GENERAL MANAGER

Position: General Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Reports To: Managing Director 
Direct Reports: Operations Managers, Trading, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics and other designated functional leads leads

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. DRIVE RECYCLABLE MATERIALS TRADING AND BUSINESS GROWTH

Lead the sourcing, trading and brokerage of recyclable materials to maximise value and market opportunities.

Develop and implement business strategies to increase trading volumes, revenue and profitability.

Identify new markets, customers, suppliers and commercial opportunities.

Build strategic partnerships and develop innovative trading models.

Monitor market trends, material prices and demand to inform trading decisions.

2. OVERSEE SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS OPERATIONS

Manage the sourcing, collection, aggregation, storage and movement of recyclable materials.

Optimise supply chain and logistics processes to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.

Ensure effective coordination of suppliers, transporters, collection points and customers.

Monitor material volumes, quality, availability and delivery schedules.

Ensure efficient utilisation of logistics resources and timely movement of materials.

3. MANAGE FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL PERFORMANCE

Develop and manage business budgets, financial targets and operating plans.

Oversee P&L performance, cash flow, trading margins and operating expenditure.

Drive cost optimisation and improve commercial returns across trading and brokerage activities.

Evaluate commercial opportunities and manage pricing, negotiations and contractual arrangements.

Monitor financial performance and implement corrective measures to achieve business targets.

4. ENSURE COMPLIANCE AND OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry standards and internal procedures.

Establish effective controls for recyclable material sourcing, handling, storage and transportation.

Identify and manage commercial, operational, supply chain and regulatory risks.

Promote efficient, transparent and accountable trading practices.

Drive continuous improvement and sustainable business practices across operations.

5. LEAD AND DEVELOP THE WORKFORCE

Provide leadership and direction to trading, procurement, logistics and other operational teams.

Set clear performance targets and accountability standards.

Develop employee capabilities and promote productivity and teamwork.

Build a high-performing workforce focused on commercial results, innovation and sustainability.

6. BUILD CUSTOMER, SUPPLIER AND INDUSTRY RELATIONSHIPS

Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, customers, industry partners and other stakeholders.

Negotiate favourable commercial terms and develop long-term trading relationships.

Identify opportunities to expand the supplier network, customer base and market reach.

Represent the company in commercial negotiations and relevant industry engagements.

Resolve supply, quality, pricing and delivery issues to maintain business continuity and customer satisfaction.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in Finance, Operations Management, Marketing, Logistics, Freight Management or a related field.

A minimum of seven years’ relevant experience in recyclable materials trading, brokerage, supply chain, logistics or a related field.

Experience in waste management, recycling and market development will be an added advantage.

Proven experience in P&L management, business development and commercial growth, with a track record of expanding revenue and markets.

Experience in circular economy, waste management, recycling or resource recovery is highly desirable.

A relevant professional certification, such as Chartered Marketer, Supply Chain Management, Procurement Management or an equivalent qualification.

Strong leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Recyclable Materials Trading and Brokerage

Market Development and Business Growth

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation and Partnership Building

Financial and Commercial Acumen

Freight Management

Leadership and Team Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated CV to [email protected]

Applicants should use “Application for General Manager - NARMACO” as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline: Monday, 26 October 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.