{"id":2274,"date":"2025-04-09T15:32:11","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T15:32:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/bwjobs\/?p=513"},"modified":"2025-04-09T15:32:11","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T15:32:11","slug":"head-of-operations-managing-director-global-fmcg-leader-safari-distributors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/head-of-operations-managing-director-global-fmcg-leader-safari-distributors\/","title":{"rendered":"Head of Operations (Managing Director) \u2013 Global FMCG Leader &#8211; Safari Distributors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Position: Head of Operations (Managing Director) \u2013 Global FMCG Leader<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Safari Distributors<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> Phakalane, Botswana<br><strong>Closing Date<\/strong>: 20 April 2025<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Overview:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Safari Distributors is seeking a seasoned, visionary executive to join our leadership team as the <strong>Head of Operations (Managing Director)<\/strong>. This high-level role offers the opportunity to shape and execute strategic business initiatives for a globally recognized FMCG brand with a strong presence across African markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Leadership &amp; Team Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Lead, mentor, and manage high-performing teams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Drive achievement of strategic goals, budgets, and organizational excellence<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Foster a culture of performance, development, and accountability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Strategic Business Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spearhead the design and execution of long-term strategies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Align operations with global best practices to maximize growth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Relationship Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build and maintain strategic relationships with partners, suppliers, authorities, and other key stakeholders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure alignment between stakeholder interests and company strategy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Financial Oversight &amp; Commercial Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Manage the company\u2019s financial performance, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oversee investment decisions and risk management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Operational Excellence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assess, optimize, and ensure efficiency across policies, systems, and operations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Sales Execution &amp; Market Growth<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drive sales initiatives and strategic execution for expansion in the African market<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply world-class sales practices to achieve market penetration and customer satisfaction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Required Skills &amp; Experience:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Extensive Experience:<\/strong><br>Minimum of <strong>20 years<\/strong> in the FMCG sector, with exposure to global brands (e.g., Beiersdorf) and a strong track record in executing operational best practices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commercial Acumen:<\/strong><br>Deep understanding of financial, strategic, and logistics functions. Proven ability to manage business operations effectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leadership Expertise:<\/strong><br>Successful history of leading large teams, managing change, and executing senior leadership strategies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Team Development:<\/strong><br>Skilled in mentoring, guiding, and implementing team-building strategies in multicultural environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exceptional Communication Skills:<\/strong><br>Ability to engage with internal teams and external global\/local stakeholders with influence and clarity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analytical &amp; Problem-Solving Skills:<\/strong><br>Strategic thinking with the ability to drive performance improvement and business efficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Educational Qualification:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>MBA or Equivalent Degree<\/strong> in Business Administration or related field is required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must demonstrate strong negotiating, influencing, and decision-making capabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Join Safari Distributors?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be part of a company that is driving innovation in FMCG distribution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lead operations in a market poised for expansion and global alignment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work with international brands and a diverse, high-caliber team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">APPLICATION PROCESS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/bwjobs\/apply-for-head-of-operations-managing-director-global-fmcg-leader-safari-distributors\/\">APPLY HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Position: Head of Operations (Managing Director) \u2013 Global FMCG Leader Company: Safari DistributorsLocation: Phakalane, BotswanaClosing Date: 20 April 2025 Overview: Safari Distributors is seeking a seasoned, visionary executive to join our leadership team as the Head of Operations (Managing Director). This high-level role offers the opportunity to shape and execute strategic business initiatives for a globally recognized FMCG brand with a strong presence across African markets. Key Responsibilities: 1. 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