General Manager - KZN
GEOTECH · Durban · as per advert
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An established national service-based organisation is looking for an experienced General Manager to lead its KZN operation.
This is a senior leadership role for someone who is commercially driven, operationally strong and experienced in B2B sales and business development . We are looking for someone who has grown through the ranks , understands how a business operates from the ground up, and is confident leading people, driving growth and managing financial performance.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead the overall performance of the KZN operation.
- Drive business growth, revenue and profitability.
- Manage operational performance and service delivery.
- Take responsibility for budgets and overall financial performance.
- Understand and manage the key drivers behind the income statement and balance sheet.
- Lead, develop and manage teams.
- Involved in the sales team
- Identify opportunities to grow existing and new business.
- Maintain strong customer relationships.
- Manage operational and commercial risk.
- Contribute at EXCO level and provide clear reporting on business performance.
- Ensure the business remains relevant, competitive and sustainable.
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Degree or Diploma in Business Management, Commerce, Operations or a related field.
- Minimum 8 years' relevant management experience , with clear career progression.
- Experience as a General Manager, Operations Manager, Commercial Manager, Regional Manager or senior Branch Manager . Previous experience in B2B Sales required for this role
- Strong operational and commercial management experience.
- Experience reporting into EXCO or senior executive management .
- Proven people management and leadership experience.
- Experience managing and growing a branch, region or business unit.
- Strong understanding of budgets, income statements, balance sheets, profitability, margins and financial performance .
- Commercially minded with exposure to sales, business development and revenue growth .
- Strong customer and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in a service-driven environment is essential
Package & Remuneration
R1.2 ctc (negotiable) plus incentives and bonus