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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | NEW ZEALAND TOP EXECUTIVE MAY 2008 |
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General Manager (Multi-Function) |
| Position Code: | 300 | | | |
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Responsible for
Managing a variety of divergent functional activities or branches operating separately as autonomous profit centres under policy control. People performing this role have multiple functional responsibilities and are responsible for implementing strategy within these particular areas of responsibility. |
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Reports To
Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director or Chief Operating Officer. |
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Supervises
Those managers and staff working within the functional areas/branches. |
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Main Activities
Participating as a member of the senior management/strategic team formulating company policy and approving major management changes.
Accountability for the overall financial performance of the multiple functions/branches and the achievement of associated revenue and expense budgets.
Ensuring that the functions/branches comply with senior management directives and statutory regulations.
Directing and motivating subordinate managers to achieve agreed targets.
Managing and motivating all divisional personnel.
Participating in the negotiation of major sales deals within broad policy guidelines - as required.
Acting as the chief spokesperson for the organisation in relation to the multi functions/branches or responsibility - as required.
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Key Skills
Has sound administrative skills and a proven record of successful staff management.
Proven management experience at a senior level; must be an effective manager by exception.
Strong leadership and motivational ability.
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Internal Contacts
Sales and marketing staff, customer service and product development staff, accounts and administration staff. |
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External Contacts
Major suppliers, clients/customers, industry associations. |
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Typical Experience
At least 12 - 15 years experience in all aspects of operation coupled with tertiary level qualifications related to the industry. Formal management training desirable. |
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Other Comments
If a person has responsibility for ALL operational activities of the organisation, please match them to position code 250 - Chief Operating Officer. Alternative Titles: General Manager - Subsidiary Operations, Head of a Major Profit Centre. |
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