Regional Manager

Network Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lead regional operation

Dynamic environment

Career growth

Job summary

Network Recruitment is seeking a Regional Manager in South Africa to own branch performance, drive growth, and deliver excellence in operations. The role requires leading high-performing teams and a strong commercial mindset within the engineering and technical services sector.

The candidate should have 4–5 years of management experience in a technical environment, with SAP knowledge and advanced MS Office skills. Excellent leadership and stakeholder management are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or related field.
• 4–5 years of management experience in technical/engineering environment.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in SAP and structured operational processes a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive branch profitability, revenue growth, and overall operational performance.
• Lead and manage sales activities to achieve and exceed targets and build a strong pipeline of opportunities.
• Oversee project execution with delivery against financial and operational objectives.
• Monitor branch expenses, procurement, stock management and cost control; ensure safety and quality standards.
• Provide regular reporting on branch and project profitability to senior management; develop staff and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

People development

Education

Engineering or Business degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead Operations, Drive Growth, Deliver Excellence

A well-established organisation within the engineering and technical services sector is seeking an experienced Regional Manager to take ownership of branch performance, operational excellence, business growth, and customer satisfaction. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader with a strong commercial mindset and a passion for developing high-performing teams.

Must have experience in manufactory / heavy equipment industry ONLY.

Key Responsibilities

As the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Driving branch profitability, revenue growth, and overall operational performance.
• Leading and managing sales activities to achieve and exceed budgeted targets.
• Ensuring a strong pipeline of opportunities, tenders, and successful contract conversions.
• Implementing and monitoring sales strategies, processes, and performance metrics.
• Managing branch operations to ensure efficiency, productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Overseeing project execution and ensuring delivery against financial and operational objectives.
• Monitoring branch expenses, procurement, stock management, and overall cost control.
• Analysing business performance and implementing corrective actions where required.
• Leading, coaching, and developing employees to maximise performance and engagement.
• Managing performance reviews, succession planning, and staff development initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Supporting labour relations processes in accordance with applicable legislation.
• Providing regular reporting and feedback on branch and project profitability to senior management.
• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
• 4-5 years' management experience within a technical, engineering, industrial, or related environment.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Proven experience managing operational and commercial performance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Technical and engineering industry exposure is highly advantageous.
• Previous sales or business development experience would be beneficial.
• SAP knowledge and exposure to structured operational processes will be advantageous.
• Strategic thinking and planning
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Results-driven and commercially focused
• High levels of integrity and accountability
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Customer-centric approach
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to lead a significant regional operation.
• A dynamic environment where you can make a measurable impact.
• Exposure to both operational and commercial leadership responsibilities.
• Career growth within a reputable and established organisation.

Interested?