Operations Manager at Sahel Group

Location:  Ibadan, Nigeria

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the division, ensuring that it is efficiently and effectively managed
• Actively track the inflow and outflow, and use of funds within the organization, ensuring transparency and accountability
• Provide weekly, monthly and quarterly reports on the division’s activities, sales and financial results to the General Manager and CEO.
• Oversee the activities of the field and sales team members to achieve results, and drive sales growth and profitability
• Engage and manage relationships with potential and current customers
• Institute effective systems, controls and standard operating procedures to ensure world-class operations
• Engage in all other tasks related to the establishment and growth of the division

Qualifications and requirements

• At least a BsC in accounting, finance, business management, economics and other related courses
• At least five years of work experience in a related role
• Strong managerial skills, with clear evidence of execution ability
• Strong sales, marketing and financial management skills
• Exceptional public speaking and communication (oral, written, reading, listening) skills
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record of effective judgment and making beneficial strategic decisions.
• Demonstrated leadership, management and coordination skills
• Ability to effectively work under stress and deadline pressure
• A self-starter with proven ability to work with limited supervision
• Passion for the Nigerian agriculture sector
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally, when necessary.