Business Manager

Responsibilities

•  Developing business plans aimed at long-term business sustainability
• Sourcing new business opportunities by targeting new markets or new demographics
• Improving the quality of customer service and customer satisfaction
• Negotiating new contracts with suppliers or customers on behalf of the company
• Preparing detailed budgets that improve the cost-efficiency of the business
• Short-listing, interviewing and selecting candidates for vacant job positions within the company
• Keeping up to date with industry trends, economic policies and changing markets
• Being held accountable for the successes and failures of the business
• Working with other company managers to create a long-term company strategy

Requirements:

•  A minimum of five years of experience working in business operations or administration with at least three years working in a team leader or management role to demonstrate desired leadership talent.
• Delegation skills to assign tasks to the correct departments or team members within the business
• Excellent knowledge of the company’s operational policies and procedures
• Ability to develop the skill sets of teams across multiple departments
• Excellent knowledge of laws and regulations regarding employment and contracts
• Negotiation skills to get the best deals for the company
• Ability to motivate staff to hit and exceed their goals and targets
• Ability to confidently hold meetings with high-profile clients, board members and senior management