Managing Director at an Undisclosed Rice Mill – Ogoja and Lagos

A rice mill is recruiting a Managing Director for two openings, with locations in Ogoja, Cross River State, and Lagos. The role leads business strategy, financial performance, operations, paddy procurement, production, quality, sales and stakeholder relationships.

Role overview

Our client urgently needs to hire a Managing Director to Head the Rice Mill, the prospective candidate must have at least 10 years Executive experience in Management, procurement (paddy Rice) within the Rice Mill industry. It is expected he will leadoverall business strategy, financial performance, and operations, focusing on efficiency, profitability, and compliance while overseeing procurement, production, quality control, sales, and stakeholder relations within the rice industry.

Strategic Leadership

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic and business plans to achieve financial and growth targets for the rice mill.

Financial Management

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and manage financial performance to ensure profitability.

Operational Oversight

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and cost-effective daily operations of the rice mill, including procurement, production, and distribution.

Quality & Compliance

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce quality management systems, hygiene standards, and ensure compliance with all relevant legal, health, and safety regulations.

Market & Sales

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends, identify new business opportunities, and develop strategies to expand the company’s market share and revenue.

Supply Chain Management

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the procurement of high-quality paddy and manage the logistics of operations.

Stakeholder Relations

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, business partners, and authorities.

Team Leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and motivate the management and staff to foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Requirements

• A degree in Agric Economics or related discipline and MBA will be an added advantage.
• In-depth Knowledge of the Rice Industry supplier and customer relationship management, and ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards in the milling and distribution of rice.