General Manager

Our client a well-established automotive electronics and vehicle security solutions company is seeking a dynamic and commercially driven General Manager to lead their operations based in Durban

This role is ideal for a strategic and hands-on leader with strong experience in business development sales and operational management within the automotive electronics or manufacturing sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving growth expanding market presence (locally and internationally) and ensuring operational excellence across the business

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and execute business development and sales strategies across domestic and export markets

Grow and manage distributor networks partnerships and key client relationships

Drive revenue growth through lead generation customer acquisition and retention initiatives

Oversee and execute marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and product positioning

Lead cross-functional projects from concept through to commercialisation

Provide strategic direction on product development pricing and lifecycle management

Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to align product design with market requirements

Implement operational structures systems and processes to improve efficiency and scalability

Develop and monitor KPIs dashboards and performance metrics across the business

Lead mentor and develop high-performing teams across sales marketing and support functions

Manage outsourced partners suppliers and service providers ensuring performance and cost efficiency

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations and commercial functions

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors degree in Business Engineering or a related field (MBA or postgraduate qualification advantageous)

810 years experience in senior leadership roles within automotive electronics or manufacturing environments

Proven experience in B2B sales export development and commercial strategy

Strong project management experience managing cross-functional and technical teams

Solid product management experience including product lifecycle and commercialisation

Experience with ERP/CRM systems KPI tracking and performance reporting

Demonstrated ability to lead teams implement KPIs and drive performance

Experience managing outsourced partners and contract negotiations

Strong commercial acumen with an entrepreneurial and hands-on leadership approach