Role Purpose

Our client, is looking for Business Head - Edible Oils will be responsible for the overall leadership, growth, profitability, and market performance of the edible oils business. This role carries full P&L; accountability for leading brands including UFUTA, KIMBO, and Golden Fry. The incumbent will drive commercial growth, operational excellence, market share expansion, and long-term business sustainability while ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives.

Experience 20-30 years

Key Responsibilities

Business & P&L; Management

- Own and deliver revenue, profitability, and market share objectives for the Edible Oils business.
- Develop and implement strategies to achieve sustainable growth and profitability.
- Manage pricing, margins, trade investments, and overall business performance.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behavior to identify growth opportunities.

Commercial Leadership
- Lead the sales, distribution, trade marketing, and route-to-market strategy for the category.
- Ensure effective execution of trade activation and market development initiatives.
- Drive customer relationships and channel expansion to grow market presence.
- Oversee export and regional business opportunities where applicable.

Category & Brand Management
- Develop and execute category growth strategies.
- Lead portfolio development, innovation, and current product initiatives.
- Strengthen and protect the market position of key brands while identifying future growth opportunities.




- Ensure effective brand investment and category profitability.

Operations & Supply Chain
- Work closely with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure product availability and cost optimization.
- Drive improvements in productivity, operational efficiency, and service levels.
- Support sourcing strategies and supply chain decisions to mitigate market and import cost volatility.
- Ensure alignment between demand forecasts and production capabilities.

Financial Management
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes.
- Ensure strong financial controls and disciplined cost management.
- Review business performance regularly and take corrective action where required.
- Partner with the Finance team to drive profitability and working capital optimization.

Leadership & People Development
- Build and lead a high-performing cross-functional team.
- Develop succession plans and strengthen organizational capability within the category.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Coach and mentor senior leaders within the business.

Decision-Making Authority
- Full accountability for revenue, profitability, and business performance within approved budgets.
- Authority over pricing, trade investments, promotional activities, and commercial decisions within approved guidelines.
- Responsibility for category strategy, portfolio decisions, and business planning.
- Escalation to Group Leadership for major capital investments and strategic matters.

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