTAINABILITY DISTRIBUTION DYNAMICS DISTRIBUTION DYNAMICS LABORATORY SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT