General Manager

Introduction

Experienced executive in power solutions with a strong emphasis in the field of Backup Power, Renewable Energy, Mini and Medium Voltage Switchgear and Cable accessories.

Must have strong technical knowledge with the ability to foster good customer networks for creating a sustainability business for profitable growth.

The person is responsible for developing and implementing business strategies, fostering a culture of innovation, and collaborating with other departments to achieve company goals.

Well experienced in both the project and manufacturing environments. The business unit general manager role is to manage all elements of a Business Unit (BU) on a day‑to‑day basis, from developing, setting and implementing the BU strategy to managing the daily operations across all functional areas of the business unit.

i.e. Sales & Marketing, Product Management, Service Delivery & Project Management, Support & Maintenance, Financial Management, People Management. To lead and manage the BU by aligning to the company’s strategic direction and purpose thereby building a sustainable profitable business with specific focus on people being the soul of our organization, customers being our valuable advocates and our organization being innovative in everything we do. Description1.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage the BU business plan ensuring that it aligns with the Jasco Strategic framework and the company Investment Charter guidelines (if and where required).
• Implement and manage the BU legal and risk & opportunity register in line with the company Corporate Risk and Compliance framework.
• Implement and manage the BU governance compliance in line with the company Governance framework, in particular King IV.
• Implement and manage BU continuous improvement actions in line with the company Corporate Risk and Compliance framework – in particular ISO / ISO.
• Jointly with the BU Financial Manager / Financial Director (Large Entities) implement and manage proper financial planning and control, including working capital / funding requirements, for the BU in line with the company Financial Planning and Control framework including working within the company Limits of Authority guidelines.
• Implement the Human Resources processes and policies in line with the Company HC / Talent Management framework.
• Implement and manage the BU transformation goals in line with the company B‑BBEE requirements.
• Engaged, mentor and manage the BU employees in line with the company Values framework.
• Implement and manage the BU image and market reputation in line with company Corporate Communication and Brand Management guidelines.
• Ensure BU participation in the company’s monthly, quarterly and annual business planning and review processes including i.e. forecasting, budgetary, strategic.

Key Performance Areas

Financial KPAs

Strategic KPAs

Qualifications

Quality and Customer satisfaction. ProfileProfessionally qualified – Preferred minimum 4‑year university bachelor’s degree within Engineering Fields. Minimum 15+ years business experience with at least 5 years in a top‑tier business leadership capacity. Experience in developing, setting and implementing strategy from formulation to successful execution. Multi‑functional experience from Strategy, Sales & Marketing, Service Delivery & Project Management, Support & Maintenance, Finance Management & Control, People Management. Experience in working with all levels of employees and leading cross‑functional teams. Experience and proven track record, particularly with sales and marketing knowledge and flair enabling business growth whilst still achieving against P&L targets. Good knowledge of working in a listed company environment with corporate governance, risk and compliance frameworks.

Required Skills

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