Chief Executive Officer

Job Description : CEO NIGERIA FOR STEEL The incumbent shall manage the steel business of the group by developing a strategic road map that delivers value to all stakeholders. - Primary responsibilities would include profitable operations of the businesses, through cost optimization and lean supply chains that meet or exceed customer expectations. Strengthening of a performance driven work culture that builds an engaged work force that values integrity and team work, will be a major part of the Leadership agenda of this role. - Develop and execute long term road map based on Organizational Vision - Create a Product Plan based on market requirements, Group core competencies and the profitability analysis - Build and nurture relations with customers and provide them with best in class service - Analyse options for sourcing of raw materials, traded products and consumables and develop reliable supply chains that help meet both cost and delivery targets for the company - Examine and evaluate various options of technology solutions in the manufacturing space for the various units so as to meet the Quantity, Quality, Cost and Delivery targets of the organization - Increase the market size through increase in number of products being exported and also through increase in number of countries where products are exported - Through networking and market intelligence enhance the customer base - Analyse customer profile and market conditions so as to determine credit policy and terms therein in order to eliminate instances of bad debts - Deliver a Brand promise that builds customer loyalty and trust, thereby resulting in long term relationships. - Ensure cash flows in order to minimize borrowings for working capital requirements - Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation that help reduce costs, eliminate production bottlenecks, improve product quality and optimize product delivery - Ensure creation of safe and sustainable work environment - Undertake initiatives to enhance employee engagement and create high performing teams that deliver organizational results - Guide the leadership team to develop talent and provide growth opportunities for high performers - Identify market opportunities for new product launch and creation of brands therein - build launch plans and monitor execution - Represent the Group on various professional bodies and advocacy groups to further the business and enhance Group's image - Assist the Board on key aspects of Joint ventures, New product launch, Technology selection and Operations & Market strategy. - Educational Qualifications- Degree in Engineering, those with post graduate qualifications in Management will be preferred - Work experience - 25-30 years of experience in Steel industry, of which a minimum of 5 years should be at a senior leadership position in Operations and/or Sales and Marketing. Those having exposure to CEO/COO roles in medium size organizations, preferably in steel industry will be preferred. - Having prior exposure to Nigerian/West African markets will be an added advantage. Competencies and Skills: - Strong leadership skills - Good communicator - Ability to manage large teams - Good customer orientation and results orientation - Ability to drive Change - Should have exposure and in depth understanding of various steel making technologies

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