Managing Director

Job Description : MD ZAMBIA 20+ years in FMCG out of which at least 8 in senior role African experience mandatory The Managing Director (MD) bears responsibility for controlling and overseeing all business operations, people and ventures for the overall success of the business. The MD is expected to be the strategist and a leader who is able to steer the company to the most profitable direction while also implementing its vision, mission and long-term goals. The MD is supported by the Country Director and board nominated officers to deliver agreed upon objectives and create sustainable shareholder value and profitability. This includes procurement decisions and or approvals, Capex expenditure and meeting schedules. The MD’s role includes regular board feedback. The board consists of representatives of the Group The MD is required to manage these different relationships in a manner that is transparent and in support of the achievement of mutually desirable outcomes. The MD’s performance will be evaluated twice annually through an HR committee chaired by the Country Director and with participation of a nominee. Key Responsibilities & Critical Success Measures Management of the Business Overall responsibility for the general running of the business at all times seeking to achieve objectives whilst maintaining the appropriate balance between opportunity and risk Ensures that an extremely high level of key account management and client retention is achieved Supports the financial management of the company including financial planning, cash-flow, and management reporting with the Finance Director Protects and furthers the company’s interests and its relationships with shareholders and other stakeholders Implements appropriate strategies and processes to ensure delivery of company targets. Implements procurement strategies, inclusive of raw materials, that best benefit the company. Keep abreast of commodity market prices and their movements so best decisions can be made. Participates in Quarterly Company Performance Reviews and Goal Setting & Planning meetings ensuring that key decisions are taken in the best interests of the company and joint venture partnership Adheres to all reporting requirements, and in addition, alerts ExCo to significant opportunities or risks as they arise Ensures the company runs in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures and the sharing of best practice with relevant stakeholders Chairs and directs management meetings on a regular schedule as required with all Heads of Departments to ensure that all aspects of the business are performing to target and put in place remedial measures where necessary Attends and contributes to forums as called Strategy & Tactical Implementation Primary contributor to the successful development and implementation of the company’s strategic plans and objectives in the designated regions Manages the business on a 90-day planning cycle Ensures compliance on regulatory, administrative and operational requirements in Zambia, and provide support on financial compliance requirements to the Finance Director and Group CFO according to lawful and ethical standards Implements, maintains and manages effective systems to monitor performance against targets and report on progress Assesses and manages business risk in Zambia and business sectors transparently Participates in Group business planning Leadership Maintains effective working relationships with the FWG Country Director/ExCo and joint venture key stakeholders Operates as a positive role model for the culture of the organisation Provides clear leadership and promote and foster a company culture consistent with agreed upon philosophies, character and focus Builds and maintains a high-performance culture through effective performance management, communication and coaching of staff, providing the necessary empowerment to deliver agreed objectives and plans Ensures effective capacity building through sound succession planning and workforce planning. Compliance Ensures the manufacture of products to specification, in conformance with stipulations on product formula and product design Ensures the operation of assets is in compliance with manufacturer’s warranties and regulatory requirements Reviews, monitors and actively contributes to the mitigation of risks Ensures asset management lifecycle plans are in place, managed and optimised Overall responsibility for the provision of Health & Safety for the company in accordance with Health & Safety policy and with the support of the company Health & Safety function. In carrying out this important duty the MD has the full backing of the Board. Continually ensures that practices, policies and strategy are in accordance with the company’s CSR objectives and actively participates in identifying ways to minimise the environmental impact Key Skills Strategy Clear definition of winning Commercial strategy and execution Production strategy and execution Active allocation of people and financial resources Organisational alignment Talent Culture Organisation Design Team and Processes Authentic Leadership Communication Decision-Making Organisational Rhythm Management Board and Governance Relationships Capabilities Effectiveness External Stakeholder Management Community Relations Local Authorities

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