Deputy General Manager, Sales & Operations (Lagos)

Job Title: Deputy General Manager, Sales & Operations (Lagos) Our client is a leading and well-established printing and packaging solutions company in Nigeria, seeking to engage a high-performing and experienced professional to fill the role of General Manager / Deputy General Manager, Sales & Operations. The Company is a foremost player in the print and light packaging industry, delivering high-quality printing, publishing, and packaging solutions to a diverse clientele across corporate, educational, and commercial segments. With a strong reputation for excellence, innovation, and operational efficiency, the Company continues to play a critical role in supporting Nigeria’s knowledge, publishing, and industrial value chains. Role Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for driving revenue growth while providing strategic and operational oversight across Sales, Engineering, and Production functions. The role requires a commercially astute and technically grounded professional who can seamlessly integrate business development with operational execution. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and drive sales strategy for print and packaging services to achieve revenue and market share targets.
• Oversee end-to-end operations across Sales, Engineering, and Production to ensure efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and market segments.
• Strengthen client relationships and enhance customer retention through superior service delivery.
• Provide technical guidance on printing processes, production capabilities, and service offerings.
• Drive performance management across teams, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Optimise operational processes to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance output quality.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute growth and expansion strategies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a science-related field; MBA will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in the printing or light packaging industry.
• Proven track record in selling print services and managing client relationships.
• Strong technical knowledge of printing, engineering, and production processes.
• Currently working in a reputable printing press or light packaging company.
• Minimum age of 45 years.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong commercial acumen and results-driven mindset.
• Ability to “hit the ground running” with minimal supervision.
• Leadership capability with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High level of adaptability and ability to integrate quickly into an existing structure.