Country Manager Job in Uganda

Our client who is a major international player in the logistics business is looking for an experienced and strategic thinker to manage, develop and grow the divisions business, provide direction and leadership, ensure profitable growth, excellence in operations, customer satisfaction, employee welfare and attract new customers.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in and contribute to strategic planning process of the country & unit and implement the divisions tactics in relation to pricing, competition, expansion and profitability by industry segment Plan, organise, direct and lead the divisional teams in achieving agreed revenue and profitability targetsFacilitate, sponsor and support cross functional projects and initiatives to ensure sales plans and targets are effectively executedTrack trends and developments in the operating environment to maintain, defend and enhance business growth and continued profitabilityDevelop annual business plans that support the agreed strategies, improve market share and service levels, as well as meeting the expected financial contribution levels to the network. Ensure that the annual business plan including revenue, cash flow, profit and service levels are met and corrective action is taken to rectify any negative variance. Enable and manage the achievement of service performance that meets or exceeds customer expectations and beat competition.  Manage the effective implementation and use of the appropriate technology in all sections of the service chain, to enhance service and improve productivity.Continually review and improve business processes to improve productivity and add value to services offered.  Be constantly sensitive to emerging customer and market requirements, build strong and high level executive relationships with customers to  ensure customer retention as well as development and growth of new business Provide leadership and directions to the teams to enable achievement of agreed revenue, profitability and other performance targetsEnsure customer solutions are in line with country and regional service level agreements or standards / guidelines where applicableSet, review, and implement capital and revenue budgets applicable to division and ensure cost control programmes are effectively implemented. Qualification and CompetenciesDegree in Business, Supply chain or equivalent (Postgraduate qualification preferred)10-15 years experience (dependent upon country size) in General Management of large and complex service related businesses preferably in the Supply Chain Industry and within the wider Transport and Managed Transport Services industry.Emerging Energy Sector experience will be to your advantageKnowledge of Emerging market growth strategies in the Consumer, Technology and Energy Sec-tors Adaptability to local legislation and customsSupported by experience in Key Account Management & Business Development Strong business acumen, cross boarder thinking, strategic thinker and leadership skillsAbility to build and manage strong partnershipsStrong negotiation, interpersonal and customer interaction skills
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a day time phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business 28th June 2013.

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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