Managing Director

Job Summary

Provide overall strategic, commercial and operational leadership for the Company, translating the Board's direction into business plans, measurable performance and sustainable growth. The Managing Director is accountable for the Company's results, organisational capability, governance and execution across its energy-related business activities.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the Company's strategy, annual operating plan and growth priorities in alignment with Board-approved objectives.

Lead the identification, evaluation and development of business opportunities across energy marketing, oil and gas, trading, marine-related activities and renewable energy, as applicable to the approved business model.

Drive revenue growth, profitability, cash generation, customer development and disciplined execution of commercial commitments.

Oversee business performance through clear targets, management reporting, regular reviews and timely corrective action.

Build and maintain strategic relationships with customers, suppliers, trading counterparties, financial institutions, regulators, partners and other key stakeholders.

Ensure the Company has appropriate organisational structures, leadership capability, talent and succession plans to deliver its strategy.

Promote strong corporate governance, ethical conduct, risk management, internal controls and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Oversee the development and management of budgets, resources, investments and capital priorities in partnership with the CFO and functional leaders.

Lead organisational culture, accountability, collaboration, innovation and a high-performance environment.

Represent the Company in significant negotiations, industry engagements and strategic partnerships, within Board-approved authority.

Provide timely and accurate reports to the Board on strategy execution, financial performance, material risks, opportunities and organisational matters.

Lead business continuity, crisis response and the management of material operational, commercial or reputational issues.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Finance or a relevant discipline.

An MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

Minimum of 15 years' progressive leadership experience, including at least 7 years in a senior executive or general management role.

Demonstrated leadership experience in energy, oil and gas, commodities trading, marine, infrastructure or another complex commercial environment.

Proven record of delivering business growth, profitability, operational improvement and strategic initiatives.

Strong understanding of commercial contracting, financial management, governance, risk and regulatory obligations.

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing relationships across local and international markets.

Key Competencies

Enterprise leadership and strategic thinking.

Commercial acumen and sound financial judgment.

Executive presence, negotiation and stakeholder influence.

Governance, risk awareness and ethical decision-making.

Change leadership, resilience and execution discipline.

Talent development, accountability and organisational culture.

Key Success Measures

Achievement of Board-approved revenue, profitability and cash-flow targets.

Delivery of strategic and operating-plan milestones.

Growth in customers, markets, partnerships and sustainable business opportunities.

Effective governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.

Strength and performance of the leadership team and organisational capability.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

How to apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Propel Marketing Co on docs.google.com to apply

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