About the Role
Robert Walters is hiring a strategic and experienced Head of Security for a leading manufacturing and FMCG client in Nigeria. This executive role provides comprehensive leadership over all physical security operations across manufacturing plants, distribution centers, warehouses, and corporate offices. You will develop and implement robust enterprise-wide security frameworks to protect company personnel, assets, products, and reputation while advising executive leadership on emerging security risks and mitigation strategies.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute the Group physical security strategy aligned with overarching organizational goals.
- Direct security operations across multiple nationwide sites including manufacturing plants and distribution hubs.
- Establish comprehensive security policies, governance standards, and operational procedures.
- Safeguard all company assets, facilities, personnel, inventory, and critical infrastructure.
- Serve as the primary advisor to the executive leadership team on security threats, vulnerabilities, and risk mitigation.
- Conduct regular security risk assessments and vulnerability audits across all business locations.
- Bachelor Degree in Security Management, Criminology, Business Administration, Military Studies, or a related field.
- Relevant professional security certifications will be a distinct advantage.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in physical security management, with extensive leadership responsibility.
- Demonstrated experience leading multi-site security operations within a large manufacturing or FMCG environment.
- Proven background operating at a senior management level, preferably as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager.
- Track record of successfully designing and implementing enterprise-wide security strategies.
- Competitive executive compensation package with performance incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
- Opportunity to shape the security vision of a market-leading organization in Nigeria.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities at senior leadership levels.