General Manager

SUMMARY:
 
Main Job Purpose:
The General Manager - Cape Town is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the CEO. The primary
purpose of this position is to lead, manage, and grow the Cape Town branch, overseeing a team of
professionals, including account managers, sales specialists, operational staff, and administrative
personnel.
 
The role focuses on driving business growth, managing operations, and ensuring profitability while
maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
 
Minimum Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management or a related field. A masters degree is preferred.
• 10+ years of managerial experience, preferably in ICT or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of tender processes and government contract management.
• Proven track record in revenue generation and branch management.

• Extensive experience in managing client and operational portfolios.
• Proven success in sales, strategic planning, and financial management.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to develop and implement business plans.
• Proficiency in financial and operational management tools.
• Strong knowledge of ICT solutions and government tender regulations.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Implement competitive pricing and operational strategies.

• Promote a culture of innovation by adopting new technologies and practices.
• Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency.

• Develop and oversee the branch budget, ensuring profitability.
• Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly operational performance reports for the Managing Director and other Meetings.
• Track key metrics, such as project timelines, service quality, and resource utilisation.
• Provide insights on operational trends and areas for improvement.

• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure financial policies and practices are effectively implemented.
• Provide leadership to the Cape Town branch, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Develop and Execute Strategic plans to achieve branch goals.
• Recruit, train, and mentor staff to build a high-performing team.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development.

• Ensure adherence to all regulations, policies, and industry standards.
• Implement risk management strategies for sustainable operations.

• Manage all client services, including tender applications and government contracts.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and resolve client issues promptly.

• Drive revenue growth through effective sales strategies and relationship building.
• Set and monitor sales targets, account plans, and performance metrics.

• Responsible for the overall success, profitability and service delivery of the Cape Town branch.
• Achieve revenue and operational targets as outlined in the strategic plan.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.

POSITION INFO:

Main Job Purpose:
The General Manager - Cape Town is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the CEO. The primary
purpose of this position is to lead, manage, and grow the Cape Town branch, overseeing a team of
professionals, including account managers, sales specialists, operational staff, and administrative
personnel.

The role focuses on driving business growth, managing operations, and ensuring profitability while
maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.

Minimum Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management or a related field. A masters degree is preferred.
• 10+ years of managerial experience, preferably in ICT or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of tender processes and government contract management.
• Proven track record in revenue generation and branch management.

• Extensive experience in managing client and operational portfolios.
• Proven success in sales, strategic planning, and financial management.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to develop and implement business plans.
• Proficiency in financial and operational management tools.
• Strong knowledge of ICT solutions and government tender regulations.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Implement competitive pricing and operational strategies.

• Promote a culture of innovation by adopting new technologies and practices.
• Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency.

• Develop and oversee the branch budget, ensuring profitability.
• Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly operational performance reports for the Managing Director and other Meetings.
• Track key metrics, such as project timelines, service quality, and resource utilisation.
• Provide insights on operational trends and areas for improvement.

• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure financial policies and practices are effectively implemented.
• Provide leadership to the Cape Town branch, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Develop and Execute Strategic plans to achieve branch goals.
• Recruit, train, and mentor staff to build a high-performing team.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development.

• Ensure adherence to all regulations, policies, and industry standards.
• Implement risk management strategies for sustainable operations.

• Manage all client services, including tender applications and government contracts.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and resolve client issues promptly.

• Drive revenue growth through effective sales strategies and relationship building.
• Set and monitor sales targets, account plans, and performance metrics.

• Responsible for the overall success, profitability and service delivery of the Cape Town branch.
• Achieve revenue and operational targets as outlined in the strategic plan.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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