Chief Country Officer

Description

• Lead, motivate, and mentor the UK management team and organization to achieve ambitious business objectives and continue to build on a positive company culture.
• Ensure the company operates in full compliance with all UK legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure safe and efficient working conditions for all Nexans UK employees, including the proper management and maintenance of Milton Keynes Distribution Centre and Offices, respecting and deploying the rules regarding health and safety as well as environmental.
• Develop and implement the company's strategy and mission at the country level, aligning it with global corporate goals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Nexans Power Grid & Connect key customers including Electrical DSOs and electrical material distributors, integrators and installers.
• Act as a legal representative of Nexans Logistics, performing all duties related to this position and ensure they are fully met
• Provide strategic leadership, direction, planning and execution of Power Grid & Connect profitable growth strategy and development in the UK

Requirements

• Cross-Cultural Competence: Strong skills in cross-cultural communication, collaboration and promoting a positive team culture and employee engagement inline with Nexans values.
• Problem solving mindset with ability to led the change
• Agile project management
• English fluency; French proficiency would be advantageous
• Optimise OWC and maximise cash generation (Good financial understanding is key).
• Experience: Extensive senior management experience in the relevant or similar industry and significant experience in managing operations and driving growth.
• Communication & Negotiation: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills, including at very senior levels.
• Commercial Acumen: A deep understanding of commercial value, market dynamics, and the ability to identify and manage risks.
• Strong financial management skills including working knowledge of P&L, cash flow and balance sheet.
• Strategic Thinking: A highly developed ability to think strategically and develop actionable roadmaps for growth.
• Education: A bachelor's or Master of Science degree in business administration, management, international business, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance