Kampala, Uganda

GENERAL MANAGER - MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY

 Job Description:

Reporting Line: Managing Director
Location: KAMPALA, Uganda
Job Type: Full-time, Expatriate

1. Job Purpose

To provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to the motorcycle business, including sales, after-sales service, spare parts, customer experience, dealership management, and financial performance. The GM ensures sustainable growth, strong market positioning, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

2. Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Sales & Market Growth
  • After-Sales & Service Management
  • Operations & Supply Chain
  • Financial Management
  • People Leadership
  • Compliance & Risk Management

3. Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, or any related field.
  • Masters degree or MBA is an added advantage.
  • 5 - 10 years of experience in motorcycle, automotive, FMCG, or equipment saleswith at least 3 years in a senior management role.
  • Knowledge of supply chain, workshop operations, and branch management.
  • Experience in sales strategy, dealer management, and P&L ownership.

4. Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
  • Excellent sales and business development skills.
  • Deep understanding of motorcycle mechanics, supply chain, and after-sales service models.
  • Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
  • High integrity and ability to manage diverse teams.
  • Customer-centric mindset and problem-solving skills.

5. Performance Indicators

  • Achievement of sales and revenue targets.
  • Profitability and cost control.
  • Market share growth.
  • Workshop efficiency and service turnaround time.
  • Stock accuracy and inventory turnover.
  • Customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Team performance and staff productivity.
  Required Skills:

Indicators Supply Chain Sales Strategy Financial Management Team Performance Spare Parts Turnover Operations Compliance Market Share Oversight P&L Cost Control Ownership Customer Experience Operational Efficiency Supply Decision-Making Mechanical Engineering Analytical Skills Risk Management Strategy Customer Satisfaction Business Development Engineering Business Leadership Sales Management