Business Manager at Owens and Xley

Location:  Lekki , Lagos.
Salary: N300,000 -330,000 with other benefits.
We are currently looking to hire an experienced and qualified Financial Manager for our organization.
In this role, under the supervision of the Business/ Creative Director, you will be responsible for leading, directing and managing the day-to-day Administrative activities. As the Business Manager, you will also provide oversight and monitor processes related to recruitment, compliance, compensation, benefits, training and development; as well as oversee administrative functions.
Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervise the overall functions of the HR and the day-to-day operations of the office.
• Responsible for recruitment, compensation & benefits, performance evaluation, training & development, counseling, employee conduct, and disciplinary issues.
• Conduct new-employee orientations; and conducts reference checks. 
• Formulate, develop and implement administrative strategies, policies and processes.
• Provide HR reports to the Business Director.
• Supervise subordinates to perform tasks effectively.
• Supervise the admin officer and admin assistant closely to ensure they perform assigned tasks effectively.
• Review inventory reports provided by the admin/ inventory officer.
• Develop and manage effective employee communication.
• Forecast likely levels of demand for products to meet the business needs and monitor stock levels.
• Ensure proper maintenance of office building, equipment, fixed assets and facilities.
• Maintain records related to purchasing, vendors, bids, quotes and other correspondence.
• Ensure adherence to good procurement practices across the organization.
• Identify potential suppliers, negotiate and manage existing suppliers; build and maintain good working relationships 
• Plan, schedule, and promote office events, including meetings, conferences and training sessions.
• Work with the accounting and management team to set budgets, monitor spending and other expenses.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years work experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field. An MBA will be added advantage.

Requirements

• Good understanding of office management and human resource processes
• Good knowledge of coordination, planning, control, operations and compliance
• Strong negotiation & persuasion abilities
• Vast knowledge in customer and relationship management
• Proficient in MS Office application
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Great team player
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Good knowledge in inventory, contract, vendor and project management
• Working knowledge of Finance and/or Accounting in terms of budgeting, cost management, risk management