Employer DescriptionOur Client is the market and technology leading global provider of equipment, systems, solutions and services. They are a global player in the manufacture, engineering and maintenance of braking systems for heavy transport equipment, such as trucks, trains, mining equipment and mass transport technologies. The company also designs and manufactures components, safety technology and software solutions, using their expertise and people, to improve efficiencies across the industry.Job DescriptionOur client is looking for a strong, experienced Business Unit (BU) General Manager who will, amongst other key tasks, develop and implement effective business strategies and programs to deliver on site operating plans and financial performance, while directing the project implementation of a complex operation consisting of many manufacturing assembly lines to ensure on time delivery and quality to customers.As a catalyst to this successful execution, you will drive localisation of manufacturing methods, in-company and from 3rd parties, for key components and services, including repairs and overhauls. Key to the success of the operations is talent, the identification, hiring and training of staff and the monitoring and motivation of a highly skilled team, to build a high performance organisation, increase staff productivity and ensure robust site compliance practices, highest quality standards and safety.You will be the face of the BU to internal customers and HQ, and external parties (customers, partners, suppliers) to drive corporate communications, present project status across the BU, develop other business opportunities and resolve issues impacting the BU.A key responsibility would be the focus on operational and financial performance, driving a team to develop strategies and achieve cross functional execution across Commercial, Engineering, Sourcing, Supply chain, Operations and Support functions to deliver on the set performance targets, in alignment with global corporate product lines and functions.You will actively guide the business on key strategic decisions, localization requirements and optimization to ensure appropriate return on investment, while managing site financial performance across all key KPIs, while ensuring site compliance and certifications in line with company standards, statutory regulations, and all relevant industry standards certifications.This site, of a global multinational, must comply with government ideals and expectations, where you will understand and apply local statutory compliance requirements and guidelines (i.e. BBBEE, Localisation and regulations) to ensure the corporations credibility and reputation are maintained with all stakeholders.A key consideration is to ensure robust project management of a long-term key-component system contract by building strong relations with the customer(s), global suppliers/partners, company product lines and global functions, and the regional corporate leadership team to effectively manage all project related matters and commercial negotiations, ensuring acceptable project profitability.QualificationsBachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial) and/orEngineering Degree/ Diploma/ Certificate in Project ManagementSkillsThe incumbent must have extensive manufacturing experience, specifically of environments with many production lines and complexity, which can be gained in the mining, rail or automotive industries. Competencies:P&L experience with the appropriate GM/VP experience, where you will have had several functions reporting to you. Will have senior managers reporting into the role.Multinational and matrix environment experience is importantCommercial experience is key and one should have managed a contract before. You should have strong customer relations with stakeholder experienceStrategy Experience , including setting up a strategy. Turned around a project, BU or business?People leadership, including experience with Labour Unions and experience dealing with government clients.Operations experience with an excellent understanding of production & productivity, efficiency, quality and supply chain.Good understanding of the SA market compliance requirements i.e. BBBEE, Localization etc.Must have strong EQ and Personality, where you will be assertive but can encourage and support collaboration amongst the team.BenefitsThe package offers a number of bonus structures to attract the best talent.Attractive remuneration benefits are on offer, i.e. leave, pension, insurances, travel, etc.Full disclosure at interview.