The Bravo Group is the largest furniture manufacturing company in South Africa. Focusing on lounge, cabinetry and bedding, the Group operates a number of specialist factories around South Africa.
With brands such as Sealy, Edblo and Slumberland dominating our Sleep Products division, the Group occupies the market as a leading supplier to large chains as well as independent retailers.
Our lounge division with such well-known brands as Grafton Everest, Gommagomma, Milano and Alpine supplies top quality lounges suites across the spectrum.
Finally, our case goods division consisting of Pat Cornick, High Point, Valenti and Victoria Lewis manufactures TV units, kitchen cabinets, bedroom suites, robes and similar products for the various market segments around the Country.
The business is also expanding into the African market with a focus to strengthen our foothold in specific regions.
www.bravogroup.co.za
Job Title: General Manager
Bravo Group Manufacturing – Nigeria
Job description
Candidate Selection
Only South African Citizens will be considered for this position
Overview
The Bravo Group Sleep Products division is embarking on a major project in Nigeria (Lagos) that requires the skills of a seasoned General Manager (GM) to manage the local business on behalf of the Group and in conjunction with a local partner. The incumbent will report to the Managing Executive of Sleep Products based in South Africa.
The role of the incumbent will be to grow the brand in the region, develop key relationships with stakeholders, maintain financial controls and grow the business unit revenue stream. The Company is looking for a strong generalist manager who can work independently, use initiative, manage and resolve conflict and implement strategic processes and plans in order to achieve goals.
Key Performance Focus Areas
Securing and maintaining revenue stream
Monitoring and reviewing financial performance
Implementation of risk mitigation protocols
Budget and forecasting management
New business development Nigeria
New business development Africa
Development and maintenance of strong customer relationships
Integration of market intelligence into business practice
General management
Key Roles
Financial Control
Lean Manufacturing
Customer Centricity
People Centricity
Desired Skills and Experience
Only South African Citizens will be considered for this position
Experience
Min. 3 year tertiary qualification (post-graduate qualification advantageous)
8-10 years general management
8-10 years new business development
10+ years financial controls, budgets, monitoring and reporting
10+ years people management
At least 5+ years general business experience at a management level in Africa (Nigerian exposure a significant advantage)
Experience in manufacturing industry preferred (furniture manufacturing would be a significant advantage)
Experience in implementation of lean manufacturing a significant advantage
MS Office Suite (including advanced Excel)
How to Apply
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