General Manager in Lagos State

Job Description

URGENT!!!

Our client, a leading Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) company in Nigeria, serving domestic, commercial, and industrial customers nationwide is recruiting to fill the following roles:

ROLE: General Manager, Commercial and Supply Chain

Location: Lagos; Salary: 1.5 – 1.8 Monthly net with bonus and commission.

Role summary: You will oversee all activities across the organization’s end-to-end supply chain. You will be responsible for managing and coordinating resources to ensure seamless, efficient, and effective operations, while driving optimal business performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Strategic Supply Chain Management: Analyze and evaluate challenges in the supply chain, developing actionable plans to eliminate or minimize impacts.
• Product Movement & Inventory Optimization: Organize, track, and balance product movements to ensure inventory optimization in line with supply and demand.
• Contract Execution & Compliance: Ensure flawless execution of contracts and charter parties, adhering to governmental regulations and company guidelines.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Assess and mitigate risks associated with operations, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Cargo Operations Management: Manage cargo operations, including scheduling, loading, blending, and off-spec issues to ensure operational efficiency.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the liaison with surveyors, terminal operators, vessel owners, brokers, port agents, and trade finance teams.
• Financial Security & Compliance: Ensure that all financial securities and documentary requirements are in place before transferring title to customers.
• Operational Data Management: Update operational data in trading systems in real-time, ensuring accurate information flow for decision-making.

• Post-Deal Support: Provide support on settlements, demurrage claims, and customs clearance processes.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Effectiveness of supply chain operations, with a focus on minimizing stockouts.
• Efficiency in stock monitoring and resupply plans.
• Timeliness and accuracy in financial and management reporting.
• Effectiveness of internal control measures.
• Minimized audit issues and effective resolution of operational problems.
• Staff satisfaction levels, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commercial, Logistics, Economics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Professional Accreditation: Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transportation (UK) certification is preferred.
• Experience: 10 to 15 years of experience in the trading business within the Oil & Gas industry or a closely related sector. Extensive knowledge of business strategy and its interconnection with logistics is essential.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to talent@strategichireafrica.com with the subject title, “GM, Commercial and Supply Chain.”

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