General Manager (Engineering)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership & Business Management

• Drive the company’s vision and long-term strategy, ensuring sustained growth and profitability.
  

• Translate corporate objectives into actionable plans, targets, and KPIs for cross-functional teams.
  

• Lead annual business planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
  

2. Operations & Performance Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and operational excellence across departments.
  

• Monitor and manage P&L, cost control, and revenue generation activities.
  

• Implement process improvements to streamline workflows and reduce inefficiencies.
  

3. Sales & Business Development

• Lead the commercial team in developing market opportunities, driving sales growth, and expanding client portfolios.
  

• Cultivate and maintain high-level relationships with key customers, suppliers, and strategic partners.
  

• Develop go-to-market strategies and guide pricing and margin strategies.
  

4. Technical & Engineering Oversight

• Provide guidance and support to engineering and service teams, ensuring high-quality technical solutions and customer support.
  

• Oversee project execution and service delivery, ensuring adherence to industry standards and timelines.
  

5. People & Culture Leadership

• Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing leadership team and workforce.
  

• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  

• Oversee HR functions related to talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement.
  

6. Governance & Compliance

• Ensure all business activities comply with legal, health & safety, and industry regulations.
  

• Maintain robust internal controls, risk management frameworks, and audit readiness.
  

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or Master’s degree is an added advantage.
  

• Experience:
  

  • Minimum 10–15 years of progressive experience in engineering, technical sales, or industrial operations.
    

  • At least 5 years in a senior leadership or general management capacity.
    

  • Prior experience in the pump, fluid systems, or mechanical engineering industry is highly desirable.
    

• Skills & Competencies:
  

  • Strong leadership and team management skills with a track record of leading cross-functional teams.
    

  • Solid financial acumen with experience managing budgets and P&L.
    

  • Strategic thinker with excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
    

  • Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
    

  • Proven business development and client relationship management capabilities.
    

• Tech Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems, CRM platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.