Strategic Leadership:Act as a thought leader, problem solver, and trusted advisor to the SSA Product Solutions Lead representing the region of West and Central Africa.Manage a team of Manager-level direct reports, overseeing specific markets and clients.Collaborate with internal cross-functional leads to drive strategic alignment and ensure the product roadmap supports all common initiatives and priorities.Execute and achieve OKRs set for the region.Client Relationships & VAS Acceleration:Develop, maintain, and cultivate close relationships with decision-makers and senior management of designated clients.Understand clients' business strategies, priorities, needs, and processes, presenting them with product ideas that can enhance their results.Develop individual designated clients’ product plans, with corresponding tactics and actions to achieve defined goals.Manage the VAS sales pipeline for the markets to ensure sales and revenue targets are achieved for West and Central AfricaProduct Delivery & Project Management:Ensure all solutions are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.Measure and report project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.Perform risk management to minimize project risks and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis.Financial Accountability:Be accountable for the overall achievement of Revenue and Cost targets for West and Central AfricaTrack project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.Meet budgetary objectives and make necessary adjustments.Team Development & Management:Manage, coach, and develop the team to deliver against OKRs and maximize potential.Utilize and continually develop leadership skills.This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.
