Chief Operating Officer (COO) at T.O.N Corporate Services

T.O.N. Legal & Corporate Services is a business management firm committed to helping our clients create sustainable businesses. Our team of experienced professionals provide effective strategies and quality services tailored to your needs. We are dedicated to helping you reach your business goals and ensure that your company is set up for success. Our approach is based on deep understanding of the local market and its regulations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time
Industry: FMCG/Foods/Beverage

Job Description

• We are seeking a young, dynamic, and AI-savvy Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operational excellence and business growth initiatives.
• The ideal candidate will be a strategic executor who understands business growth levers, drives operational efficiency, and scales revenue across multiple business units.
• This is an on-site leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across preservation, packaging, and distribution units.
• Build and optimize internal systems and structures for operational efficiency.
• Implement performance metrics (KPIs) to enhance productivity and accountability.
• Lead AI-driven operational improvements through analytics and automation.
• Develop and execute growth strategies that drive revenue and market share.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and channels.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
• Build and lead a high-performance team and foster a culture of agility and innovation.
• Use data-driven insights and AI tools to improve customer satisfaction and retention.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (required).
• Master’s degree or MBA (preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience with proven success in operations or business growth roles.
• Experience working in fast-paced or scaling companies (preferably in food, FMCG, or tech-driven sectors).
• Strong understanding of business growth levers, process optimization, and financial management.
• Track record of driving measurable operational improvements and business expansion.
• AI-savvy, with strong interest in applying automation and data analytics to business operations.
• Strategic and analytical thinker with strong execution discipline.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Financially literate and business-growth oriented.
• Tech-forward mindset with ability to integrate digital tools into everyday operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunity to play a key role in scaling a leading food security company.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Exposure to innovation and emerging technologies.
• Professional development and leadership advancement opportunities.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.