General Manager – Value Added Products - Motion

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Genuine Parts Company is seeking a proven General Manager for Value Added Products in Motion to lead the sales function, grow revenue and profitability, and drive a high performing, safety conscious culture across New Zealand and the broader Asia Pacific region. You will set and execute business strategies, forecasts, tender processes, and collaborate with marketing and executive teams to support brand and acquisition strategies while mentoring both direct and indirect reports. To apply effectively, showcase a track record of building and leading industrial sales teams, budget and resource management, CRM and customer experience improvements, and data-driven growth plans. Highlight cross-functional leadership, safety and continuous improvement, and regional collaboration. Eligible: NZ citizen or valid work visa.

• Interesting & meaningful work across industry
• Exciting leadership role in a growing business
• Competitive package plus flexibility and great benefits

Why is this an amazing opportunity for you!

Motion is a business operating across the Asia Pacific region including New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Singapore who provide a range of industrial products & engineering services to industry to keep the world moving!

We are in growth mode with a clear 2027 growth strategy to expand our reach into industry across the region. Motion is investing in the Capability & Development of our people to enable the delivery of this growth strategy, meaning plenty of opportunity to work and develop your skills and knowledge.

We are seeking a proven leader to join us as General Manager for Value Added Products, leading our sales function to grow revenue, improve customer experience, and foster a high-performance culture.

What kind of work may be involved?

• Lead and direct sales teams to achieve gross profit and EBIT targets
• Develop and implement business strategies and sales forecasts
• Foster a safety-first and customer-centric culture
• Oversee tender and contract processes
• Provide mentoring and leadership to direct and indirect reports
• Collaborate with marketing and executive teams to support brand and acquisition strategy
• Monitor sales performance metrics for improvement and growth opportunities

Ideal skills & experience:

• Significant experience building and leading sales teams in industrial or related sectors
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing budgets and resources effectively
• Expertise in customer relationship management and fostering excellent customer experiences
• Ability to analyse sales metrics and develop actionable business plans
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work across teams to achieve growth outcomes
• Passion for safety, culture, and continuous improvement

What is in it for you?

• Attractive package & tools of the trade.
• The opportunity to join a progressive global company. Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential.
• An inclusive culture that embraces the diversity of our people.
• Free flu shots and counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program.

We value trusted relationships and teamwork in achieving our goals. Join us and be part of a company with a vision for sustainable growth and a commitment to our people’s success.
 

What are you waiting for, submit your expression of interest and let's get your career in motion!
 

Submit your application now by clicking “APPLY” on this job advert.
 

MOTION is an equal opportunity employer. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or have relevant work Visa requirements.

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