General Manager Jhb

Magnet Service Binder; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution service provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced General Manager to streamline operations, manage cross-functional teams, and enhance performance across various departments. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in general management, strong financial skills, and experience with ERP systems. This role involves overseeing procurement, production, and delivery processes to meet production targets and operational excellence, ensuring compliance with quality standards. A competitive hourly salary and full-time position are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in General management, ideally in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Proven success in leading multi-department teams and delivering operational results.
• Excellent people leadership skills, with the ability to delegate, develop, and hold others accountable.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire operational flow — from order intake through production, procurement, warehousing, and delivery.
• Lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage inventory levels, stock accuracy, procurement timelines, and vendor performance.

Skills

Operational efficiency

Financial acumen

People leadership

Conflict resolution

ERP systems knowledge

Education

Diploma or Degree in General Management, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Syspro

Job description

General Manager – Magnet Binder Services Working Hours : 07 : 30 to 16 : 30 Monday to Thursday07 : 30 to 15 : 30 Friday As we continue to grow and evolve, we're looking for a seasoned General Manager to optimise and oversee the operational backbone of the business — from procurement and production, to finance, inventory, and logistics.

ABOUT US Magnet Service Binder (South Africa) cc is the sole distributor of all Binder, Kendrion, Siegerland, Linnig and Merobel brake products in Africa, we are also the distributor of Binder solenoids, Wistro Force cooling and EMG thrusters.

We combine decades of expertise, advanced equipment, and a commitment to service excellence to deliver high-quality products to clients across the continent.

Our company has served the market since

• and has a wide knowledge of components such as clutches, brakes, drum brakes, disk brakes, force cooling permanent and electromagnets as well as A.C / D.C solenoids.

Our products serve a wide spectrum of the light and heavy industry from : Equipment manufacturing industry Lifting and materials handling technology Paper-making and printing machines Heavy machinery construction Industrial engine applications Our products are held in large quantities ensuring the shortest possible delivery time.

Our innovative Team of 30 employees can react quickly to market changes and special customer requirements.

With our staff's strong technical knowledge we can solve most of your braking and access control needs or requirements.

We also offer an extensive service to our customers by fitting brakes to motors, extension of fan cowls and fitting of force cooling to motors to mention a few.

All these processes are being continuously supervised by a quality assurance system to ISO standard.

KEY OBJECTIVES

• Ensure seamless communication and coordination between sales, engineering, production, stores, buying, finance, and HR.
• Drive operational efficiencies across departments to reduce waste, optimise turnaround times, and improve profitability.
• Maintain and enforce quality assurance standards aligned with customer and supply expectations.
• Improve process reliability and consistency while reducing operational bottlenecks.
• Take accountability for day-to-day performance, budgets, staffing, and compliance.
• Work with heads of departments to manage the HR operations of the company.

Oversee the operations of the buying and stores departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the entire operational flow — from order intake through production, procurement, warehousing, and delivery.
• Lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage inventory levels, stock accuracy, procurement timelines, and vendor performance.
• Conduct regular reviews of department output, operational KPIs, budget variances, and cost controls.
• Work closely with finance manager.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, safety standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proactively resolve conflicts, performance gaps, and interpersonal challenges across departments.
• Serve as a systems watchdog — identifying inefficiencies and taking action to improve workflows (including leveraging software tools like Syspro and Wrike).
• Managing and controlling buying and stores departments.
• Oversee HR for the business.

REPORTING LINES

• The General Manager will be reporting directly to the managing member.
• The General Manager will report monthly to the Board of Members.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years of experience in General management, ideally in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Proven success in leading multi-department teams and delivering operational results.
• Strong financial acumen, with hands-on experience managing budgets and cost structures.
• Excellent people leadership skills, with the ability to delegate, develop, and hold others accountable.
• Confident in conflict resolution and negotiation, particularly across functional teams.
• Tech-savvy with a strong working knowledge of ERP systems (preferably Syspro).
• Fluency in English.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or Degree in General Management, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management.
• Exposure to Continuous Improvement practices.

Fluency in multiple South African languages is an advantage.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE IN 12 MONTHS

• Production targets are met consistently with reduced lead times and minimal waste.
• Clear accountability and structure across operations.
• A reliable, high-performing team with improved morale and communication.
• Improved stock accuracy and reduced procurement delays.
• Leadership team empowered with clean, real-time operational reporting.
• KPI Deliver on quoted delivery times.
• Optimisation of stock holding.

SENIORITY LEVEL Director

EMPLOYMENT TYPE Full-time

JOB FUNCTION & INDUSTRIES Management and Manufacturing Industrial Machinery Manufacturing