Head of Sales Operations at MyRetailar

Retailar is a B2B-C platform connecting manufacturers to retail merchants, changing the narrative of how fast-moving consumable goods are sourced & delivered. Consumer-facing industries have quietly grown into a significant economic force in Africa's most populous nation. In the coming years, retail sales will become an even bigger part of Nigeria's GDP.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Sales Operations

Location: Gbagada, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Growth Plan: Transition into Chief Rainmaker

Job Description
Your daily adventures will include:

• We are looking for an experienced Head of Sales Operations to oversee our organization’s ongoing operations and procedures.
• The head Ops role is a key member of the senior management team, reporting only to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
• You’ll have to maintain control of diverse business operations, so we expect you to be an experienced and efficient leader. If you also have excellent people skills, business acumen and exemplary work ethic, we’d like to meet you.
• The goal of the position is to secure the functionality of business to drive extensive and sustainable growth.
• Our Head of Sales & Operations who should ideally have a Tech and FMCG will be responsible for supervising the implementation of the Vision, Policies, Programs and Best practice guidelines of the Organization in addition to overseeing all Projects, Programs, Services, Products and Events while providing Direction for the entire Organization and all its team Members.
• This Person Will Plan, direct, and oversee our Organization’s operational policies, rules, initiatives, and goals and will take charge of executing the long-term and short-term plans and directives by implementing judgement, vision, management, and leadership.
• The Sales Operations head will handle all Internal affairs.

Responsibilities

• The head of Operations who is expected to be the change agent, who spearheads new initiatives will mainly focus on developing and executing the company’s business plan, according to the established business model, initiate the rollout of new product lines, will oversee research and development and marketing and must have the technical know-how to manage the different stages of the Organization’s Growth and Development.
• He or she will design our operations strategies, communicate policies to employees, and help human resources (HR) build our core teams.
• Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures
• Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth
• Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
• Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives (IT, Marketing, Sales, Finance etc.)
• Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
• Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics
• Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance
• Assist in fundraising ventures
• Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.).

Requirements

• B.Sc / BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus
• 5 years work experience.
• Our Ideal Head Sales Operation should typically have extensive experience within the field in which Rise Networks operates and should have worked in positions in which they’ve been responsible for directing multiple departments.
• Proven experience as Head of Sales Operations or relevant role
• Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, marketing etc.
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
• Experience in fundraising will be a plus
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
• Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Office
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
• Resourcefulness, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Leadership skills
• Advanced technology skills set and a demonstrated history and knowledge of the Tech Industry is Crucial.

Unnegotiable Qualities:

• Grit
• Passion
• Loyalty
• Doer
• Team player
• Self-reliance.

Why You’ll Love it Here

• Your daily duties will have a meaningful impact on millions of people all over the world.
• You’ll be surrounded by the most friendly, supportive colleagues you can imagine.
• As we grow, so will you! Retailar’s fast-paced, challenging environment offers you great opportunities for professional development.
• You’ll always be kept informed. Our bi-weekly All Hands meetings bring our teams together, ensuring we’re all up to speed and moving forward as one.

Application Closing Date
30th March, 2021.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the "Job Title" as the subject of the email.