Managing Director - Namibia

República de Namibia WINDHOEK Area
République de Namibie
WINDHOEK-SOUTHERN LIFE TOWER(NAM) TotalEnergies Marketing Namibia (Pty) Ltd General Services Contrato a tiempo indeterminado Al menos 10 años

• Geographical Context: Namibia is a vast, sparsely populated country with significant environmental sensitivities, resulting in long supply routes, dispersed customer locations, and operational complexities across a large territory.
  
• Market Environment: A highly competitive market where TotalEnergies holds a relatively modest market position, requiring accelerated growth initiatives, strategic investment, and market share expansion in a rapidly evolving economy.
  
• Supply Constraints: Limited sourcing flexibility due to reliance on designated supply channels (managed by TotalEnergies
• Marketing South Africa) and restrictions on accessing alternative supply sources available to competitors, requiring strong supply chain optimization and risk management.
• Infrastructure Challenges: Aging logistics infrastructure, including port and rail limitations, constrained storage capacity, and the need for continued investment to improve operational efficiency and ensure compliance with Group standards.
  
• Talent & Workforce: Scarcity of critical skills in the local market, combined with regulatory constraints on expatriate employment, requiring a strong focus on talent development, succession planning, and capability building.
• Regulatory Environment: Highly regulated petroleum industry with significant government oversight, requiring proactive stakeholder engagement and rigorous compliance management.

Governance, Ethics & Compliance

• Act at all times in the best interests of TotalEnergies, in full compliance with Group policies, Affiliate procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate exemplary personal commitment to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and to the values, principles, and standards set out in the Company Code of Conduct and Charters.
• Ensure that TotalEnergies’ policies, procedures, and practices are fully respected across all activities, and that employees are appropriately informed, trained, and compliant.
• Represent the TotalEnergies Marketing Namibia within the country to ministries, regulatory authorities, administrations, clients banks, suppliers, embassies, and other key stakeholders.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE)

• Provide visible leadership on HSE matters, fostering a strong safety culture across the Affiliate.
• Chair the Affiliate HSE Committee and ensure effective governance and follow-up of HSE action plans.
• Lead the Affiliate Crisis Management Team and actively participate in the Emergency Response Team.
• Conduct regular safety tours and inspections at offices, depots, and service stations to identify, prevent, and mitigate hazard and HSE risks.
• Contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of One Maestro, HSE management systems, and Group standards.
• Define annual HSE objectives, ensure staff awareness, and monitor performance against set targets.
• Actively participate in Company safety awareness programs and initiatives.

Strategy, Business Development & Performance

• Define, establish, and implement the business and investment strategy of TotalEnergies Marketing Namibia in line with Group strategy.
• Drive subsidiary ambitions and ensure delivery of approved budget targets and strategic objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and materialize new business and growth opportunities.
• Analyze the evolution of commercial, logistical, financial, and operational indicators, and implement corrective measure where required.

Leadership & People Management

• Provide strong leadership to the employee base, fostering performance, accountability, and engagement.
• Oversee the performance management and job appraisal processes.
• Promote talent development, coaching, and succession planning within the organization.

Financial Management & Internal Control

• Ensure overall management and supervision of internal control frameworks governing business transactions and company activities.
• Approve investments in accordance with the Delegation of Authority and Group governance rules.Ensure effective risk management and financial discipline across all operations.

Stakeholder & Commercial Relations

• Maintain effective interfaces with General Trade (GT) customers, dealers, and resellers.
• Protect and enhance the reputation of TotalEnergies Marketing Namibia through professional, ethical, and constructive stakeholder engagement.
• Provide guidance and leadership on sustainable development initiatives in line with Group commitments and local priorities.

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field; postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) an advantage.
• Minimum 8 years’ senior management experience, preferably in the energy, petroleum, or regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of the downstream petroleum sector, including regulations, pricing mechanisms, supply chains, and products.
• Solid expertise in financial management, budgeting, internal controls, and statutory reporting.
• Experience with Group international financial systems and reporting, with working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Core Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• High financial acumen and business judgment.
• Planning, organization, and execution capability.
• Ability to operate under pressure in a complex, regulated environment.
• Integrity, ethical conduct, and commitment to Group values.
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.

TotalEnergies valora la diversidad, promueve el crecimiento individual y ofrece carreras con igualdad de oportunidades.

TotalEnergies is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants that meet the specified criteria will receive consideration for employment without discriminating unfairly on any arbitrary ground, including but not limited to race, gender, sex, ethnic or social origin, colour, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious conscience belief, political opinion, culture, language, marital status, or family responsibility.