Johannesburg: Executive General Manager (FMCG Wholesale) posted by Headhunters

Our client, a leader in the FMCG Wholesale sector and based in Ormonde, Johannesburg; is looking to employ an experienced and business -mind General Manager to their team.

A proven track record of at least seven years leading FMCG operations & sales, with significantly high revenue / turnover, will secure this appointment.

This is a senior level appointment.

Requirements:

• Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years in leadership roles. FMCG sector experience is advantageous.
• Proven record in leading operations and sales with significant turnover.
• Strategic and forward-thinking.
• Decisive and confident under pressure.
• Innovative and agile.
• Strong relationship builder with negotiation skills.
• Financially astute.
• Resilient and adaptable.

Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a business strategy to maintain market leadership and meet customer needs.
• Drive innovation and transformation in FMCG operations and retail and wholesale sales.
• Identify and capitalise on expansion opportunities, including new business and market penetration.
• Foster an executive mindset that embraces agility, resilience and continuous improvement.

Human Capital Management

• Build and lead a high-performing team.
• Guide the management team and talent to enhance leadership and workforce efficiency.
• Promote organisational health and employee growth while supporting diversity, inclusion and engagement.
• Oversee divisions to optimise productivity while maintaining a strong corporate culture.

General Management

• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations across sales, marketing and business development.
• Strengthen operational efficiency through effective management practices.
• Implement risk management strategies and ensure compliance.
• Align business objectives with sustainability and community initiatives.

Financial Budgeting and Management

• Lead the formulation and execution of divisional budgets to ensure profitability and cost optimisation.
• Drive business plans, strategies and turnover for sustainable growth.
• Maintain strong relationships with members and financial teams to enhance fiscal health.
• Implement financial controls, performance metrics and accountability measures.

Customer and Market Relationships

• Establish customer-focused business relationships to enhance brand loyalty, market share and business growth.
• Use data analytics to monitor competition and market trends.
• Build strong partnerships with members, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Oversee pricing and promotional strategies to maintain competitiveness.

Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.