We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced and strategic leader to join our client's team as the Head of Business Unit for LPG in the Southern African region, to be based in Dubai.
• Provide visionary leadership to drive business growth, market expansion, and sustainable profitability
• Identify and capitalize on new market opportunities for LPG in Africa, conducting market research and analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, distributors, and industry partners
• Oversee all aspects of LPG operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards, regulatory compliance, and efficient supply chain management
• Implement best practices to optimize operational processes and enhance overall efficiency
• Develop and manage the budget for the LPG business unit, tracking financial performance against targets and implementing corrective measures as necessary
• Drive revenue growth through effective pricing strategies and cost management
• Build, lead and train a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, regulatory bodies, and industry associations, to enhance the company's reputation and foster positive relationships
• Proven track record of leadership in the LPG or energy industry, with a minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience in a senior management role
• Strong understanding of the African energy market, with a focus on LPG retail distribution and consumption trends
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to drive business growth and achieve financial targets
• English mandatory (spoken and written) and any other language an asset
Your mission :
• Develop and execute a comprehensive business strategy for the company’s LPG retail units in Africa• Provide visionary leadership to drive business growth, market expansion, and sustainable profitability
• Identify and capitalize on new market opportunities for LPG in Africa, conducting market research and analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, distributors, and industry partners
• Oversee all aspects of LPG operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards, regulatory compliance, and efficient supply chain management
• Implement best practices to optimize operational processes and enhance overall efficiency
• Develop and manage the budget for the LPG business unit, tracking financial performance against targets and implementing corrective measures as necessary
• Drive revenue growth through effective pricing strategies and cost management
• Build, lead and train a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, regulatory bodies, and industry associations, to enhance the company's reputation and foster positive relationships
Your profile :
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA is a plus• Proven track record of leadership in the LPG or energy industry, with a minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience in a senior management role
• Strong understanding of the African energy market, with a focus on LPG retail distribution and consumption trends
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to drive business growth and achieve financial targets
• English mandatory (spoken and written) and any other language an asset