About ZM Business Solutions Limited (ZM)
Z.M Business Solutions is an Import-Export Logistics company based in Johannesburg, South Africa that works between South Africa and the DRC and is looking to expand to Zambia. ZM Business Solutions (ZM) is a clearing & forwarding agent. The company is responsible for safely transporting general goods from small objects like devices, plant vases, and clothing to larger objects like furniture, home appliances, and even factory equipment. These general goods are transported between South Africa and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) by road, sea, and air.
Our ultimate goal is to completely plug the logistics gaps observed throughout the African continent via our complete offering of logistics services. To learn more about us, visit www.zmbusiness.com.
More About Us:
ZM Business Solutions Limited is the Zambian branch out of a total of 5 branches we currently have across South Africa & the DRC. This 6th branch is currently in its infancy and we are looking to officially begin our expansion into Zambia & the transportation & logistics space as a whole. Zambia is a country brimming with opportunity given its stable economy, strong economic decision-making, and dedicated leadership. We look forward to working with local Zambians to first understand and then add value through our over two decades of experience in domestic and cross-border logistics across the SADC region. We are dedicated to working with locals, broadening both our geographical reach and service offerings, and handling all aspects of business with speed, reliability, and the highest standards of customer service.
Your Tasks:
As ZM Business Solutions Limited continues to expand its activities, we are seeking a dynamic and dedicated General Manager (GM) to join our team. The GM will play a pivotal role in providing support to all relevant stakeholders, add to our understanding of this dynamic market, and facilitate the effective execution of our projects for us to grow within the country.
Key Responsibilities:
· Manage and oversee overall operations, ensuring accuracy & compliance.
· Analyse financial data, prepare reports, and provide insights to drive informed decision-making.
· Manage & support the truck driver (& other possible associates) in driving sales and business.
· Liaise with executive team on prospective projects & regarding major decision-making.
· Collaborate with relevant third parties to ensure efficient project execution and timeline adherence.
· Communicate all relevant information with precision to executives to support the organization’s growth and success.
Your Profile:
· Some experience in transport/logistics or leadership roles.
· Trustworthy, reachable, and reliable (glued to your phone).
· Strong analytical skills with a focus on logistics.
· Excellent communication and management abilities to lead others, collaborate with stakeholders of all types, & present yourself and the company excellently.
· Ability to respond swiftly to challenges and opportunities in a dynamic environment.
· Fluency in spoken and written Nyanja & English is essential; Some French proficiency is an advantage but not necessary.
We Offer:
· Commission-based pay that is fully dependent on your effort, with the prospect of full-time employment in the future should you perform excellently.
· Management and leadership mentorship and guidance as well as a critical role to play in the first expansion market of ZM as well as the opportunity to grow with the company into the future
– The position will be based in Lusaka, Zambia –
· A cover letter explaining why you should be considered for this position, SPECIFICALLY adding one highly notable example of something you would improve or add to ZM Business Solutions Limited TODAY.
· A comprehensive CV highlighting your relevant experience, achievements, and personal hobbies.
Please mark your application as ‘General Manager – ZM Zambia’.
Application Deadline: Monday, 1st December 2023 Interviews: Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by email or telephone – please specify your preferred contact channel (call, email, etc) in your cover letter.
Important Note: Due to limited resources and in the case of a high volume of applications, we will only contact short-listed candidates. If you do not hear from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion and that we truly appreciate your submission and the time taken to complete it. We must simply account for the volume of submissions received.
