Job Description

Country Manager – Nigeria

Company: DHL Nigeria
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Executive Management
Work Model: Hybrid / On-Site
Reports To: Regional Director – Africa
Industry: Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation & Business Operations

DHL is one of the world’s leading logistics organizations with operations across more than 220 countries and territories and a strong presence in Nigeria. The company is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Country Manager to oversee national operations, business growth initiatives, strategic partnerships, revenue expansion, and organizational performance across Nigeria.

Position Overview

The Country Manager will be responsible for leading the Nigerian business unit, driving market expansion, strengthening customer relationships, managing operational excellence, and ensuring profitability. The successful candidate will oversee cross-functional teams covering operations management, business development, supply chain management, sales leadership, customer experience, and corporate governance.

This role is ideal for an executive with strong experience in strategic planning, P&L management, stakeholder engagement, and regional business leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute country-wide business strategies aligned with regional objectives.
• Lead annual business planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Drive sustainable revenue growth and market share expansion.
• Oversee operational efficiency across logistics, transportation, warehousing, and distribution functions.
• Build relationships with government agencies, regulators, and key corporate clients.
• Monitor financial performance, profitability, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Lead and mentor senior management teams across multiple departments.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, industry regulations, and company policies.
• Identify new market opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Manage risk assessment and business continuity programs.
• Oversee customer retention strategies and service excellence initiatives.
• Present performance reports to regional and global leadership teams.
• Champion innovation, digital transformation, and process improvement projects.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline.
• MBA or Master’s Degree is highly preferred.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CILT, APICS, ACCA, or equivalent are advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive leadership experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior executive role managing national operations.
• Proven track record in business growth, market expansion, commercial management, and organizational leadership.
• Experience managing large-scale teams and multi-million-dollar budgets.
• Strong understanding of the Nigerian business environment.

Required Skills

• Country Manager Jobs in Nigeria
• Executive Leadership
• Business Development
• Strategic Planning
• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Revenue Growth
• Corporate Governance
• Financial Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management
• Sales Leadership
• Market Expansion
• Organizational Development
• P&L Management
• Change Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Performance Management
• Logistics Management
• Business Transformation

Compensation & Benefits

Monthly Salary: NGN 4,500,000 – NGN 7,500,000

Additional benefits include:

• Annual performance bonus
• Executive healthcare coverage
• Pension contribution
• Company vehicle and transport allowance
• Housing allowance
• Mobile and communication allowance
• Executive leadership development programs
• International exposure opportunities
• Paid annual leave
• Life and accident insurance

Training & Development

The selected candidate will receive:

• Executive leadership training
• Strategic business management certification support
• International management workshops
• Advanced negotiation and stakeholder engagement programs
• Digital transformation and innovation leadership training
• Supply chain excellence development courses

Career Opportunities

This position offers a pathway to:

• Regional Director Africa
• Vice President Operations
• Managing Director
• Regional Commercial Director
• Global Strategic Leadership Roles

Candidates interested in broader African career opportunities may also review openings through Uganda Jobs for East African roles and executive vacancies.

Strong professionals seeking regional growth opportunities often monitor international recruitment platforms and leadership vacancies listed on Nigeria Jobs for emerging executive positions.

For professionals exploring North African markets and multinational leadership careers, opportunities can also be found via Morocco Jobs across diverse industries.

Senior executives interested in expansion across Southern Africa may additionally review management and leadership vacancies through Zambia Jobs as part of their regional career development strategy.

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit:

• Updated CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Academic Certificates
• Professional Certifications
• Executive References

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and executive assessment stages.