General Manager - Sales and Operations

Our client, a market leader, based in Kempton Park (JHB) is looking to employ an experienced and dynamic General Manager -  Sales & Operations; who has a strong business acumen and a successful track record!

An awesome career opportunity awaits.

Requirements:

• Have a sound understanding of a medium size company operations and the ability to manage staff and lead the strategies by example.
• Have a strong business acumen.
• Have a successful track record in sales and marketing to a diverse industry portfolio, with preference in the Raw material Chemical field.
• Have a strong list of Industry contacts.
• Can recognize and grow opportunities in a fast paced and fluid operation.

The key responsibilities of the position:

• The design and implementation of the business strategies, plans and procedures, in consultation with two sales managers and their sales teams across a diverse business operation into the
  • Construction,
  • Coatings, Plastics,
  • Food and
  • Chemical raw material industries.
• The setting of comprehensive goals for performance and growth in conjunction with the CEO and maintaining and growing a monthly Sales budget for the group.
• Participation with the management team in the establishment of policies that promote company culture and vision.
• The overseeing of the daily operations of the company and the work of Sales, Marketing and Logistics operations and team.
• The leading of employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication.
• The valuation of performance by analyzing and interpreting data.
• The writing and submitting of reports to the CEO in all matter of importance.
• The management of vendors / suppliers in conjunction with the management team or as appropriate
• The development and introduction of new products on a continuous basis.
• Direct account management on selective customers.

Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying please consider your application unsuccessful.