General Manager
10+ years · R1.3m - R1.8m p.a. (indicative market range)
A General Manager runs a manufacturing site or business unit end to end, from production and supply chain through to sales, finance and people. They balance commercial results with operational discipline and are accountable for the unit’s budget.
What the role involves
- Budget ownership and business-unit profitability
- Leading production, sales, finance and support teams
- Key customer relationships and commercial growth
- Safety, quality and legal compliance
- Building and developing the management team
What makes a strong candidate
Senior site or business-unit leadership, a balance of commercial and operational skill, a record of building strong teams, and confident budget ownership.
How PMG recruits General Managers
We combine headhunting with our Talent Vault, screen on results, leadership, salary and notice period, and introduce candidates only with written consent.
Frequently asked questions
What is the next step after General Manager?
Typically Managing Director, Operations Director or COO.
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Read more about how PMG recruits for this role on our General Manager Recruitment South Africa page.
Salary ranges and role descriptions on this page are indicative and for general guidance only. They vary by employer, location and experience and are not a guarantee of any offer.
Typically Required
- Senior site/business unit leadership
- Commercial and operational balance
- Team building and leadership development
- Budget ownership
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