Business Unit Head – SEZ Operations

About the role

The Business Unit Head will lead the African divisions responsible for agri and non‑agri commodity trading and processing within custom industrial and special economic zones. This senior position reports directly to senior leadership and requires relocation to Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Lead overall P&L and operations of the SEZ business unit, managing key personnel.
• Drive sales of SEZ assets to Indian, African and global investors by pitching the value proposition of investing in Africa.
• Oversee procurement, logistics and supply‑chain functions to secure optimal commodity pricing and inform trading, risk‑mitigation and processing decisions.
• Plan and manage logistics to support efficient commodity trading and processing activities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across Africa and internationally to ensure seamless business execution.
• Implement risk‑mitigation strategies related to commodity trading and processing.
• Champion commercial acumen and entrepreneurial solutions to drive business growth and operational excellence.

Required profile

• 8‑12 years of experience in sales, marketing and P&L management within FMCG or consumer goods, preferably in India.
• Proven capability to manage large business units with full P&L responsibility and lead key personnel.
• Engineering degree and MBA from a premium business school strongly preferred.
• Willingness to relocate to Africa, potentially with family, to lead business units on the continent.

Required skills

• Procurement
• Logistics
• Supply chain management
• Commodity trading

What we offer

• Fast‑track career growth with significant P&L, managerial and commercial responsibilities.
• Attractive compensation structure with performance‑based incentives, upside potential and tax‑saving benefits.