Country Manager at Core Laboratories Inc

Lagos

Core laboratories

Company Info

Large organization

200 + Employees

Core Laboratories Inc - With over 70 offices in more than 50 countries located in major oil-producing provinces, Core Laboratories provides services to the world's major, national, and independent oil companies.

Core Laboratories Inc – With over 70 offices in more than 50 countries located in major oil-producing provinces, Core Laboratories provides services to the world’s major, national, and independent oil companies. Established in 1936, we have built a solid reputation as a leading global provider of proprietary and patented Reservoir Description and Production Enhancement services and products for the oil and gas industry.

Job Title: Country Manager

Job ID: req4411

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

  • The Country Manager is responsible for leading Saybolt Nigeria’s operations, ensuring profitability, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service delivery.
  • This role oversees all aspects of local performance, including operations, finance, staffing, and commercial activities.
  • The Country Manager acts as the key link between the local team and Area Management, reporting regularly on performance and developments.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Operational Oversight: Manage daily inspection, laboratory, and administrative functions.
  • Financial Management: Responsible for the local P&L; prepare and submit financial reports; manage budgets and cost control.
  • Team Leadership: Supervise, develop, and evaluate staff performance; ensure training and compliance with safety and technical standards.
  • Compliance & Quality: Ensure adherence to Saybolt and Core Laboratories policies, local laws, and industry standards; maintain readiness for audits.
  • Commercial Activities: Build and maintain client relationships; identify and pursue business development opportunities in coordination with the Area team. Must drive commercial strategy and deliver results.
  • Reporting: Provide accurate and timely reports to Area Management on operations, risks, and growth opportunities.
  • Safety & Environment: Promote and monitor compliance with HSE standards and sustainability practices.
  • Strategic Input: Contribute to local strategy development and implementation in line with regional objectives.
  • Representation: Act as Saybolt’s local representative to clients, authorities, and key stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial role within the TIC, oil & gas, or related sector.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Fluent in English.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong understanding of inspection and laboratory workflows.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage business operations independently.
  • Commercially driven and results oriented.
  • Proficient in budgeting and performance analysis.
  • Clear communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
  • Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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