Job For Chief Operating Officer In A Renowned Supply Chain/Project Management Company
Myrtle Management Consultants Limited - Our client, a Global Supply Chain and Project Management company. They represent the world’s leading OEMs and operate in four major industries such as the Oil & Gas, Power, Cement, Water & Waste Water related industries. A Nigerian company with global reach, they are a leading partner to Nigeria’s Oil & Gas Sector. As they are rapidly developing an international presence and growing international reputation in the global market.
They are seeking the expertise of a well-seasoned candidate to join the team in the vacant position below:
Job Title: Chief Operating Officer
Location: Nigeria
Summary of Role
- The Chief Operating Officer (COO) supports the work of the Company's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) focusing on the establishment and optimization of day-to-day operations in the Company.
- A senior management position, the role is for seasoned and qualified professional with visionary leadership skills in business development, project management, consulting, training, organizational development, strategic planning, and change management in managing the company's operations; willing and eager to take on risky and difficult assignments and driven by results.
- The holder must be an accomplished leader and team builder with strong and consistent record of improving operational performance of projects. Has track record of demonstrated problem-solving capabilities with workout and turn-around skills enabling new business projects to be implemented.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring delivery of the key management reports with focus on operational and financial reporting as well as budgeting process management. Providing financial insight for day to day operations and coordination of relevant matters to ensure that proper decision-making takes place.
- Supervise and control all strategic and business aspects of the company and responsible for giving the proper strategic direction as well as creating a vision for success.
- Enforce adherence to legal guidelines and in-house policies to maintain the company’s legality and business ethics
- Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth
- Lead and motivate subordinates to advance employee engagement develop a high performing managerial team
- Maintain a deep knowledge of the markets and industry of the company
- Develop high quality business strategies and plans ensuring their alignment with short-term and long-term objectives
- Planning and management of projects
- Oversee all operations and business activities to ensure they produce the desired results and are consistent with the overall strategy and mission
- Manage revenue, expenses and external financing to maintain the consistent growth of the business
- Ensure that expenditures of the Company are within the authorized annual budget of the Company
- Identify and select Products/Technologies/Vendors/Service Providers/Tools to convert opportunities in to revenue streams and manage operations of system segment
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the Company within Nigeria, the West African territory and other international locations in accordance with the strategic plan and operating and capital budgets outlined from time to time by the Company.
- Directing and coordinating all operations and activities in accordance with policies, goals and objectives established by the Chairman, Board of Directors and the management of the Company.
- Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations with adherence to high ethical standards.
- Assisting the MD/CEO, Chairman and the Board of Directors in developing and overseeing the implementation of long-term business strategies as well as fundraising ventures for the Company and participating in any expansion or restructuring activities (including investments, divestments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.) of the Company
- Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with various governmental officials, regulatory agencies and partners to stay abreast of political, legislative, commercial and civil events that may impact on projects and establishing a professional image for the Company.
- Build trust relations with key partners and stakeholders and act as a point of contact for important shareholders
Qualifications, Skills and Competencies
- Proven track record in developing and implementing operations system, policies, processes and procedures
- Strong Project Management skills
- Strong Resource Planning Skills
- Strong Financial Management and budgeting skills
- Internal Client Management Skills
- In-depth understanding of process improvement and optimization disciplines, tools and techniques
- Strong ability to balance between long- and short-term objectives
- Demonstrate strong intrapreneurial skills
- Proven track record in change management
- Demonstrate team building and line management skills
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication, and influencing skills
- Minimum 15 years of experience in an Executive/ Senior management position
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline or MBA
- Exposure to international countries/organization will be advantage
- Experience in an Engineering Products/Capital Equipment/Project based organization preferred.
- Proven experience as senior managerial position within the Oil & Gas, Power, Water & Waste Water related industries will be an added advantage
- Proven track records in the Operations Management
- Proven track record in managing multiple operations department
What You Can Expect by Joining the Team
- A competitive salary and benefits. The opportunity to work with an exceptional team of people who are bright, creative, courageous and have a passion for what they do.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications with relevant supporting documents to:
[email protected] With the position of "COO" as the subject of the e-mail.
Application Deadline 31st March, 2019.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted subsequently.