General Manager - Motion Metrics Africa

Weir; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

As the General Manager of Motion Metrics Africa, you will lead and oversee the business unit, responsible for strategic initiatives, account management, and achieving revenue targets within a specific African sub-region. Join Weir, a global leader in sustainable engineering solutions, committed to fostering a supportive environment for your career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Postgraduate qualifications such as an MBA are advantageous.
• Experience in team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Motion Metrics Africa team and projects to meet business objectives.
• Develop business and manage accounts using technical expertise.
• Collaborate with sales to set budgets and meet financial targets.

Skills

Team Management

Technical Sales

Operational Management

Safety Culture Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Postgraduate qualifications in commerce or management

Job description

Purpose of Role : As the General Manager of the Motion Metrics Africa business unit, you will lead the team and play a key role in its success. You will have direct responsibility for account management and business development within a specific African sub-region, spending significant time on mine sites to assist customers with our technology. You will be accountable for achieving revenue and growth targets for Motion Metrics Africa, working closely with sales, support, and operations teams to execute strategic initiatives.

Why choose Weir :

Join a global organization committed to building a better future. At Weir, we constantly innovate, adapt, and seek sustainable ways to access resources, enabling us to meet the world's growing needs. We believe in empowering our employees to do their best work and to shape their careers in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Technical Sales : Develop business and manage accounts within your region, using your technical expertise to address customer challenges with Motion Metrics solutions.
• Revenue and P&L : Collaborate with the sales team to set budgets, forecast, and meet financial targets.
• Operational Management : Lead the Motion Metrics Africa team and projects to meet business objectives.
• Safety : Uphold a 100% commitment to safety and develop a world-class safety culture.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Postgraduate qualifications in commerce or management, such as an MBA, are advantageous.
• Experience in team management and delivering results.
• Experience in digital/software solutions within industrial applications, especially in mining or processing sectors, is preferred.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a leading engineering company dedicated to making mining operations smarter and more sustainable. We aim to reduce energy, water, and waste in metal and mineral production, supporting a low-carbon future. Our global team of 11,000 talented individuals is committed to excellence.

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