General Manager
Description
Our Client, Omnicore Technologies, Suluhu, and Beba are seeking a visionary and execution-driven General Manager (GM) to lead and scale a portfolio of innovative, technology-driven companies: Omnicore Technologies (B2B SaaS), Suluhu (on-demand services), and Beba (transport and logistics tech). This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic leader with a proven track record in managing high-growth startups or tech-enabled businesses. The GM will be responsible for aligning business strategy, driving operational excellence, and delivering profitable growth across all three companies.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Multi-Business Oversight
- Provide strategic direction and leadership across all business units.
- Set and drive key company goals, OKRs, and KPIs to ensure sustainable growth.
- Align and integrate strategic plans across Omnicore Technologies, Suluhu, and Beba.
- Represent the businesses in external forums, with partners, and to stakeholders.
Operations & Process Optimization
- Lead daily operations with a focus on efficiency, scalability, and service delivery.
- Build and optimize systems for two-sided marketplaces, SaaS platforms, and logistics workflows.
- Standardize internal processes and improve execution speed across business functions.
Business Development & Revenue Growth
- Identify new market opportunities and build partnerships with clients, vendors, and collaborators.
- Oversee B2B sales strategies, customer acquisition, and retention plans.
- Guide product-market fit evolution and explore growth hacking strategies.
Financial Management & P&L Oversight
- Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for each business.
- Drive cost optimization and ensure profitability targets are met or exceeded.
- Monitor and improve unit economics, ROI on campaigns, and operational margins.
Technology Leadership
- Collaborate with tech leads to ensure platforms and apps are robust, scalable, and user-friendly.
- Make informed decisions on tech investments, vendor selection, and digital tools.
- Stay up-to-date on market trends and ensure innovation in product offerings.
Team Leadership & Culture Building
- Manage cross-functional teams across marketing, sales, tech, support, and operations.
- Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, accountability, and growth.
- Lead recruitment, performance management, and professional development initiatives.
Crisis Management & Problem Solving
- Proactively address operational bottlenecks and high-impact issues.
- Streamline workflows and introduce performance dashboards for visibility and accountability.
- Anticipate risks and develop contingency and mitigation strategies.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Proven experience in a senior operations, GM, or COO role within a tech-enabled business or startup.
- Strong background in B2B SaaS, transport/logistics, or two-sided marketplaces.
- Experience scaling startups, driving revenue, and managing across multiple business lines.
- Hands-on understanding of product-led growth, digital platforms, and operational frameworks.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and team leadership skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business judgment and execution capabilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, or Technology; MBA or similar qualification is a plus.
Preferred Backgrounds
- Former Head of Ops/GM at Glovo, Jumia, Sendy, Uber, or Bolt.
- Ex-Consultant (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Dalberg) with a track record in scaling startups.
- Successful entrepreneur with experience managing or launching multi-vertical businesses.
Skills
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Date posted
May 9, 2025
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Closing date
May 23, 2025
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Hiring location
Nairobi
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Offered salary
Negotiable Price
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Career level
Middle Level
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
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Experience
5 Years
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