The Global Operating System for the Motor Vehicle Sector

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Experience

15 years

Published

11 Jun 2026

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Skytop Mcarfix Ltd is the second senior-most executive, responsible for transforming SkyTOP's revolutionary vision into a high-performance, sustainable, and profitable global reality. Reporting directly to the CEO and President.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Execution: Translate the CEO's long-term vision into actionable annual operating plans and quarterly targets
Operational Oversight: Supervise daily operations ensuring seamless coordination between Product Development and Worldwide Business
Global Scalability: Drive operational expansion across Africa, APAC, and beyond
Performance Management: Establish and monitor comprehensive KPIs for all senior leadership
Resource Allocation: Oversee budget and capital allocation to ensure teams have necessary resources

Required Qualifications

MBA or Master's Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
15–20+ years of progressive leadership experience
At least 5 years as a COO, EVP, or equivalent in high-growth global tech firm
Proven experience managing multi-continental operations
Deep understanding of P&L management and financial modeling

Required Skills & Experience

15+ years progressive leadership in global operations
P&L management expertise and financial acumen
Multi-continental operations experience
Corporate governance and risk management
Talent management and culture building

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Role tags

executive leadership operations

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Chief Operating Officer (COO)