Branch Manager at Olam Nigeria Limited

Job Description

• Olam thrives around optimizing supply chains.
• The regional manager is a key position which is directly responsible for the implementation of the regions business road map.
• The role involves the responsibility of an entire product(s) line in Olam’s business in the region. 
• The incumbent will play a critical and extremely tangible role in delivering results.
• You will be controlling the execution of all processes, including managing the supply chain from producer to exports.
• As a Branch Manager, you’re responsible for inspiring your team, create ownership opportunities, and to deliver on the following key dimensions.

Key Deliverables
Strategic Effectiveness:

• 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.

Operational Effectiveness:

• 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

Organizational Effectiveness:

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.