Head of Air Conditioning

Career Directions Limited (CDL)

Job Location:

Kampala - Uganda

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 7-10years

Posted on: 25-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and business-oriented Technical & Commercial Manager to oversee the operations of our Air Conditioning Division. The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving sales and profit targets managing supplier relationships overseeing technical training ensuring project execution excellence and leading a high-performing technical team.

This role requires a combination of strong technical expertise in HVAC systems and proven commercial acumen in pricing cost management and profitability optimization.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Sales & Profitability

Achieve and exceed sales and profit targets for the Air Conditioning Division.
Conduct market price surveys to determine optimal pricing and maximize profitability.
Develop and implement pricing strategies based on landed costs and market conditions.

2. Costing & Pricing Management

Calculate landed costs for imported air conditioners and related materials (e.g. copper pipes fittings nuts & bolts).
Work closely with the marketing team to set competitive and profitable selling prices.
Manage the P&L for the division ensuring cost efficiency and sustainable margins.

3. Supplier & Corporate Relationship Management

Serve as the primary point of contact with LG for all commercial and technical matters including:
Price negotiations
Letter of Credit (LC) processing
After-sales support and warranty coordination
Maintain strong relationships with upstream partners to ensure smooth operations and collaboration.

4. Technical Training & Development

Design and implement training programs for technicians on installation diagnostics troubleshooting and maintenance of air conditioning systems.
Personally train and mentor technicians on all LG Air Conditioning systems including Split Units MPS Multi V and Ducted Units.
Build a technically proficient and customer-focused service team.

5. Project Management

Oversee commercial HVAC projects ensuring timely completion adherence to work programs and compliance with quality standards.
Liaise with consultants contractors and clients to ensure smooth execution and project satisfaction.
Develop and monitor project schedules budgets and manpower allocation.

6. Team Leadership & Operations

Create and implement systems and processes for efficient team operations including forming specialized units (installation repair and service teams).
Allocate technician assignments monitor job progress and ensure work meets professional standards.
Conduct site visits to verify quality of work and provide technical guidance.

7. Inventory & Logistics Management

Manage inventory levels and oversee equipment ordering from LG and other suppliers with relevant approvals.
Track consignment status including transport type shipping progress and expected arrival dates in Uganda.
Optimize logistics costs and schedules to support project timelines.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Degree or Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineering or a related technical field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in HVAC design installation maintenance and project management.
Strong knowledge of LG HVAC systems and components.
Proven experience in pricing landed cost analysis and profit management.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills for managing supplier relationships.
Demonstrated ability to train lead and develop technical teams.
Strong project management organizational and leadership skills.

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and business-oriented Technical & Commercial Manager to oversee the operations of our Air Conditioning Division. The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving sales and profit targets managing supplier relationships overseeing technical trainin...