Chief Operations Officer at Velvot
Velvot
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Chief Operations Officer
Job Summary
The Chief Operations Officer will serve as the primary operational expert responsible for streamlining workflows, improving inter-departmental collaboration, and ensuring the smooth, efficient execution of core business processes across IT, Marketing, Sales, Admin, and Finance.
This role requires a strong background in IT and process methodology to implement technological and procedural changes that increase productivity and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Process Optimization and Compliance
- Workflow Streamlining: Analyze, map, and redesign core business processes (e.g., Lead-to-Opportunity, Quote-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay) to eliminate bottlenecks and optimize efficiency across all departments
- System Integration: Work with department heads and the IT team to ensure CRM, ERP, and Marketing Automation tools are properly integrated and configured to support efficient, measurable workflows
- Best Practice Implementation: Implement and enforce operational best practices and process frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma, ITIL) company-wide to standardize delivery and quality
- Compliance & Risk: Ensure operational procedures adhere to internal policies and relevant regulatory requirements, mitigating operational risks
Cross-Functional Management and Reporting
- KPI Tracking: Define, monitor, and report on key operational performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to Sales, Marketing, IT, and Finance, providing actionable insights to department managers
- Resource Allocation: Monitor resource utilization across key projects and operational activities, making recommendations to the CEO regarding technology and budgetary adjustments
- Operational Budget: Manage and forecast the operations department budget and contribute to expense control initiatives across the organization
IT Infrastructure Alignment
- System Reliability: Serve as the internal client for IT infrastructure and system performance