A Rewarding Career for you in an expanding FMCG/Agribusiness Company in Kaduna State, Nigeria
The company is an integrated farm business, with forward integration into the conversion of the farm’s product to FMCG products such as Fresh Milk, Yoghurt and different variants of fruit juice. The company is one of the few companies manufacturing fruit juices from natural raw fruits, which are grown organically on the farm’s orchard. The company is also involved in poultry, livestock and feed milling operations
Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Fruit juice and Diary Manufacturing Company – Kaduna State
Job description
PURPOSE
This position is responsible to the Board of Directors.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Key Performance Areas:
Creates annual operating plans that support strategic direction set by the board and correlate with annual operating budgets; submits annual plans to the board for approval
Collaborates with the board to define and articulate the organization’s vision and to develop strategies for achieving that vision
Provide day-to-day leadership and management to the organization that mirrors the adopted mission and core values of the company.
Responsible for driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow and business goals and objectives.
Develops and monitors strategies for ensuring the long-term financial viability of the organization
Participate in the development of the corporation’s plans and programs as a strategic partner.
Evaluate and advise on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory action.
Spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes
Oversees staff in developing annual budgets that support operating plans and submits budgets for board approval
Prudently manages the organization’s resources within budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations
Provides prompt, thorough, and accurate information to keep the board appropriately informed of the organization’s financial position
Enhance and/or develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation.
Establish credibility throughout the organization and with the Board as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges.
Serves as the primary spokesperson and representative for the organization
Assures that the organization and its mission, programs, and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders
Actively advocates for the organization, its beliefs, and its programmatic efforts
Acts as a liaison between the organization and the community, building relationships with peer organizations when appropriate
Motivate and lead a high performance management team; attract, recruit and retain required members of the executive team not currently in place; provide mentoring as a cornerstone to the management career development program.
Employment and compliance to regulatory concerns and reporting;
Company-wide committee facilitation including planning, production, staff and Board of Directors, including arranging meetings and agendas, attending and minuting meetings;
Promotes a culture that reflects the organization’s values, encourages good performance, and rewards productivity
Hires, manages, and fires the human resources of the organization according to authorized personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations:
Monitor and manage all direct reports effectively and ensure an adequate performance management and improvement systems are in place.
Oversees the operations of organization and manages its compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Creates and maintains procedures for implementing plans approved by the board of directors
Direct and participate in acquisition and growth activities to support overall business objectives and plans.
Participate in capital market development, including participation in road shows, bank meetings, analyst meetings, and more.
All other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience in strategic planning and execution. Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management. Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures. Experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources. Ability to analyse and interpret financial data. Ability to identify and secure funding/revenue sources.
Knowledge of public relations principles and practices. Knowledge of communication and public relation techniques. Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.
Bachelors’ degree required with a ccombination of the completion of a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance. Additional qualification with a specialization in Marketing would be an added advantage.
15 years of well-rounded experience in managing operations/marketing and business development/Supply Chain Management experience in in the FMCG/Food Beverages/Juice/Diary products with a focus on marketing expansion and identifying emerging market trends with a complete understanding of marketing channels, distribution system, supply chain, product handling
5 – 8 years of leadership experience as CEO/Business Head in FMCG manufacturing
Experience in the Nigerian Food/Beverage distribution is highly desirable.
Willing to work in Kaduna/ upcountry location
Requires advanced verbal and written communications skills in English, in addition to effective interpersonal skills. Knowledge of local language will be a definite advantage.
Direct reports to this position:
All Employees of the organisation from COO, CFO, CMO, Farm Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager, Factory Manager, HR Manager
This position reports directly to the Board of Directors
Requires advanced verbal and written communications skills in English, in addition to effective interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
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