Business Head

Riseup Management; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Riseup Management in Durban, South Africa is seeking an experienced Senior Leader to drive strategic direction and oversee day-to-day operations across departments. You will manage budgets, champion growth opportunities, and lead diverse teams to achieve revenue targets while ensuring compliance and strong stakeholder relationships.

The role requires a robust background in senior leadership, financial acumen, and a proven track record in managing complex operations within manufacturing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Commerce, Operations Management, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification advantageous.
• Minimum of 8–10 years’ management experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience managing budgets, operations and people.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Identify opportunities for growth, expansion and operational improvement.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities.
• Oversee daily business operations to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure all departments meet established performance standards.
• Develop and manage annual budgets.
• Monitor revenue, costs and profitability.
• Review financial reports and take corrective action where necessary.
• Drive sales growth and achievement of revenue targets.
• Develop and maintain key customer and stakeholder relationships.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Lead, mentor and develop management teams.
• Ensure effective workforce planning and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation, health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Identify and manage business risks.
• Compliance and risk management.
• Employee engagement and retention.
• Successful implementation of strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Change management

People management

Conflict resolution

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/Commerce/Operations Management

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Commerce, Operations Management, or a related field.


• Postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) advantageous.


• Minimum of 8 to 10 years' management experience.


• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.


• Experience managing budgets, operations, and people.


• Manufacturing, distribution, or industrial experience advantageous.


• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.


• Financial and commercial acumen.


• Conflict resolution and people management.


• Project and change management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement business strategies aligned with company objectives.


• Identify opportunities for growth, expansion, and operational improvement.


• Monitor market trends and competitor activities.


• Oversee daily business operations to ensure efficiency and productivity.


• Ensure all departments meet established performance standards.


• Develop and manage annual budgets.


• Monitor revenue, costs, and profitability.


• Review financial reports and take corrective action where necessary.


• Drive sales growth and achievement of revenue targets.


• Develop and maintain key customer and stakeholder relationships.


• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.


• Lead, mentor, and develop management teams.


• Ensure effective workforce planning and succession planning.


• Ensure compliance with labour legislation, health and safety regulations, and company policies.


• Identify and manage business risks.


• Compliance and risk management.


• Employee engagement and retention.


• Successful implementation of strategic initiatives.