Managing Director (FN 72) at Werkie

Key Responsibilities:


Overall strategic leadership and execution of short and long-term divisional objectives.
Full responsibility for sales growth, margin management and revenue performance across all divisions to ensure profitability by means of developed and implemented business plans to improve cost-efficiency and support the business strategy.
Oversight of inventory management, stock forecasting, imports and procurement strategy.
Budgeting, financial planning, cost control and expense management to ensure sustained profitability.
Preparation and presentation of financial reports to the Executive and Board, providing market insights, strategic business initiatives, opportunities for growth and feedback on business performance.
Driving operational excellence across warehousing, processing and distribution functions.
Ensuring full SHEQ compliance and adherence to ISO and regulatory standards.
Assuming legal liability accountability and ensuring full compliance with corporate governance policies.
Managing supplier relationships, import negotiations and strategic purchasing frameworks, with a particular focus on C-Level stakeholders.
Effective union engagement (NUMSA) and management of shop steward relationships.
Leading disciplinary processes and maintaining sound industrial relations practices.
Building, inspiring and leading management teams across the division.
Sourcing, developing and retaining key talent within the organisation.
Maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers and key stakeholders.
Ensuring effective KPI, WIG and dashboard management across all business units.


Job Requirements:


A degree or diploma in business, marketing, or related field is advantageous.
Minimum 5 years' experience in business leadership in the industrial environment.
Experience within the Special Steels industry is advantageous.
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Proven P&L management and strong financial acumen.
The ability to adapt and excel in a highly volatile business environment.
Demonstrated experience in import management and stock forecasting.
Experience engaging with unions (NUMSA) and working in an environment with shop stewards is advantageous.
Solid disciplinary management experience.
Strong leadership capability with the ability to inspire and drive high performance.
Ability to operate effectively within a corporate governance environment.
Experience managing senior management teams and cross-functional structures.
Own reliable transport and valid license.


Key Characteristics:


Strategic thinker with strong commercial and operational insight.
Highly motivated and results-driven with decisive leadership capability.
High integrity with a strong moral compass.
A well-structured individual who can plan, organise, and lead the sales function and ensure a high level of sales conversion and customer satisfaction.
Resilient and adaptable in a demanding industrial environment.
Exceptional communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
Emotionally resilient, with well-developed skills to handle conflict sensitively and operate effectively within a multicultural and pressured environment.