Branch Controller
Olam
- Lafia, Nasarawa State
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Contribute to the design and implementation of the business road map, as well as managing the procurement and supply chain strategy for the product(s), within the country
- You will demonstrate sound judgement within defined practices and policies and select techniques for obtaining solutions that will contribute to future results and successes
- Strong financial acumen, ability to read and comprehend tasks such as counterparty and credit risk management
- Developing and implementing business plans for the region, conducting reviews and briefing the team on organizational goals.
- Building the brand and its awareness and resolving customer problems as needed
- As a branch manager, you are responsible for the optimal utilization of country resources
- You will be required to support the implementation of required infrastructure as per the business plan and derive maximum capacity efficiencies by eliminating controllable losses
- Coordinate with appropriate regulatory bodies for obtaining permissions, and approvals
- Complying with all applicable laws and regulations for the industry within your region
- Assessing market conditions and identifying opportunities
- Adhering to high ethical and professional standards
- Ability to build teams - hiring, training, and developing team members
- Your market information and analysis would be critical in supporting the business head in trading and positional decisions
- Collaborate with key stakeholders involving formal business reviews and ongoing continuous improvement initiatives
- Managing team members and evaluating employee performance and providing feedback and guidance as needed
- Recognising employee achievements and encouraging excellence in the work environment
- An understanding of how, and the willingness to go the extra mile, to bring added business value. Self-driven with a strong result orientation.
- MBA with 1-3 years of post-qualification industry experience
- You should be able to communicate at all levels and have distinct leadership skills.
- Outstanding Organisation Skills along with an approach that pays attention to detail.
- Basic Computer Skills, Advanced Skills with Microsoft Office,
- Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills
- Previous experience in Sales, Supply chain and Operations would be a big positive.