Strategy & Transformation Manager. at Fadac Resources

Our Client is a trading company based in Nigeria that specializes in  the exportation of high quality raw cocoa beans and cashew nuts. Due to expansion, they are in need of a Strategy & Transformation Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the development of the company’s short-term and long-term strategic plans.
• Translate high-level strategic goals into actionable plans and initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of strategic plans to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior management on strategy progress and adjustments.
• Conduct detailed research on market trends, customer behavior, and industry best practices.
• Analyze competitor strategies and identify potential opportunities or threats.
• Develop comprehensive market intelligence reports to guide decision-making.
• Collaborate with the Strategy Director to anticipate changes in the competitive landscape and recommend strategic adjustments.
• Identify new business opportunities and assess their feasibility and alignment with company goals.
• Support the Strategy Director in partnership discussions and negotiations.
• Design and maintain performance dashboards to monitor the progress of key initiatives.
• Develop and present periodic performance reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure all reports are data-driven, accurate, and actionable.
• Propose strategies to address underperforming areas and capitalize on successes.
• Act as a liaison between the Strategy Director and departmental heads to ensure clear communication of objectives.
• Work with Operations, Finance, and other Shared Services teams to align functional goals with the company’s overall strategy
• Identify inefficiencies in existing processes and recommend innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to implement process improvements that enhance productivity.
• Track the impact of implemented improvements and report on measurable benefits.
• Propose new approaches or technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Strategy, or related fields; MBA or equivalent
• postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage.
• 5+ years in strategic planning, management consulting, or a similar role, with demonstrated project management experience.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience within the commodities trading space will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of strategy frameworks (e.g., SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces).
• Expert knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)