A large well established business that is a key player in the industrial component business, is looking to recruit an experienced Business Unit Manager. They will be required to develop and grow the Tools and Equipment Business Unit within the company and oversee all management aspects of the business from supplier relationships, stock, pricing, sales, key customers relationships, set strategic direction and team development.
Key Performance Areas:
- Be accountable for achieving set targets.
- Build relationships with key customers and suppliers to support the achievement of the strategic goals and targets.
- Develop and implement strategic plans aligned to the Group strategy which support the ongoing growth, development and sustainability of the business unit.
- Provide leadership to the business unit team.
- Analyze market trends by leveraging market information to maximize business opportunities.
Minimum Requirements:
- 10 years in the Tools and Equipment field along with management experience.
- Related technical qualification would be advantageous
- Executive Development Course
- MBA an advantage
- Min 10 years sales / marketing management experience in the tools and equipment environment
- Strong Management experience at a senior level – min 5 years
- Experience in setting and strategizing of departmental budgets including forecasting
- Experience in customer and supplier negotiations
- Computer literate