General Manager - Trading Operations (PSS08119)

Personnel Search Services Group; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Personnel Search Services Group in Mumbai seeks a General Manager to lead import-export and trading operations, oversee P&L, accounting, processing and documentation for supply chain and warehousing. The role drives growth through technology enablement and strong team leadership across HR, purchasing, sales and marketing.

You will work closely with the founder and CEO to build a sustainable, ROI-focused organization, manage cross-border trade, liaise with suppliers, and deploy systems to boost

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of leadership experience in import-export and trading, preferably consumer goods or industrial products.
• Experience reporting to senior executives including CEO and promoter.
• Deep understanding of import-export operations, supply chain, and ROI-driven leadership.
• Proven ability to build and lead management teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-suite trading operations, including import-export, logistics, and warehousing.
• Oversee P&L, accounting, processing, and documentation for supply chain activities.
• Liaise with global suppliers daily to resolve bottlenecks and maintain smooth operations.
• Drive cross-selling and upselling across product categories to expand sales and procurement.
• Collaborate with founder/CEO to manage technology deployment and organizational growth.

Skills

Leadership

P&L oversight

Strategic thinking

ROI focus

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/logistics or related field

Tools

ERP software

Supply chain software

Job description

About The Company

A well-established international procurement organization supporting a diversified group with a presence across multiple African markets, with interests spanning retail, wholesale, FMCG, and pharmaceutical distribution. The organization manages global procurement, logistics, and warehousing operations, sourcing a broad range of products from Asian markets.

About The Company

A well-established international procurement organization supporting a diversified group with a presence across multiple African markets, with interests spanning retail, wholesale, FMCG, and pharmaceutical distribution. The organization manages global procurement, logistics, and warehousing operations, sourcing a broad range of products from Asian markets.

Position Overview

The General Manager role exists to lead business and import-export operations, overseeing P&L, accounting, processing, and documentation related to supply chain and warehousing. This position drives organizational development through technology enablement and team leadership across human resources, purchase, sales, and marketing. The role reports jointly to the CEO and the promoter, balancing leadership and individual contribution to build a sustainable, growth-oriented organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Build out a full-suite trading company and cultivate an evolving organizational culture aligned with business goals.
• Oversee daily business operations including P&L management, accounting, processing, and documentation for supply chain and warehousing activities.
• Liaise with global suppliers daily to proactively resolve supply chain bottlenecks and ensure smooth operations.
• Drive cross-selling and upselling of services across product categories with key African clients to expand sales and procurement business.
• Collaborate closely with the company’s founder and Chief Executive to manage organizational activities spanning technology, human resources, procurement, and sales.
• Build and lead management teams to establish a sustainable organization capable of long‑term growth.
• Implement technology enablement and deploy software systems to enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure financial discipline with a strong focus on ROI in all business decisions.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Experience: 12-15 years in import-export and trading business, preferably in consumer goods, consumer appliances, food, agri-commodities, or industrial goods.
• Leadership: Proven ability to build and lead management teams, influence promoter-led organizations, and report directly to senior executives including CEO and promoter.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of import-export operations, supply chain management, P&L oversight, and technology deployment in trading environments.
• Soft Skills: Outcome-driven, detail-oriented, ambitious, with perseverance, resilience, and a strong ROI focus. Ability to deliver quick wins while committing to long‑term organizational growth.

Why Consider this Opportunity?

• Lead a critical business unit within a financially strong and strategically significant international procurement operation.
• Shape and grow a full-suite trading company with evolving organizational culture and technology enablement.
• Engage directly with senior leadership including CEO and promoter, influencing key strategic and operational decisions.
• Drive cross-border trade and supply chain excellence across diverse product categories and markets.
• Opportunity to deliver measurable business impact through P&L ownership and operational leadership.