Deputy Chief Operating Officer at Ama-Zuma Group

About the Role

Ama-Zuma Group is seeking an experienced Deputy Chief Operating Officer to join our leadership team in Lagos, Nigeria. This senior position involves developing and executing operational strategies while overseeing day-to-day operations across production, supply chain, and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies to drive business growth, efficiency, and profitability
• Oversee day-to-day operations 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 and support to ensure optimal performance
• Evaluate existing processes, systems, and workflows to identify improvement opportunities
• 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

Required Qualifications

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