CEO

Job Description : CEO NIGERIA The CEO will be responsible for leading the overall business with complete accountability for P&L, growth, operations, manufacturing, and strategic development. The role requires a commercially strong and hands-on leader who can manage a complex manufacturing business and work closely with the promoters and senior leadership team. Key Responsibilities Lead the overall business with full P&L responsibility. Develop and execute business strategy to drive revenue, profitability, and long-term growth. Oversee manufacturing and processing operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost optimization. Lead functions including operations, sales, finance, procurement, supply chain, HR, and administration. Drive capacity expansion, process improvement, and operational excellence initiatives. Develop strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, financial institutions, and other stakeholders. Monitor market trends and identify new business and growth opportunities. Establish strong performance management systems and business KPIs. Ensure effective risk management, compliance, and corporate governance. Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing management team. Report business performance and strategic initiatives to the Board / Promoters. Skills and Experience Candidate Profile 15–20 years of overall experience with significant leadership experience. Proven experience in processing or manufacturing is mandatory. Experience managing a medium-to-large scale manufacturing / processing business with P&L ownership. Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain, procurement, sales, and commercial functions. Proven ability to drive business growth, profitability, and operational transformation. MBA from a premier institute is mandatory/preferred. Strong leadership, communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working in Africa / Nigeria or other emerging markets will be an advantage. Willingness to be based in Lagos, Nigeria. Key Competencies P&L Management Manufacturing & Processing Operations Business Strategy Commercial Leadership Supply Chain & Procurement Operational Excellence Financial Acumen Team Leadership Stakeholder Management Business Transformation

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