General Manager

Premier Human Capital Corporation; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 81 000 - 123 000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified enterprise in Gauteng seeks a high-calibre General Manager to oversee and coordinate operations across multiple sectors including fuel retail, pharmacy, and mining services. The candidate must have 8–12 years of leadership experience and be capable of managing various projects while driving profitability. A Bachelor's degree and strong financial acumen are essential. This role involves strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and leading a full team of department heads. Family accommodation is offered as part of the remuneration.

Benefits

Family Accommodation

Qualifications

• 8–12 years’ leadership experience in multi-sector environments.
• Experience in petroleum retail, pharmaceuticals, or mining services.
• Proven ability to manage cash flow and interpret financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Translate executive directives into operational plans and KPIs.
• Manage daily operations across various sectors.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and maintain audit readiness.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field

MBA/Master’s degree

Job description

A fast-growing and diversified enterprise, is seeking a high-calibre General Manager (GM) to oversee and coordinate operations across its multi-sector portfolio. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic right-hand leader to the Managing Partner and Managing Director, ensuring operational excellence, strong financial control, and effective execution of business strategy.

With operations spanning two filling stations, a pharmacy, trading contracts, waste collection services, agro projects, and mining-related activities, and an annual turnover exceeding ZMW 100 million, this role requires a seasoned leader capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while driving profitability and growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Execution
   • Translate Executive Management directives into actionable operational plans and KPIs.
   • Develop business plans, feasibility assessments, and growth strategies for new ventures.
   • Prepare board-level presentations, executive briefs, and industry analysis reports.
2. Oversight of Multi-Sector Projects & Contracts
   • Manage daily operations across fuel retail, pharmacy, trading, waste management, agro-supply, and mining support services.
   • Ensure contract compliance, timely execution, and sustained profitability.
   • Evaluate project risks, pricing structures, cash flow needs, and operational feasibility.
3. Financial Stewardship & Cash Flow Management
   • Read, interpret, and apply financial statements, budgets, and variance reports.
   • Work closely with Finance on prioritizing payments, expenditures, and capital allocation.
   • Support financing processes through well-prepared business plans and financial models.
4. Leadership, Staff Management & Reporting
   • Lead a full team of department heads and ensure strong accountability frameworks.
   • Serve as an operational bridge between staff and Executive Management.
   • Consolidate all reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly) into clear and accurate management reports.
5. Compliance, Governance & Risk Control
   • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements: ERB, ZAMRA, ZRA, environmental, mining, and labor standards.
   • Strengthen internal controls in stock management, procurement, cash handling, and asset protection.
   • Maintain audit readiness and effective documentation across all units.
6. External Relations & Representation
   • Represent company in negotiations with suppliers, clients, regulators, and partners.
   • Prepare proposals, tender documents, financing applications, and corporate profiles.
   • Uphold and project the company’s brand reputation in all engagements.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• MBA/Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• 8–12 years’ leadership experience in multi-sector, industrial, or operational environments.
• Experience in at least two sectors: petroleum retail, pharmaceuticals, trading, waste management, agro projects, or mining services.
• Proven ability to interpret financial statements and manage cash flow.
• Demonstrated experience preparing business plans, feasibility studies, and investor/board presentations.
• Strong project management background with the ability to juggle multiple projects concurrently.

Core Competencies

• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• Strategic planning and structured execution
• Excellent communication & presentation skills
• Multi-project management and prioritization
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to enforce systems, controls, and operational discipline
• High-level analytical and problem‑solving skills

Remuneration

• Family Accomodation

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