General Manager EE

To aggressively grow the business, in accordance with business growth plans and budgets, by actively positioning the brand and products, selling products and services to the local market, and ensuring the effective coordination of operational processes in order to deliver service as contractually agreed with clients.

Manages the following geographic area: Port Elizabeth and East London

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Sales Management
Actively markets and sells products and services of the business to achieve agreed sales targets.
Acts as primary contact between clients and the business for purposes of:
negotiating prices within the parameters of the Authority Framework
providing customised solutions
problem/issue resolution
Engages with clients on a regular basis to maintain sound relationships.
Manages client concerns relating to service delivery and ensures resolution thereof.
Stays abreast of changing market and competitor trends.
Compiles and reports sales statistics on a weekly basis.
Maintains a current and updated database on all clients in own portfolio.
Keeps informed of legislative requirements pertaining our industry.
Provides customised solutions through an in-depth understanding of specific client needs.
Prepares and presents business proposals to existing and potential clients as required.
Management
Develops strategic plans for the growth of the business whilst considering the financial, operational and technical capabilities of the business.
Manages the resources by proper work allocation with a focus on timely reviews, results management in order to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the team.
Recognises areas where cost reduction can be achieved and then see to it that initiatives are set in place to achieve the expected cost savings.
Ensures effective service delivery in line with SLA''s, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
Financial Management
Focuses on maximizing revenues and minimizing operational costs in order to drive profits.
Ensures that all financial reports are submitted on time and are accurate and in keeping with the standards set out by the company.
Ensures that all purchasing decisions are taken and negotiated in accordance with the objectives of the organisation.
Compiles and manages the regional budget in line with budgetary guidelines.
Ensures compliance to the Authority Framework and other financial guidelines.
Identifies opportunities and motivates for re-investment into regional business to ensure growth and sustainability.
Risk Management
Enforces the implementation of risk management policies, procedures and regulations as set forth in the operation of the business.
Ensures compliance to all aspects of the OSH Act.
Reports ''unique'' business risks such as new competitors, security, fire, and other.
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