Country Manager at Smollan

Smollan – We are a global commerce solutions company. We work at the pivot point where retailer, brand owner and shopper intercept. We help our clients achieve faster and scalable growth through planning, executing, measuring and reporting on all aspects of commerce.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Country Manager

Reference No.: SMWA-29
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Permanent

Description

• We are searching for exceptional Country Manager for our business in Nigeria who will oversee the operations, develop the business and increase profitability whilst ensuring increased market share and client satisfaction through operational excellence.
• Further, to take accountability for the growth of clients and thus Smollan through the provision of value adding retail solutions.

Responsibilities
As a Country Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Operational Strategy and Tactical Plans within the Country
• Management of Operational Objectives
• Achievement of Profitability, Targets and Sustainability
• Financial Management and Budgeting
• Stakeholder Management and Client Engagement

Requirements
To qualify for this role, you should have:

• 8-10 years relevant experience, with at least 5 years’ experience as a senior resource within an FMCG organisation.
• Hold a completed relevant tertiary degree. Business/Sales qualification preferable.
• Demonstrable leadership ability
• In-depth knowledge of legal requirements relevant to the country
• Knowledge of labour legislation
• Broad understanding of local business operating models
• Financial acumen
• Commercial acumen
• Planning & organising skills
• Project management skills
• Risk management
• Communication skills (verbal & written)
• Ability to deal with complexity
• Persuasion skills
• Negotiation skills
• High levels of integrity and dependability.

What’s in it For You?

• Robust benefits package
• Opportunity to work within an international organisation and effect change and key levels of our operations.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.