CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO)

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the company's day-to-day operations.
• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Oversee key business functions including retail, logistics, administration, finance, audit and business development.
• Drive operational efficiency, cost optimisation and profitability.
• Establish and monitor KPIs across departments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Oil & Gas regulations and HSE standards.
• Lead the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures.
• Identify operational risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with the CEO/Managing Director and senior management team on business strategy.
• Drive business growth, expansion and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor operational budgets and ensure effective resource utilisation.
• Provide regular performance reports to management.
• Build and lead a high-performing management team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Management, Economics or a related field.
• MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years' progressive management experience, preferably within Oil & Gas, downstream petroleum, logistics or related sectors.
• Proven experience in senior operational leadership.
• Strong understanding of Oil & Gas business operations and commercial dynamics.
• Strong financial, strategic planning and business development skills.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and stakeholder-management abilities.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian regulatory and compliance requirements.

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