294 Lead Operations jobs in Nigeria

Head of Operational Excellence

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Lagos, Lagos NGN10000000 - NGN20000000 Y Appzone

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Appzone Limited is Africa's leading provider of Integrated Banking and Payment software platforms and incidentally creator of BankOne; the world's leading cloud infrastructure for Banking and Payment processing targeted at Small and Medium financial Institutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head of Operational Excellence

Job Opening ID: 270

Job Location: Lagos

Job Type: Full time

Industry: Technology

Responsibilities

Operational Strategy Management:

  • Evaluate current workflows, processes, and systems to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
  • Create detailed, long-term operational strategies and roadmaps to optimize resources, streamline processes, and align with the company's overall business goals
  • Oversee and manage the execution of strategic initiatives and projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, and ensuring milestones are met.
  • Work closely with senior leadership and various departments to ensure strategic alignment and buy-in.
  • Continuously monitor the effectiveness of implemented strategies using data and key performance indicators.

Process Management:

  • Develop and design new or improved processes that are more efficient, effective, and aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
  • Lead and manage the implementation of new processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing project timelines and resources, and ensuring smooth transitions.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials, to ensure process consistency and compliance across the organization.
  • Continuously monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of processes and identify any issues.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen) by conducting regular audits, gathering feedback, and making iterative changes to optimize process performance.
  • Collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to analyze existing business processes and identify tasks that are repetitive, manual, and well-suited for automation.

Operational Governance & Risk Management:

  • Design, implement, and oversee a comprehensive operational risk management framework that aligns with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and the company's risk appetite.
  • Proactively identify and analyze potential risks across all operational areas, including processes, systems, and people
  • Establish and maintain governance structures and reporting lines to ensure that all business units adhere to the established risk policies.
  • ?Continuously monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and management strategies.
  • Prepare and present detailed risk reports to senior management and the board of directors, providing insights into the organization's risk profile and recommendations for improvement.

Performance Management:

  • Develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that directly measure operational health and effectiveness.
  • Collect and analyze operational data to identify performance gaps, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead projects to improve performance, working with cross functional teams to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and enhance productivity.
  • Prepare and present regular performance reports to senior management.

Requirements

  • BSc / BEng in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. MSc/MEng in similar fields with relevant certifications will be an added advantage.
  • 8+ years of work experience in a financial technology, software development, financial services, or technology organization in a similar role.
  • Good reporting skills and standards and a high level of intelligence with the ability to learn with ease and speed.
  • Ability to motivate, counsel, and constructively deal with people at all levels.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages is highly essential and recommended.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proficiency in both spoken and written English, problem solving, analytical thinking, and communication.
  • Self-confidence and authenticity while having high personal ambitions and strong work ethic.
  • Understanding of project management methodologies and thorough understanding of Kaizen process improvement technique.
  • Proficient in the use of agile delivery tools like JIRA, Confluence etc., and comfortable with the use of enterprise productivity tools Microsoft 365 applications, process automation tools, ticket management platforms, etc.

Benefite

Qore provides the rare opportunity to make history in the financial space for Africa by Africans, while working with the smartest, brightest & coolest minds in Africa. Our people & culture team continuously thinks of innovative ways to improve employee experience and some of the other benefits of working with Qore includes:

  • Very Competitive & Rewarding Pay
  • Flexible work option (i.e., Remote)
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid Lunch for onsite work
  • Lifelong Learnings
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Continuous improvement and operational excellence

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Lagos, Lagos NGN360000 - NGN1200000 Y Gresyndale Legal

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Role: Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

MUST COME FROM MINING INDUSTRY

Location: Mowe, Ogun State (Available to travel)

  1. Technical qualification or any degree in Engineering field

  2. Minimum of 4 years experience

  3. Clear understanding and application of Lean & Continuous Improvement tools for projects

  4. Drive Operational Excellence program in line with organizational requirements

  5. Assist HSE initiatives and CAPA implementation

Salary: 600,000

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦550, ₦600,000.00 per month

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Operations Team Lead (Operations Manager)

Glifix Empire

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About the Role:

We need a highly organized and proactive Operations Leader to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and deliver operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure smooth workflows.

• Lead and manage a team of operations professionals.

• Develop and implement strategies that drive efficiency and productivity.

• Track performance metrics and optimize operations.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance overall business success.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3–5 years of experience in operations management or related field.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Proven ability to boost efficiency and deliver results.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or related field preferred.
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Operations lead

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Lagos, Lagos NGN2160000 Y Future Moves Recruitment Agency

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Future Moves Recruitment Agency is a licensed full-fledged Human Resource firm with extensive expertise and experience in human Capital development and staffing. Future Moves has exceptional expertise in Talent Sourcing, learning & development, talent management, HR Outsourcing & Payrolling, HR planning & Consulting, Policy Drafting, Culture Change and Organisation Effectiveness by designing and implementing interventions which identify the core areas of development to enhance the overall growth and competitiveness of your organization.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Operations lead

Job Location: Gbagada Phase 1, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Schedule: One Day On, One Day Off

Working Hours: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Industry: Food / FMCG / Hospitality

Job Description

  • We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Operations Lead to oversee daily activities in a food-based business.
  • The ideal candidate must have solid experience in food service operations, FMCG, or hospitality, with strong leadership and coordination abilities.
  • She must live within proximity to Gbagada Phase 1 for easy commuting.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
  • Oversee production, inventory, and order fulfillment processes.
  • Coordinate and manage kitchen, production, or service teams.
  • Ensure hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are strictly followed.
  • Monitor staff performance and enforce operational procedures.
  • Resolve operational challenges promptly and effectively.
  • Support cost control, stock management, and vendor coordination.
  • Collaborate with management to improve workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Track performance metrics and provide regular reports.

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum 3 – 5 years in a food production company, FMCG, food service, hospitality or hotel kitchen.
  • Proven experience in supervising operations or leading teams.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
  • Good communication and leadership abilities.

Compensation

  • N180,000 Monthly + Performance Bonus.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

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Operations Lead

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NGN600000 - NGN1200000 Y Eazyply

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Company Description

Eazyply empowers job seekers with automated application tools designed to make the job application process faster and more effective. By leveraging advanced technology, Eazyply streamlines job search activities, providing a more efficient path to employment. With a focus on user-centered design, we ensure every tool developed meets the diverse needs of our users.

What You'll Do

Build and manage efficient operational processes

Oversee and grow our
social media channels
(LinkedIn, Instagram, X, TikTok)

Handle all correspondence (emails, DMs, customer inquiries) with professionalism

Track progress and report directly to the founder

Collaborate with contractors (grant writers, designers, etc.) to keep projects aligned

What We're Looking For

Experience in
operations management / project coordination
(startup experience is a big plus)

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Social media management + content creation skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a
fast-moving startup

  • Flexible remote role | Opportunity to grow with the company | Be part of a mission-driven startup
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Operations Lead

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Lagos, Lagos NGN2500000 Y Majeurs

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Operations Lead
Majeurs
Product & Project Management

Lagos Full Time

Manufacturing & Warehousing NGN 250, ,000 Negotiable Plus Commission

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Job Summary

We are hiring an Operations Lead with a strong engineering background to drive world-class manufacturing outcomes. You'll lead our production floor, ensuring lean operations, increased output, enhanced quality, and reduced costs … all while upholding our eco-conscious values. Your mission is to deliver operational excellence.

  • Minimum Qualification : Degree
  • Experience Level : Mid level
  • Experience Length : 4 years
  • Working Hours : Full Time
Job Description/Requirements

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage daily factory operations with a focus on lean processes and results.
  • Deliver on 4 core monthly KPIs (detailed scorecard shared during onboarding).
  • Oversee machine utilisation, job allocation, staff scheduling, and line balancing.
  • Track and improve labour productivity, cost per unit, material waste, and maintenance performance.
    Implement preventive maintenance to ensure- 70% equipment uptime.
    Maintain finished-goods quality with a- 2% rework target.
  • Run root cause analysis and implement corrective action for production failures.
    Uphold 5S and safety standards (target: 0 incidents,- 90% audit compliance).
  • Lead coaching sessions to build operator capability and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounts, Logistics, and Procurement to deliver on cost, inventory, and OTIF metrics.
    Maintain inventory accuracy (cycle count, Day+5 closure, 2% variance).

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (required).
  • 4+ years' experience in factory floor management or manufacturing operations.
  • Solid knowledge of production scheduling, MRP/ERP systems, and process mapping.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred but not mandatory).
  • Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets analytics and digital dashboards.
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Operations Lead

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Nassarawa, Nassarawa NGN900000 - NGN1200000 Y Seamium

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At Seamium
, we are solving one of the most critical challenges in energy.
Our AI-native engine powers energy systems autonomously
by optimizing consumption, monitoring usage, identifying anomalies, tracking environmental impacts, securing systems, and managing payments.

Our mission
is to transform how the world uses energy through intelligent technology that cuts costs, empowers people, and preserves our planet.

Our vision
is a connected world where smart, sustainable energy is accessible to all and intelligently managed.

Our values
: reliability, innovation, and a people-first approach.

Unified intelligence: Seamless integration of all energy systems.

Sustainable impact: Eliminating waste for a cleaner future.

People-first tech: Intuitive solutions addressing real needs.

Invisible efficiency: Smart, reliable energy working quietly behind the scenes.

We are looking for an Operations Lead who will set up and guide the systems that bring our vision to life. This is not just a title. It is a path to shaping the future of one of the most promising AI-for-Energy startups.

What You'll Do
Work closely with the Founder and CEO to design and carry out operational strategy

Develop processes that keep our team, partners, and projects aligned

Coordinate across product, partnerships, and community initiatives to ensure smooth execution

Build systems for team performance, reporting, and accountability

Track progress on company milestones and prepare internal and external updates

Act as the operational backbone, making sure focus and clarity are maintained as we grow

What We're Looking For
Experience in operations, management, or strategy in startups, tech, or energy

Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to build systems from the ground up

Resourceful and adaptable mindset with a focus on getting things done

Passion for energy, sustainability, and technology

Excellent communication skills with experience working in distributed teams

What We Offer
A full-time leadership role at a growing AI-for-Energy company

Chance to build and own core operational systems from day one

Competitive compensation based on responsibility and impact

An opportunity to help shape a company working to redefine how the world powers its future

If you are ready to help transform the future of energy and lead operations at scale,
we would love to hear from you.

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Operations Lead

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Abeokuta NGN150000 Y Treetop Consulting Ltd

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Job Position: Operations Lead

Job Location: Ogun State

Job Type: Full Time

Job Field: Agriculture

Reporting To: General Manager

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Agro-Commodity Operations Lead to oversee the end-to-end operations of our commodity value chain. The role involves managing sourcing, logistics, warehousing, quality control, and documentation processes to ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant movement of agricultural commodities from farm gate to market (local and export).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supply Chain & Operations Management

  • Oversee daily operations across procurement, processing, warehousing, and distribution of agro commodities.
  • Manage logistics planning, including transport scheduling, route optimization, and delivery tracking.
  • Ensure timely execution of export/import processes in compliance with regulations.

2. Sourcing & Procurement Support

  • Work with procurement teams to manage farmer and supplier relationships.
  • Monitor commodity availability, pricing trends, and market demand.
  • Support aggregation and bulk purchasing strategies.

3. Quality Assurance & Compliance

  • Ensure all commodities meet company and international quality standards.
  • Supervise grading, cleaning, packaging, and storage procedures.
  • Monitor compliance with health, safety, and agricultural regulations.

4. People & Process Leadership

  • Lead and coordinate field operations staff, warehouse teams, and logistics partners.
  • Train, mentor, and monitor team performance.
  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for operational efficiency.

5. Reporting & Analytics

  • Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and transactions.
  • Prepare operational reports, including cost analysis, loss prevention, and process improvements.
  • Track KPIs related to supply chain performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in agriculture, Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5–7 years' experience in agro-commodity operations, logistics, or supply chain management.
  • Strong knowledge of agricultural commodities (e.g., grains, cocoa, sesame, cashew, etc.).
  • Proven experience in export documentation and international trade regulations.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/supply chain software.

Preferred Skills:

  • Familiarity with Nigerian agricultural value chains and rural sourcing systems.
  • Experience working with smallholder farmers and cooperatives.
  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and travel frequently to field/warehouse locations.

Compensation:

  • ₦150, 000.00
  • Travel allowance outside the State.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to ₦150,000.00 per month

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Operations Lead

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Owerri, Imo NGN104000 - NGN130878 Y eRRANDA

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Join Us at eRRANDA – We Are Hiring

At
eRRANDA

, we're revolutionizing person-to-person logistics in Africa with
Speed, Simplicity, and Service

at the heart of everything we do. To strengthen our growing team, we are hiring.

Operations Lead

Location:

Remote (Lagos)

Type:

Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and strategic
Operations Lead

to drive efficiency, team coordination, and process excellence at eRRANDA. As a logistics-tech company built on
Speed, Simplicity, and Service

, operations is the backbone of our success. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in supervising teams, streamlining workflows, and implementing scalable systems. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth daily execution, aligning operations with eRRANDA's growth goals, and fostering a culture of accountability and service.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and coordinate day-to-day operations across teams, ensuring seamless delivery of services.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor
    operational policies, SOPs, and compliance frameworks

.
- Supervise, mentor, and support admin and operations staff, promoting collaboration and accountability.
- Monitor
KPIs and performance metrics

, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.
- Drive
process optimization and automation

to increase efficiency without compromising quality.
- Ensure smooth coordination between customer care, logistics, HR, and executive management.
- Conduct regular operational reviews and present reports to leadership.
- Align operations with eRRANDA's
3 S's (Speed, Simplicity, Service)

and
core values (Trust, Customer Obsession, Ownership, Collaboration, Innovation, Impact)

.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff to strengthen the operations team.
- Act as a cultural carrier, modeling professionalism, reliability, and accountability across the organization.

Requirements:

  • 3+ years

of experience in operations management, team leadership, or supervisory roles.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to analyze processes and implement improvements.
- Familiarity with digital collaboration tools (Google Workspace, task management apps, CRM/ERP tools).
- Excellent communication and people management abilities.
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a
fast-paced, remote-first startup environment

.

Nice-to-Have Skills (Optional):

  • Experience in logistics, supply chain, or service-based startups.
  • Knowledge of automation tools and workflow optimization software.
  • Background in data-driven decision-making and KPI reporting.
  • Familiarity with Nigerian labor law and HR processes.

Educational Background:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field.
  • Equivalent practical experience with proven leadership results will also be considered.

Growth Opportunities:

  • Direct mentorship and collaboration with eRRANDA's leadership team.
  • Opportunity to
    build and scale

a high-performing operations department.
- Career progression into
Head of Operations / COO

role within 1–2 years based on performance.
- Access to quarterly training and professional development programs.

Why Join eRRANDA?

At eRRANDA, you're not just joining a company; you're joining a
movement to transform logistics in Africa

. We value
trust, innovation, collaboration, and impact

, and we empower our people to grow with us.


How to Apply:

Send your CV and a short cover letter to with the subject line:
Application – (
Operations Lead
)

.

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Operations Lead

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Lagos, Lagos NGN1000000 - NGN1200000 Y HR And Its People

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Operations Lead (Onsite Supervisor ) Accomodation is available

A growing food business is in need of someone sharp, organized, and trustworthy who will take full responsibility for the online operations of our growing food business.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Manage all online platforms (WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram)

  • Coordinate deliveries: ensure correct packing, dispatch, and delivery follow-up

  • Oversee stock-taking and inventory tracking (online and offline)

  • Supervise order pick-ups, especially for online customers coming to the shop

  • Monitor store activities without handling cash

  • Report daily updates to the business owner

  • Support and guide the customer care/online sales rep

  • Apply marketing and communication skills to boost online engagement and conversion.

Required Skills:

  • Excellent communication and written English

  • Marketing skills: should know how to talk persuasively and professionally

  • Good with figures, stock, and record-keeping

  • Proactive, with strong leadership qualities

  • Must be trustworthy and reliable, we can't afford mistakes or carelessness

Preferred Qualification:

  • Minimum OND or equivalent
  • Experience in similar roles is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦100,000.00 per month

Experience:

  • Working in a food business, or operations or inventory : 1 year (Preferred)
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