Commercial Manager at Omnibiz Africa

At Omnibiz, we’re fully dedicated to supporting local businesses and helping them navigate the modern market. Over 52,000 businesses across the FMCG industry have trusted us to provide them with the services and necessary tools to overcome contemporary challenges in the market place. Why? The answer is simple - they believe the same thing that we at Omnibiz believe: for the global economy to thrive, local businesses must be given the grounds to grow.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Commercial Manager

Location: Ijora, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for a Commercial Manager to drive revenue growth, optimize commercial operations, and strengthen franchise partnerships in our OmniHub franchise business.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for contract management, pricing strategies, and financial planning to ensure profitability and sustainable expansion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to enhance revenue and market presence.
• Build strong relationships with franchise owners, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Set and monitor pricing strategies to maximize profitability.
• Ensure cost control and financial efficiency in MFC operations.
• Manage franchise agreements, lease contracts, and vendor partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms and operational standards.
• Manage risk assessment and due diligence for franchise agreements, i.e Deposit, Insurance.
• Monitor performance metrics and ensure franchises meet service-level expectations.
• Work closely with key clients, suppliers, and partners to drive business opportunities.
• Address franchisee concerns and provide necessary commercial support.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial management, business development, or franchise operations (preferably in warehousing, logistics, or retail).
• Strong understanding of franchise business models and warehousing operations.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships.
• Excellent financial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in asset-light franchise models or tech-driven startups.
• Must be system savvy and good analytics skills.
• Must have geographical knowledge and passionate about building the franchise business.

Application Closing Date
28th March, 2025.