Business Unit Manager

2 weeks ago

Germiston, South Africa Komatsu Full time

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Overview
The purpose of this position is of tactical nature and is focused on continuous improvement, and operational excellence in line with business requirements and sustainability. Priorities include collaboration with supporting functions to support and achieve production targets as well as providing direction and leadership within area of responsibility to achieve zero harm and a high standard of quality in order to meet customer requirements.
Key Job Responsibilities
Management of team members through the adherence of company policies and procedures
Management of resources and costs to ensure that productivity, recoveries, turnaround time and sales targets are met
Ensures compliance to production schedules, machine build plans, quality processes, efficiency standards and WIP
Drive CI initiatives to ensure operational excellence (OpEx)
Drives strategic plan for the business unit/s to ensure business grows in a sustainable manner
Align resource requirements with capacity plan and conduct forward looking exercises to create predictability
Promote the K-way and the Monozukuri principles of Komatsu
Maintain and manage all equipment and tools
Training and mentoring staff; motivating them all for effective performance for the general growth of the company
Analyze and explore market trends; identifying new opportunities to grow the business
Coordinate with other HOD’s and managers to integrate objectives and ideas for organizational growth

Qualifications/Requirements
Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or similar qualification) and/or Production Management
Studing towards Post Graduate Qualification in Business and/or Project Management will be advantageous.
Metallurgist knowledge and experience will be advantageous/beneficial.
Supervisory/Management Course - Focused on People Management
3-5 years’ experience working at a middle management level within an Engineering/Industrial environment
Must have experience in executing plans, delivering business goals, and implementing changes in order to achieve or exceed targets
Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing and lean principles
Previous experience working within and or managing a unionized workforce
Advanced computer literacy in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Experience using ERP’s (SAP)
Must have driver’s license and own transport

Behavioral compentencies
Ability to work well under pressure and deliver on commitments under adverse circumstances
Ability to resolve conflict situations in a methodical manner
Must have good communication skills to liaise with cross-functional departments
Must have strong analytical skills and be able to work effectively without close management
Problem-solving ability is essential to identify root causes and implement solutions
Able to use delegation as a key leadership tool while sharing knowledge and ideas with others
Able to execute set priorities and deliver on promises in stipulated timeframes
Must have a strategic mindset coupled with a plan and a vision for the future
Must take accountability for actions and results
Must have the ability to develop and implement innovative ideas to improve business performance
Must be reliable, trustworthy, and ethical

Only applicants whose skills, competencies and experience best match the above requirements will be invited for an interview.

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