Timber Supply Business - Taranaki

Platform 1; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform 1 is seeking a General Manager in Taranaki, New Zealand, to drive strategic operations and business growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and business development skills. Responsibilities include implementing strategic plans, managing relationships, and enhancing productivity. A hands-on approach and a desire to become a business partner over time are essential. Interested candidates should reach out for a confidential discussion with Mike Warmington or submit their CV and Cover Letter quoting 'Timber'.

Qualifications

• Will and want to be a business owner over time.
• Hands-on and practical approach to running the business.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic plans for successful operations.
• Drive the business growth through effective strategies.
• Manage relationships and improve productivity.

Skills

Commercially astute

Demonstrated leadership skills

Operational management

Business processes understanding

Relationship management

Sales skills

Financial literacy

Problem-solving ability

Job description

As the General Manager and working with the owners you will be responsible for implementing strategic plans for successful operations and profitable business growth. You will be a natural leader with strong business development skills to drive the business forward.

Key attributes we are looking for are:

• Commercially astute
• Demonstrated leadership skills with strength in operational management
• A good understanding of business processes and the key elements affecting productivity and quality
• Hands‑on and practical approach to running the business – willing to roll up your sleeves
• Relationship management and sales skills and able to implement strategies to drive the business forward
• Financial literacy with problem‑solving ability

Firstly, you need to have the “will and want” to be a business owner over time. This is a successful business that has a strong reputation and would benefit from a Business Partner who can add value to the business and help take it to further heights.

For a confidential discussion please call Mike Warmington on 021 187 4873 to discuss further, including how the equity component works through the Platform 1 process.

Alternatively CLICK HERE to express your interest including your CV and Cover Letter quoting Timber in the subject line.