General/Business Unit Manager (CEO & General Management)
Help grow one of the most innovative, attractive brands in Australia
Work with a world-leading, independent natural asset management company
Attractive salary and sales-based commission
Hydrowood is one of the most exciting products and ventures to come out of Tasmania, and we are looking for a sales and supply chain expert to bolster both this narrative and our team.
Recovered from the depths of Lake Pieman, Hydrowood is a rare, reclaimed resource that is sought after by the country's top architects, designers, and premium furniture makers.
It is a story of innovation, developed right here in Tasmania.
From Lake Pieman to Australian consumers, we are looking for a sales and operations expert who will follow our product across its vertically integrated journey.
You are a people person, treating everyone from our staff on the ground to our valued customers with equal energy and respect.
You have a keen eye for logistics and operations, ensuring a seamless supply chain.
If there are improvements to be made throughout our product's journey, you will spot them, make the necessary recommendations, and implement change.
With the support of marketing assets and digital advertising, you'll discover new leads and travel the country to nurture them.
The rare Tasmanian timber species that make up Hydrowood will need the backing of a confident, pragmatic individual who knows the technical aspects of the product like they do the back of their hand.
The Role
The General Manager will be responsible for the efficient and effective leadership of Hydrowood's objectives, achieved through excellent performance and team management across Hydrowood's Tasmanian sites.
The successful candidate should inspire the Hydrowood team to execute its strategic growth strategy and conduct plans and tasks in a manner consistent with our values.
The Hydrowood General Manager will:
Manage sales, product warehousing facilities, and distribution chains.
Manage all Hydrowood activities to meet customer requirements, including contract management, harvesting and cartage logistics, and operational planning scheduling in conjunction with the Operations Manager.
Drive business development activities to ensure the continual growth of sales, client relationships, and the reputation and market position of all Hydrowood products.
Manage all Hydrowood's sales and supply chain staff, including contractors, to achieve global strategic outcomes.
Establish an effective relationship with the Board, providing relevant, timely, and accurate information regarding Hydrowood's sales performance and prospects whilst simultaneously monitoring compliance issues and risks.
Drive the development and implementation of strategic and tactical sales and supply action plans, monitoring the external and operating environments for shifts or trends that may provide opportunities or threats to Hydrowood.
Oversee invoicing and delivery systems including Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme rebates in conjunction with the Hydrowood admin team.
Recommend sales, operating, and supporting capital budgets for board approval and manage Hydrowood's resources in accordance with approved plans, budgets, policies, and relevant laws and regulations.
Experience
5 years' Management experience, preferably in a leadership role and experience with business development
A minimum of 5 years' experience in timber sales
A minimum of 5 years' experience with supply chain management
Experience with Certification and safety systems
Qualifications and requirements
Tertiary Business, Forestry Degree or equivalent
Level 2 first Aid
Coxswain Class 2 (not essential)
National travel to meet clients monthly
Intrastate Tasmanian travel on a weekly basis
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work autonomously
Ability to manage staff across multiple locations
High standard of management and problem-solving skills
High standard of oral and written skills
Understanding of operational costs and budgets
To Apply
Expressions of Interest close on Friday 4th October 2024.
Phone enquiries should be directed to Jo Quigley on 03 6333 4024.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a general manager?
How many years of business development experience do you have?
How many years of people management experience do you have?
Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?
How many years' experience do you have in supply chain management (SCM)?
Do you have experience in administration?
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