General Manager Truck Rental Kuilsriver

SPC Management Service Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Cape Town is looking for a General Manager to oversee branch operations. The successful candidate will lead the team in managing the fleet, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving financial performance. Required qualifications include Grade 12 and relevant tertiary studies, along with significant experience in logistics or truck rental. This full-time role offers an opportunity to shape the strategic direction of the branch.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial role, preferably in truck rental or logistics.
• Proven track record in sales and business development.
• Strong understanding of financial management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage branch staff to achieve operational goals.
• Oversee branch operations ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Manage customer relationships to ensure high satisfaction.
• Develop and execute strategies for business growth.
• Monitor financial performance for profitability.
• Identify and mitigate risks to the business.

Skills

Sales Experience

Time Management

Customer Service

Organizational skills

Computer Skills

Construction Experience

Generator Repair

Management Experience

Microsoft Outlook

Territory Management

Operations Management

Property Management

Education

Grade 12

Relevant Tertiary studies

Job description

Introduction

Our client, a national truck rental company, is seeking to employ a General Manager to lead the team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of daily and strategic operations including leading staff managing the fleet ensuring customer satisfaction and overseeing financial performance and compliance. Key duties include business development, operational efficiency, risk management and implementing strategies to drive revenue and profitability for the business.

Key responsibilities

• Leadership and staff management: Recruit, train and manage staff to achieve branch goals and foster a positive work environment.
• Operational oversight: Manage daily operations including administration, finances and risk management while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Fleet and customer management: Oversee the maintenance and usage of the vehicle fleet and ensure high levels of customer service by resolving complaints and building client loyalty.
• Business development: Develop and execute business plans, identify new business opportunities and work to increase sales and revenue through sales targets and customer relationships.
• Financial management: Manage budgets and resources and monitor financial performance to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability.
• Risk and compliance: Identify and mitigate risks and ensure the branch operates within established legal and regulatory parameters.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12

Relevant Tertiary studies

Truck Rental / Logistics Experience

In line with our clients recruitment requirements relevant background checks will be completed

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Sales Experience, Time Management, Customer Service, Organizational skills, Computer Skills, Construction Experience, Generator Repair, Management Experience, Microsoft Outlook, Territory Management, Operations Management, Property Management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1