FMR Agency (officially known as Future Moves Recruitment Agency) is a licensed, full-fledged Human Resource and talent management firm based in Nigeria. FMR Agency specializes in human capital development, staffing, and corporate consulting.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Country Manager
Locations: Abuja (FCT) and Lagos Employment Type: Full-time, Long-term International Assignment (On-site) Industry: Building Materials, Manufacturing & Heavy Construction
About the Opportunity
FMR Agency is managing an executive search on behalf of our clienta global leader in international building materials and manufacturing. We are seeking experienced, strategic international business leaders to oversee overseas subsidiaries, direct factory operations, and drive multi-market growth across emerging markets.
As Country Manager, you will bridge Chinese Corporate HQ strategy with local operational executionleading full P&L operations, manufacturing output, government relations, and multicultural workforce management.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & P&L Leadership: Direct full subsidiary and factory operations across production, sales, procurement, supply chain, HR, and administration.
Performance & Expansion: Execute annual business plans to achieve operational growth, cost efficiency, and revenue targets.
Government & Stakeholder Relations: Manage high-level relations with local government bodies, tax authorities, customs agencies, and community leadership.
HQ Alignment: Serve as the strategic bridge coordinating local operations with Chinese Headquarters.
Team Building: Lead, mentor, and scale cross-cultural operational and manufacturing teams.
Candidate Requirements
Nationality: Chinese National (currently residing in Africa, China, or open to relocation).
Industry Focus: Background in building materials, ceramics/tiles, manufacturing, construction, heavy industry, or large-scale trade/distribution.
Experience: Minimum 5+ years in overseas business operations, factory management, or general management.
Chinese Corporate Experience: Prior experience working with Chinese enterprises or managing China-related international operations.
Language: Business proficiency in English (for Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa) or relevant working languages for assigned locations.
Deployment: Willingness to relocate and undertake a long-term overseas assignment.
Compensation & Package
Salary: RMB 1,000,000 – 1,500,000 annually + Executive Benefits
Housing & Meals: Executive accommodation and meals provided or covered via allowance
Travel: Covered annual return flights to China & paid home leave
Incentives: Long-term performance/equity opportunities (subject to terms).