Our client, a pace-setter in freight forwarding, project logistics management and shipping management, is looking to recruit a Managing Director, who has strong organizational leadership, commercial, operations and general business acumen, to lead the business.
Job Description
- Overseeing the entire business: headquarters, upcountry divisions and reports directly to the Chairman
- Implementation and achievement of corporate and financial objectives
- Research and industry analysis, market, and competitor analysis to make informed strategic decisions
- Creating initiatives to exploit market opportunities, reduce operational threats, forestall business risks, and maximize core strengths to optimally realize the organization’s potential
- Build and lead an effective executive team towards achieving the corporate objective of the company
- Develop strategic direction and plans for the company with regard to all core business functions including sales/ business development, operations, finance, Human Resources
- Develop short and long-term plans and budgets for the department and its activities, monitor progress, assure adherence, and evaluate performance
- Ensure that the operating objectives and standards of performance are understood but owned by all levels of employees
- Closely monitor the operating and financial results against plans and budgets
- Co-ordinate in-depth analysis, follow up on key customers and work closely in concert with all Business Managers
- Represent the company to key / major customers and professional associations
EDUCATION/ PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Bachelor's degree required. Master in Business Administration is preferred and any other certification within the Shipping & Logistics Industry
JOB REQUIREMENT
- Not less than 10years in Executive Management capacity in a Freight Forwarding company
- Experience with commercial management and bidding is key
- Project Management for Oil & Gas projects is also required
- Knowledge in offshore Marine Support logistics and Nigeria Ports Operations
- (45-55 years of age will be ideal)
SKILLS
- Leadership abilities
- Organisational skills
- Analytical skills
- Strategic thinking
- Critical thinking abilities
- Complex problem solving
- Effective decision making
- Project management
- Productivity management
- Business development
- Management experience is a requirement
- Visionary leadership
- Ability to motivate a workforce
- Effective management and delegation
- Communication and negotiation
- PR and presentation skills
- Understanding of a multi-faceted business operation
- Strong financial acumen
- Planning and forecasting
- In depth knowledge of markets and changing business environments
What We Do
Fosad Consulting is an independent cross-industry HR and Engineering consulting firm. We partner with international and local companies seeking to accelerate the growth of their businesses by providing solutions that drive their businesses to succeed. Our solutions cater to multiple industries, including the oil and gas, financial services, telecommunications, transport, hospitality, healthcare and retail; and our projects are supported by professionals who have proven that they have what it takes to deliver against the odds to delight our clients.
For over 20 years we have provided hands-on solutions to a number of global brands, hence we understand how they work, their expectations, as well as the need to constantly provide services that are top-notch and meet the required global standards.
We are a leading provider of specialist Outsourcing solutions that extend to HR Services, Engineering, Expatriate Management protocols, Procurement, Learning & development interventions, Oil & Gas, and a host of services to some of the world’s most interesting brands.
We are proud members of the Nigerian American Chamber of Commerce – a foremost organisation that seeks to bridge the gap between Nigerian businesses and their counterparts in the United States. We are also registered members of the Networking with the United States of America (NUSA) program; under the auspices of the US Commercial Service initiative in Nigeria.
Part of our commitment to customer service means giving our clients honest, straightforward and, sometimes, even difficult advice. At Fosad we know you can’t afford to get it wrong and that’s why we do everything to make sure you get it right.
