✨ About The Role
- The Country Manager will be responsible for running a profitable and effective business unit across Malawi.
- This role involves localizing and implementing organizational strategies to meet commercial goals.
- The Country Manager will act as the key link between HQ and in-country teams, managing country operations, sales targets, and PnL.
- The position requires deep understanding of target customers and advising the business on community engagement initiatives and product updates.
- The role includes coordinating local initiatives, tasks, and people activity to ensure timely and proper execution as guided by HQ.
- The Country Manager will ensure that the country teams are working in safe and conducive office facilities.
- Performance management is crucial, ensuring that the country meets set targets including sales, revenue, and profitability.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of progressive experience in operations or commercial management roles.
- A minimum of 5 years of people management experience, preferably leading cross-functional teams, is essential.
- The candidate should have a proven track record of achieving volume, revenue, and profitability targets.
- Experience in managing and optimizing last-mile distribution networks is highly desirable.
- Strong strategic planning, execution, and cross-functional coordination skills are necessary for success in this role.
- Above-average communication skills are key to effectively engage with various stakeholders.
- The candidate should possess strong reporting skills, both quantitative and qualitative, to provide insights on performance metrics and market conditions.