• Application Deadline: Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Chief Operating Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Travels & Tours 
  

Job Brief

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


• The ideal candidate will be responsible to secure the functionality of business to drive extensive and sustainable growth.


• The ideal candidate will be an experience leader who possesses excellent people skills, business acumen and exemplary work ethics.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures.


• Establishing policies that promote company culture and vision.


• Overseeing operations of the company and the work of executives.


• Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth.


• Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication.


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


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


• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of policies, rules and regulations of the industry and government.


• Manage relationships with partners and vendors.


• Keep abreast of market trends.


• Represent the business of industry events.


• Proactively increase sales by generating new business relationships.


• Developing quotes and proposals for prospective clients.


• Provide reporting intelligence to the business on sales performance.


• Work closely with the sales team to drive marketing initiatives.


• Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines.


• Analyze sales reports for key trends and provide weekly sales updates on activities and opportunities.


• Reach the revenue and profit targets.

Requirements and Skills

• Degree in Hospitality, Travel, Tourism, Business or relevant field. MSc/MBA is a plus.


• Proven years of working experience as a chief operating officer with a strong network of corporate bodies and organizations.


• Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, marketing etc.


• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development.


• Exemplary sales skills and customer oriented approach.


• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.


• Well versed in various areas of travel (domestic/international, business/holidays, group/individual etc).


• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.


• Ability to present, persuade and communicate effectively.


• Demonstrable ability to handle crises.