MANAGING DIRECTOR

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.

• 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