Regional Distribution Manager, Clean Cooking (LPG) Lagos

Greenlight Planet is a multinational, for-profit business that designs, distributes, and finances solar-powered home energy products, with an underserved population in mind: the 1.3 billion global consumers for whom the old-fashioned electrical grid is either unavailable or too expensive.

Over a decade in business, the company is now a leading global brand in emerging markets across Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.  Greenlight’s Sun King™ products provide modern light and energy to 26 million people in more than 40 countries and have sold over 10.5 million products worldwide. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Regional Distribution Manager, Clean Cooking (LPG)

Location: Lagos Responsibilities

Team management: Assist  recruitment, head, coach and develop your Territory Distribution Managers and Depot Executives. Set clear regional KPIs, run performance reviews, address underperformance through improvement plans, and recognise top performers. Rider network growth: Scout, onboard and complete KYC checks for riders across your territories, keeping enough functioning riders to achieve daily order completion above 95%. Rider engagement and retention: Design and implement strategies that improve rider earnings, productivity and satisfaction, reduce churn, and grade riders on service delivery and quality. Safety: Make sure every rider has the right PPE and safety equipment, pioneer safe riding, and represent the Sun King Rider Network in community and local government forums. Supply chain and depot operations: Coordinate LPG supply with approved suppliers, oversee replenishment of cylinders, smart valves (FMCDs) and cookstoves from the warehouse to depots, prevent stock-outs, and manage the return of uninstalled devices to QA for repair. Inventory and cost control: Keep unaccounted inventory loss of gas, cylinders and devices below 2% through strong processes and controls, and keep delivery costs within budget through route planning, truck optimisation and smart use of technology. Vendor payments and reconciliation: Work with Procurement and Finance to make sure gas suppliers and other vendors are paid on time and in line with laid down credit terms, and that gas payments are fully reconciled. Customer experience: Coach riders on customer care, run regular refresher trainings, track CSAT, NPS and resolution times, and carry out customer check-ins to verify product quality and resolve escalations quickly. Expansion and innovation: Identify new depots and shops that meet LPG storage requirements, pilot new delivery methods (e.g. motorcycles or tuk-tuks), and report regularly to management on results and optimisation opportunities. Regulatory compliance: Make sure the business holds all required licences and complies with Uganda’s regulations for LPG storage, handling and distribution.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, Business Administration or a related field. At least 4 years of experience in logistics, supply chain or last-mile delivery operations, ideally in LPG, FMCG, e-commerce or ride-hailing/delivery networks. Experience managing field teams and managing large networks of riders, drivers or agents. Experience managing third-party vendors and suppliers, including negotiating contracts and payment terms. Strong data skills, with the ability to use data and delivery management software to make resolutions and improve efficiency. A track record of spearheading process improvement projects and controlling costs. Knowledge of LPG safety standards and Uganda’s regulatory environment is a strong plus. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment. A passion for clean energy access and serving underserved communities.

What Sun King offers

Professional growth in a dynamic, rapidly expanding, high-social-impact industry An open-minded, collaborative culture made up of enthusiastic colleagues who are driven by the challenge of innovation towards profound impact on people and the planet. A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds. Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Sun Center for Leadership.

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