• Application Deadline:
• Position: Chief Operating Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 15 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
  

The Role

• We are looking for an experienced Chief Operating Officer or COO to oversee our organization’s ongoing operations and procedures.


• You will be the company’s second-in-command and responsible for the efficiency of business.


• The COO role is a key member of the senior management team, reporting only to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).


• You will have to maintain control of diverse business operations, so we expect you to be an experienced and efficient leader.


• If you also have excellent people skills, business acumen and exemplary work ethics, we would like to meet you.


• The goal of the COO position is to secure the functionality of business to drive extensive and sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and be accountable for business strategies, plans and procedures


• Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth


• Establish policies that promote company culture and vision


• Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives (Trucking, Freight, Business Development, Technology, Accounts, and Human Resources)


• Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication


• Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics


• Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance


• Assist CEO in fundraising ventures


• Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.)


• Manage relationships with partners/vendors

Requirements

• First Degree in a relevant discipline; MSc/MBA is a plus


• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in FMCG, Haulage, Freight, or 3PL


• Proven experience as Chief Operating Office or relevant role


• Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, and Technology


• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development


• Experience in fundraising will be a plus


• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics


• Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Office


• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities


• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills


• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving


• Professional membership of relevant association(s)