Deputy Chief Operating Officer at Ama-Zuma Group

About the Role

An established company is seeking a Deputy Chief Operating Officer to join its leadership team. This is a strategic position responsible for overseeing operational excellence and driving business growth across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing operational strategies to drive business growth, efficiency, and profitability
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company, including production, supply chain, and logistics
• Establish operational goals, metrics, and KPIs to measure performance and monitor progress
• Collaborate with senior executives to align operational activities with overall business objectives
• Lead and mentor operational teams, providing guidance, direction, and support to ensure optimal performance
• Evaluate existing processes, systems, and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization
• Implement best practices, standards, and methodologies to streamline operations and enhance productivity
• Manage operational budgets, expenses, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and minimize costs
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes to anticipate challenges and opportunities
• Lead organizational change initiatives, transformation projects, and business process reengineering efforts
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and industry best practices
• Resolve operational issues, challenges, and conflicts in a timely and effective manner
• Communicate operational performance, achievements, and challenges to senior management and stakeholders
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence throughout the organization

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field; MBA preferred
• Proven experience in senior leadership roles, with a focus on operations management
• 18+ years of proven experience in Oil & Gas downstream
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Location

Lagos, Nigeria