Branch Manager - Forklift

• Management of:
• New unit sales
• Used/Refurbished unit sales
• Rental fleet
• Spare parts
• Product support
• Submit annual sales budgets for the Inland branches for approval by the Management Board and take accountability for achievement of same.
• Ensure that all relevant business units are appropriately staffed and that staff is professionally trained, managed and motivated.
• Conduct regular formal as well as informal staff appraisals and provide feedback to the Management Board and the HR function.
• Create a positive working environment by communicating company strategies and objectives and ensure that these are understood and met.
• Where necessary identify appropriate experienced companies that may be appointed as dealers.
• Ensure that the brand is marketed and promoted throughout the region via digital marketing platforms, customer days, golf days and participation in trade shows.
• Conduct regular customer visits, in particular those considered key accounts.
• Liaise closely with all support functions to ensure effective and efficient running of the business.

• A period of 15 to 20 years’ experience in the forklift industry is an advantage.
• A proven track record of managing and motivating successful sales or commercial teams either in the forklift or a competitive industry.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated and goal orientated.
• Ability to meet targets and deadlines.
• A positive outlook and ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

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