Country Manager Ref: AT-038560 at APM Terminals

Job Description

•     Nigeria is one of the fastest growing economies in Africa and APMT's container terminals are key infrastructural sites facilitating this growth.
•     APM Terminals is seeking a qualified and experienced Country Manager with strong leadership ability who can drive APM Terminals' ambitions in Nigeria as a critical key focus country.

Key Responsibilities

•     Responsibility for the terminal/inland service (IS) portfolio and P&L of the Nigeria region.
•     Formulating and implementing commercial strategies, as well as driving cost leadership in all Nigeria terminals.
•     Formulating and implementing Country business development strategies and promoting growth of the container and other related business (RORO, Bulk, general cargo, multi-ports, and a wider range of inland transportation and logistics) in APMT Nigeria, and review/propose other associated business opportunities.
•     Position and promote APM Terminals as the preferred port and inland operator to relevant parties within the different local markets.
•     Ensure that APMT's global initiatives and policies are pursued and adhered to in the Nigerian business.
•     Ensure close relationships are developed with stakeholders and shareholders and ensure positive working relations in all joint venture terminals in Nigeria.
•     Review all regional performance and intellectual capital ensuring appropriate strategies are in place to uphold APMT's global goals.
•     Drive the employee engagement agenda within Nigeria.
•     Ensure the drive for world class HSSE within Nigeria.

Requirements

•     5-7 years proven track record in a senior management position with P&L responsibility
•     Ability to provide leadership and manage teams and departments
•     A strong personal drive for results and business excellence
•     Solid understanding of terminal cost and revenue levers
•     Strong strategic mindset and analytical skills, and strong commercial mindset
•     Possess empathy, personal tact, cultural understanding, and strong communication skills.
•     Ability to deal with conflicting interests and cultural values
•     Ability to execute with a high level of mobility and manage high levels of travel.

We Offer:
To the right candidate we offer an exciting and challenging position in a truly international, cultural diverse and busy environment in one of Africa's fastest growing economies.