Job Description

GM - Sales and Operations (JB4287)
Roodepoort, Johannesburg
R80 000 - R100 000 CTC per month
Medical Aid, Pension Fund, Group Risk Benefits
Permanent

This role presents a unique opportunity to lead operations in the Sub-Saharan African markets, spearheading sales, marketing, and distribution management.
As GM, you'll drive growth, foster customer relationships, and ensure profitability across the workforce and manufacturing operations in the region.

Minimum Requirements:
Completed commerce-related degree.
5 or more years of experience in a similar role as GM/ Operations Manager with a focus on sales.
Extensive experience in managing sales teams and driving revenue growth, previous Sub-Saharan Africa experience advantageous.
Strong financial acumen, demonstrated through experience in budgeting, forecasting, and PL management.
Comprehensive understanding of the industrial machinery industry, including market dynamics, customer needs, and competitors.
Ability to travel extensively within the Sub-Saharan region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and implement sales strategies to drive revenue growth in the Sub-Saharan Africa region.
Lead and motivate sales, operations, and technical staff to achieve targets and objectives.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities and partnerships.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
Analyse market trends and competitor activities to inform decision-making.
With the assistance of relevant direct reports; manage both branch and manufacturing operations, overseeing administrative, sales, and production activities.
Manage budgets, forecasting sales, and monitoring financial performance.
Ensure compliance with all local and corporate legal, statutory, and safety requirements.
Stay abreast of industry developments and best practices to drive continuous improvement.

Please email your comprehensive CV to resumes@kontak.catsone.com and quote JB4287 in the subject line
For full JD & to apply online https://www.kontak.co.za/vacancies.php
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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