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General Manager of Sales

Ambition
Department:Sales
Type:ON-SITE
Region:Melbourne
Location:Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Estimated Salary:A$150,000 - A$250,000
Skills:
STRATEGIC PLANNINGCOMMERCIAL GROWTHMARKET POSITIONINGOPERATIONAL PERFORMANCETEAM LEADERSHIPSTAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENTMARKET ANALYSISFINANCIAL REPORTINGCOMPLIANCEBUSINESS DEVELOPMENTPROBLEM-SOLVINGANALYTICAL
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Job Description

Posted on: March 5, 2026

A confidential client is seeking an accomplished and commercially astute General Manager to lead their Melbourne operation. This is a pivotal role for a mature, strategically minded leader who can drive growth, elevate performance and influence at every level.

About the Role

As General Manager, you will take full ownership of the Melbourne business, guiding strategy, operations and people performance. You’ll lead a capable team, shape future market opportunities and ensure the organisation delivers consistently high commercial and operational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive strategic planning, commercial growth and market positioning
  • Lead day‑to‑day operational performance with a focus on efficiency and scalability
  • Inspire, coach and empower a high‑performing team, fostering a positive, accountable culture
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, influencing at senior levels
  • Analyse market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities and mitigate risks
  • Deliver accurate and timely reporting across financials, performance and operations
  • Ensure full compliance across regulatory, legal and internal governance requirements

About You

You are a commercial leader with a strong blend of strategic insight, operational discipline and people leadership. You bring maturity, sound judgement and the ability to influence, challenge and execute at pace.

You will ideally bring:

  • Senior leadership experience with a track record of growth and operational excellence
  • Strong background in business development and commercial strategy
  • Exceptional leadership, communication and interpersonal capability
  • High-level problem‑solving skills and a sharp analytical mindset

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive executive salary package with performance incentives
  • Professional development and long‑term career growth opportunities
  • A collaborative, forward‑thinking environment with strong executive support

Confidential Application Process

Given the sensitivity of this appointment, all enquiries and applications will be handled with the strictest confidentiality.

If you are a strategic, commercially minded leader ready for your next executive challenge, we invite you to submit your interest.

Originally posted on LinkedIn

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