MANAGING DIRECTOR

Our client, a pace-setter in freight forwarding, project logistics management and shipping management, is looking to recruit a Managing Director, who has strong organizational leadership, commercial, operations and general business acumen, to lead the business. - Overseeing the entire business: headquarters, upcountry divisions and reports directly to the Chairman - Implementation and achievement of corporate and financial objectives - Research and industry analysis, market, and competitor analysis to make informed strategic decisions - Creating initiatives to exploit market opportunities, reduce operational threats, forestall business risks, and maximize core strengths to optimally realize the organization’s potential - Build and lead an effective executive team towards achieving the corporate objective of the company - Develop strategic direction and plans for the company with regard to all core business functions including sales/ business development, operations, finance, Human Resources - Develop short and long-term plans and budgets for the department and its activities, monitor progress, assure adherence, and evaluate performance - Ensure that the operating objectives and standards of performance are understood but owned by all levels of employees - Closely monitor the operating and financial results against plans and budgets - Co-ordinate in-depth analysis, follow up on key customers and work closely in concert with all Business Managers - Represent the company to key / major customers and professional associations EDUCATION/ PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION Bachelor's degree required. Master in Business Administration is preferred and any other certification within the Shipping & Logistics Industry JOB REQUIREMENT - Not less than 10years in Executive Management capacity in a Freight Forwarding company - Experience with commercial management and bidding is key - Project Management for Oil & Gas projects is also required - Knowledge in offshore Marine Support logistics and Nigeria Ports Operations - (45-55 years of age will be ideal)SKILLS - Leadership abilities - Organisational skills - Analytical skills - Strategic thinking - Critical thinking abilities - Complex problem solving - Effective decision making - Project management - Productivity management - Business development - Management experience is a requirement - Visionary leadership - Ability to motivate a workforce - Effective management and delegation - Communication and negotiation - PR and presentation skills - Understanding of a multi-faceted business operation - Strong financial acumen - Planning and forecasting - In depth knowledge of markets and changing business environments