Managing Director - Expatriate

Job Introduction

Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by a food & beverage distribution company to recruit an expatriate Managing Director.The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Responsibilities

The Managing Director will manage the Company based in Nigeria.

He will manage the business development.

The Managing Director has to be an entrepreneurial, autonomous, ambitious, determined profile with proven track in distribution management.

• Responsibility for overall company budget /Achieve revenue and profit margin targets/ strict implementation.
• Responsible for defining the commercial, financial and logistics strategy of the company to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Main focus on business development.
• Responsible for planning and execution of all marketing activities in Nigeria.
• Responsible for providing regular analysis of existing and future customer needs so as to anticipate future sales and business opportunities.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining positive relationships with key decision makers within potential future customers.
• Responsible for drawing up and implementation of business Plan and strategies
• To be a driving force in the development and promulgation of best practice, standards and codes of practice

Desired Skills and Experience

• Master's degree is required. MBA will be a plus.
• Excellent record of achievement, in a dynamic corporate setting
• Ability to think and act strategically whilst maintaining a pragmatic perspective
• Notable successes in managing and developing FMCG distribution business in Nigeria / Africa
• Experienced to business and political relationships and establishing long-term partnerships
• Strong influencing style and executive presence; articulate and confident
• Collaborative, outgoing, creative and a team player

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.