Our client, a prominent conglomerate, seeks to hire a Group Chief Operating Officer (GCOO) who will collaborate with the CEO in setting and driving organizational vision, operations strategy, and hiring levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES

– Collaborate with CEO in setting and driving organizational vision, operations strategy, and hiring levels

– Oversee Group management, HR and Finance, and partner with CEO in sales management so that sufficient investment capital can be budgeted for near-term growth targets

– Monitor performance of all portfolio companies and take corrective measures when necessary, and prepare detailed updates and forecasts

– Translate strategy into actionable steps for growth, implementing organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operations planning

– Oversee company operations and employee productivity, building a highly inclusive culture that ensures team members can thrive and that organizational goals are met

– Ensure effective recruiting, onboarding, professional development, performance management, and retention

– Ensure compliance with national and local business regulations, and take appropriate action when necessary

– Analyze internal operations and identify areas for process enhancement

Implement business strategies and plans that align with the short- and long-term objectives developed in tandem with CEO

– Manage capital investments and expenses aggressively to ensure that the company achieves investor targets for growth and profitability

– Build and maintain trusting relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders

EXPERIENCE

– Fundraising experience

– Schooled abroad, international business experience

– Experience in Construction, Real estate, Banking, Finance , FMCG, Logistics, Energy, or related fields is strongly preferred

NON-NEGOTIABLE CRITERIA:

– 7-10 years in operations, and at least 5 years in executive leadership role

– Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity

– Understanding of advanced business planning and regulatory issues

– Solid understanding of data analysis and performance metrics

– Ability to diagnose problems quickly and foresee potential issues

– A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, or a related field.

TO APPLY

– Send your CV to executivesearch@workforcegroup.com

– Use the subject: GCOO