Growth Manager Africa

APM Terminals regional Growth team for Africa and Europe is based out of The Netherlands and Cape Town but with some roles being located closer to the markets where we (want to) operate, including this role be based out of Nairobi (Kenya).
Key Responsibilities

Identify target projects, companies and business, partners and/or buyers and sellers
To develop and execute the investment and portfolio strategy for APM Terminals in Africa and Europe.
To assess the commercial attractiveness and feasibility of investments, make recommendations to Senior Management on divestment/investment decisions and prepare proposals for and conduct negotiation processes.
Project manage transactions together with functional supports and business leaders across the wider Maersk organization
Build strong trust-based partnerships with (potential) counterparties and partners including (port) authorities, relevant ministries and other public or private institutions.
Maintain market awareness regarding market developments, supply/demand, pricing, competition etc., through internal and external sources and networking
Be an outstanding market ambassador for APM Terminals within the region

Who we are looking for 

Minimum 8 years of experience in increasing responsibility in Strategy or M&A/Business Development and Investment Banking
Fluency in English; proficiency in French is an advantage
Knowledgeable with the dynamics of concessions and joint ventures and preferably experienced with large infrastructure projects
Strong (corporate) finance skills including experience and knowledge of valuation, modelling, synergy quantification, risk and upside evaluation
Experience with negotiating/closing of projects and/or M&A deals (incl, leading due diligence processes)
Strong analytical and problem-solving mind to overcome business and legal constraints
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills (both verbal and written)
Networker and relationship manager, preferably with a strong existing and relevant network
Entrepreneurial mindset with a can-do mentality
Exercises active ownership. Takes responsibility for own actions and creates and accountable environment
Experience with the port and shipping market is an advantage

Apply via :

www.maersk.com