General Manager

3 weeks ago


New Zealand New Zealand School of Education Full time

Management (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

An iconic brand in both the business and motor sport worlds, the Penske organisation is a Fortune 500 company with a global presence, with over 50,000 employees. A leader in the New Zealand commercial vehicle, energy and propulsion system sectors, Penske represents market-leading products such as MAN, Western Star and Dennis Eagle trucks along with MTU, Bergen and Detroit across some of the most dynamic on- and off-highway markets in the country.

About the Role: Due to a change in personal circumstances, we have an opportunity available for a strategic and business development driven leader to take on the most senior role within the Penske New Zealand business. The position of General Manager - New Zealand will report to the Managing Director based in Australia and will be a key member of the Executive Leadership team (Penske Australia & New Zealand) and also the NZ Leadership team. There is flexibility for this role to be based in any of our NZ branches; Auckland, Tauranga or Christchurch.

To be successful in the role, you will bring experience in one or more of our market segments. You will have demonstrated achievement in business improvement and efficiency initiatives and will have substantial experience in strategic planning and financial management within a multi-faceted business. You will be in your element leading a team of motivated Managers and ensuring our aftersales offerings are competitive and our customer satisfaction results are strong. You will have the confidence to seek out and develop new markets and to identify business development opportunities to support the business' strong future growth plans. In addition to this, you will offer a professional and engaging personality with proven experience managing a high-performing and astute team while positioning a business to succeed. Strong numeracy skills with the ability to analyse, forecast, budget and evaluate variances and make recommendations for improvements are also crucial skills we are looking for.

Key Responsibilities:

Elevate Penske's profile within the country by developing and actively cultivating strategic customer and industry relationships. Seek out and develop new markets and opportunities for the logical and profitable expansion of Penske in line with business plans. Oversee and participate in negotiations of major account contracts and activities. Promote a culture that reflects the Company's purpose and values and encourages and rewards high performance. Lead and develop Branch Managers and senior staff to ensure high levels of engagement and effectiveness in achieving the company's roadmap, and strategic and financial targets. Manage Health, Safety and Wellbeing in the workplace by promoting a safety-first culture.

Why choose Team Penske? At Penske, we know it is our people at the heart of our success and we want to make sure you have everything you need to do a great job. That is why as well as a great work environment and state of the art facilities, we offer the following benefits:

Flexible working arrangements and generous leave entitlements; A business commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical and leadership training; Global, multi-site business offering career opportunities in multiple locations; Reward and recognition programs; Penske Power Up Day - one paid day per year to use as you please; An Employee Referral Program - generous employee referral fees Employee Assistance Program; Family friendly benefits including paid parental leave.

When you join the Penske group of companies, you are joining a global team that is genuinely committed to investing in and supporting our employees. We do this by providing our employees with training and development opportunities and a rewarding culture where we work alongside our leaders. You will work with smart, dedicated people who are passionate about safety and embrace diversity in an innovative workplace with extensive opportunities for internal progression.

At Penske our core values are Ownership, Passion, Teamwork, Integrity and Care.

Be ambitious. We are. #J-18808-Ljbffr


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