About the Role
Qualis Business Support Services Ltd is seeking a visionary and high-caliber Managing Director to steer our expanding operations in Calabar, Cross River State. In this executive role, you will provide overall strategic leadership, operational direction, and commercial management to drive sustainable business growth and market expansion within the South-South region. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will oversee all organizational functions, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, supply chain logistics, finance, and corporate governance.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute long-term strategic business plans, commercial goals, and market transformation initiatives to scale profitability.
- Oversee daily plant operations, ensuring high efficiency in pharmaceutical manufacturing, production sequencing, and supply chain logistics.
- Ensure complete compliance with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN), NAFDAC, and other strict regulatory and corporate governance standards.
- Lead corporate budgeting, optimize commercial performance, manage investments, and mitigate institutional risks to protect company assets.
- Build robust relationships with local regulators, healthcare partners, and community leadership within the Cross River socio-economic landscape.
- Lead, mentor, and align multicultural executive and technical teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on continuous innovation.
- Present precise, comprehensive performance assessments and strategic advice to the Board of Directors.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or a closely related scientific field. An MBA or advanced degree in business management is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience, with at least 8 years in a senior executive role specifically within the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
- Proven track record in pharmaceutical plant operations, material planning, and navigating complex NAFDAC and PCN regulatory environments.
- Demonstrated success in leading corporate restructuring, driving revenue expansion, and scaling manufacturing profitability.
- Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic decision-making abilities tailored to the Nigerian pharmaceutical sector.
- Competitive executive compensation package with performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for self and family.
- Company-provided official vehicle and executive accommodation support.
- Opportunities to shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing and healthcare delivery in Nigeria.