Executive General Manager

1 week ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Headhunters Full time R2 000 000 - R2 500 000 per year

Our client, a leader in the FMCG Wholesale sector and based in Ormonde, Johannesburg; is looking to employ an experienced and business -mind General Manager to their team.

A proven track record of at least seven years leading FMCG operations & sales, with significantly high revenue / turnover, will secure this appointment.

This is a senior level appointment.

Requirements:

  • Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 7 years in leadership roles. FMCG sector experience is advantageous.
  • Proven record in leading operations and sales with significant turnover.
  • Strategic and forward-thinking.
  • Decisive and confident under pressure.
  • Innovative and agile.
  • Strong relationship builder with negotiation skills.
  • Financially astute.
  • Resilient and adaptable.

Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:

Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and execute a business strategy to maintain market leadership and meet customer needs.
  • Drive innovation and transformation in FMCG operations and retail and wholesale sales.
  • Identify and capitalise on expansion opportunities, including new business and market penetration.
  • Foster an executive mindset that embraces agility, resilience and continuous improvement.

Human Capital Management

  • Build and lead a high-performing team.
  • Guide the management team and talent to enhance leadership and workforce efficiency.
  • Promote organisational health and employee growth while supporting diversity, inclusion and engagement.
  • Oversee divisions to optimise productivity while maintaining a strong corporate culture.

General Management

  • Ensure smooth day-to-day operations across sales, marketing and business development.
  • Strengthen operational efficiency through effective management practices.
  • Implement risk management strategies and ensure compliance.
  • Align business objectives with sustainability and community initiatives.

Financial Budgeting and Management

  • Lead the formulation and execution of divisional budgets to ensure profitability and cost optimisation.
  • Drive business plans, strategies and turnover for sustainable growth.
  • Maintain strong relationships with members and financial teams to enhance fiscal health.
  • Implement financial controls, performance metrics and accountability measures.

Customer and Market Relationships

  • Establish customer-focused business relationships to enhance brand loyalty, market share and business growth.
  • Use data analytics to monitor competition and market trends.
  • Build strong partnerships with members, suppliers and stakeholders.
  • Oversee pricing and promotional strategies to maintain competitiveness.

Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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