• Application Deadline: Mon, 26 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Operations Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
  

Description

• Vectar is looking for an experienced Operations Manager building startups, strong business acumen and an entrepreneurial attitude, reporting to the CEO.


• As a proven result-driven person, the Operations Manager will be leading the team for stellar performance.


• The ideal candidate will have knowledge of solar and renewable energy products or willingness to learn fast, and a proven track record in implementing successful growth strategies and leading teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and oversees strategic, operational, and administrative programs, projects, and/or services of broad significance to the organization


• Establishes and implements short- and long-range organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates programmatic and operational effectiveness, and effects changes required for improvement.


• Provides strategic advice and recommendations to leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of new or modified operating policies, practices, and procedures within the specified functional area of focus.


• Analyzes, designs, documents, and implements internal reporting systems and procedures for the organization or business entity, within specified functional area of operation, as applicable to the specified functional area of focus.


• Manages and/or provides day-to-day operations and leadership to various technical, professional, and/or administrative personnel engaged in specified project activities, as appropriate to the position.


• May represent the organization to governmental agencies, funding agencies, national organizations, and/or the general public; may represent the principal executive at various community and/or business meetings, as assigned.


• The role covers risk management, people management, work management, resource management as well as being in synchronization with clients and stakeholders.


• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the faultless execution of projects


• Ensure that the projects are delivered on time, within the scope, and within budget


• Oversee finance activities and operations including reporting .


• Ensure quality assurance on all products before reaching customers and ensure that they are well packaged and delivered appropriately


• Ensure end to end logistics compliance of products to customers


• Oversee internal development with software and hardware teams


• Coordinate team for grant applications and business development


• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following experience, skills and qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, Management or any equivalent/related courses. A Master’s degree is desirable.


• At least 2 years of Operations Management experience – preferably of a startup


• Demonstrated experience collaborating and working with corporate departments and operation teams


• Executive presence - polished, professional, and able to communicate with all levels of employees and executives.


• Excellent interpersonal skills - able to effectively communicate ideas to internal and external partners of various backgrounds and levels.


• Collaboration skills - able to effectively work with others of diverse roles, levels, and backgrounds.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure.


• Problem solver - can identify the problem quickly and find a solution


• Data-Driven Decision making - quick and apt decision-making is expected


• Professional values


• Speed of innovation, Output oriented, Real impact - the ability to utilize the time and resources in an optimal way to get the best possible outcome


• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.


• Ability to understand and follow directions.


• Time management skills and organizational skills.


• Owner mentality and an entrepreneurial drive


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power-point) and Google tools.


• Excellent communications skills and the ability to effectively advise senior leadership


• Good problem-solving skills required


• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.