Senior Manager; Value Chain at NMB Bank – October 2026

Job Overview

NMB Bank Plc is seeking one (1) Senior Manager; Value Chain to join its team at the Head Office.

The role is responsible for driving ecosystem and value chain banking by structuring and managing end-to-end client ecosystems, with a focus on increasing deposits, digital adoption and revenue through strategic collaboration and integration of value chain participants.

Main Responsibilities

Ecosystem & Value Chain Strategy

• Lead the development and execution of ecosystem banking strategies.
• Identify, negotiate and oversee strategic partnerships with anchor corporates, fintechs, institutions and other key value chain stakeholders.
• Design and implement commercially viable, mutually beneficial ecosystem solutions connecting anchor clients with distributors, dealers, suppliers, MSMEs and other ecosystem participants.
• Lead the development and conversion of value chain business pipelines.
• Identify emerging sectors, underserved value chains and new business models.

Business Development & Partnerships

• Work with Corporate Relationship Managers and business segment leaders to identify and consolidate leads.
• Support onboarding of value chain participants and increase cross-selling of banking products and services.
• Lead strategic stakeholder engagements and complex commercial negotiations.
• Oversee optimization of ecosystem relationships and portfolios.
• Manage relationships with corporate clients and multinational organizations.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead and coordinate teams across:
  • Corporate Banking
  • Business Banking
  • Retail Banking
  • Transaction Banking
  • Digital Banking
  • Risk
  • Operations
• Drive implementation of ecosystem banking strategies across branches and business units.
• Sponsor and guide multifunctional teams in developing standardized processes for structuring, pricing, packaging and implementing scalable ecosystem solutions.

Performance & Commercial Management

• Establish and oversee a robust ecosystem business pipeline.
• Review and analyze monthly ecosystem banking performance.
• Provide commercial insights, financial analysis and analytical tools to support:
  • Pricing decisions
  • Deal evaluation
  • Profitability management
  • Overall ecosystem business performance
• Oversee preparation and presentation of management reports, business dashboards, pipeline updates and strategic recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement of ecosystem banking workflows.

Vendors & External Partners

• Oversee collaboration with external vendors, fintechs and third-party service providers.
• Develop scalable business-generation models.
• Optimize operational processes and customer experience.

Risk, Governance & People Management

• Ensure ecosystem banking initiatives comply with the bank’s risk appetite, internal policies, regulatory requirements and governance standards.
• Lead, coach and develop ecosystem banking teams.
• Promote an inclusive and collaborative working environment.
• Support teamwork and achievement of shared business objectives.

Knowledge and Skills

Candidates should have:

• Extensive experience in financial services and product management.
• In-depth knowledge of value chain and ecosystem banking models.
• Proven ability to identify and structure ecosystem opportunities across Wholesale and Retail client segments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of banking products, including cash management, trade finance and other banking solutions.
• Understanding of key economic sectors such as mining, trade and manufacturing.
• Expertise in Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning processes.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications and process mapping techniques.
• Understanding of marketing principles and ability to translate marketing strategies into practical business plans.
• Experience organizing and facilitating business activities such as training sessions, B2B workshops and seminars.
• Good understanding of market dynamics and strong communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills across cultures and geographies.
• Strong networking, coaching and mentoring abilities.
• Leadership skills.
• Project management capabilities and the ability to influence or lead cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Banking, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in the banking or financial services industry.
• At least 4 years’ experience in Ecosystem/Value Chain Management.
• Experience managing relationships with corporate clients and multinational organizations.
• Knowledge and experience in supply chain/value chain management, including developing and managing ecosystem partnerships.
• Strong understanding of corporate banking products, client acquisition, relationship management and business development.

Position Details

Job Title: Senior Manager; Value Chain
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Head Office, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time
Opening Date: 01 October 2026
Closing Date: 15 October 2026

Equal Opportunity

NMB Bank Plc states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving a gender-balanced workforce.

Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

NMB Bank also states that it does not charge any fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Candidates who receive requests for payment should disregard them.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the NMB Bank careers portal:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Application Deadline: 15 October 2026