Operations Manager

Job Title: Operations manager

Location: Port Harcourt

Industry: Engineering

Job Summary: We are looking for an operations manager who is also a civil or mechanical engineer to handle the high-level, day to day operations, responsible for all department operations or the company operations, including revenue and controlling costs and guides the general strategy to improve the overall business functions. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project/contracts to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame.

Responsibilities:

Assist in Technical and Commercial Bid submissions and follow up on Company Vendor registrations

. • Prepares project reports for management, client, or others.

Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.

Oversee all aspects of supply chain management, including procurement, inventory management, and logistics.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational performance and identify areas for improvement.

Long-term planning to support the company’s goals

Coordinating different teams to foster an exchange of ideas and provide cross-team learning opportunities

Assessing and analyzing departmental budgets to find ways to optimize profitability

Inspiring and motivating employees through positive encouragement and incentive initiatives

Communicating with stakeholders about shifting company priorities and projects

Identifying potential problems and points of friction and finding solutions to maximize efficiency and revenue

Identifying opportunities to expand or shift course based on market changes • Lead and motivate a diverse team to achieve high performance and productivity.

Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners.

Identify market trends and opportunities for innovation and expansion.

Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and employee engagement. • Delegating roles and responsibilities to team.

Driving performance towards business goals

Tracking and assessing the performance of teams

Managing timelines for successful and timely delivery of duties

Overseeing resource allocation while maintaining budgetary control

Ensuring adherence to legal and administrative guidelines

Monitoring market and industry trends to determine business opportunities and challenges.

Develop and maintain relationships with customers, vendors, and partners.

Ensuring business compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Analyzing data and performance metrics to make informed decisions

Developing and implementing growth strategies.

Training low-level managers and staff.

Generating reports and giving presentations

Recruit, onboard, and train high-performing employees to achieve objectives for sales, profitability, and market share

Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally

Evaluate and improve operations and financial performance

Direct the employee assessment process

Prepare regular reports for upper management

Ensure staff follows health and safety regulations

Working closely with Account Managers and other senior staff to improve efficiency and performance

Collaborate cross-departmentally to align operations with organizational objectives

. • Cultivate and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Negotiate contracts for favorable pricing with suppliers and vendors.

Enhance customer service quality and satisfaction.

Optimize workflows and processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Report on operational efficiency and quality standards.

Foster innovation and productivity through effective communication.

Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Integrate new technologies and business processes as needed.

Maintain service operations to ensure sustainability.

Ensure a strong reporting system as per requirements of senior management and track the same.

Orange and Red flag issues which will impact progress and delivery of project and find mitigations solutions to get project back on track.

To lead regular project review meetings with senior management and stakeholders. Qualifications:

A good University Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering. Post graduate degree in management, business or related field.

Preferable 7-10 years’ experience in related management position in the oil and gas.

A good working knowledge of managing contracts from inception, kick off, business performance reviews with clients, service entries request, purchase orders issuance and close out of contracts, must have extensive knowledge of general safety, health and environmental standards of oil and gas industry

Must have working knowledge of budget preparation, basic financial related matters, and reporting against financial objectives.

Requires effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills, as well as excellent managerial skills, including planning, organizing, and directing work.

Requires good verbal and written communications skills in English.

Effective interpersonal skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Proficient in using Microsoft Office and other business software

Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate responsibilities effectively

Leadership and team management skills

Strategic thinking and planning abilities

Financial management and budgeting

Industry knowledge and business acumen

Relationship-building and networking

Time management and organization

Knowledge of business process and functions (finance, HR, procurement, operations etc.)

Strong analytical ability

Meticulous attention to detail.

Computer literate.

Proactive nature.

Highly organized.

Strong work ethic.

Salary: N600,000