Here's a sample Job Description for a General Manager in the feldspar mineral industry, focused on procurement, sales, and factory management:
Job Title: General Manager – Feldspar Minerals (Procurement, Sales & Factory Operations)
Location: Pindwara
Reporting to: Director / CEO
Experience: Minimum 10–15 years in the minerals or mining industry, preferably with feldspar or similar industrial minerals
Qualification: B.Sc./M.Sc. in Geology, Mining, or related fields; MBA is a plus
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager to oversee the end-to-end operations of our feldspar mineral business. This includes strategic procurement, sales & marketing of raw and processed material, and full oversight of factory operations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the industrial minerals market, strong leadership skills, and experience in managing mining or processing units.
Key Responsibilities:1. Procurement:
- Identify and develop reliable sources of feldspar raw material from mines.
- Negotiate procurement contracts to ensure quality, timely delivery, and competitive pricing.
- Coordinate with geology and quality control teams for material assessments.
2. Sales & Marketing:
- Develop and execute sales strategies to grow domestic and export markets.
- Build and manage relationships with buyers in ceramics, glass, and other feldspar-using industries.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to adjust pricing and marketing strategies.
3. Factory & Operations Management:
- Oversee daily operations of the processing plant ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Coordinate production planning based on market demand and raw material availability.
- Implement cost-effective operational procedures while maintaining product standards.
- Ensure compliance with environmental and labor regulations.
4. Financial & Strategic Planning:
- Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement continuous improvement plans.
- Report operational and financial performance to top management.
5. Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead and mentor procurement, sales, and factory teams.
- Build a culture of accountability, safety, and performance.
- Coordinate interdepartmental communication and collaboration.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in mineral factory operations.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of industrial mineral markets, especially feldspar.
- Ability to travel frequently to mines, customer sites, and factory locations.
- Excellent communication skills in English and local languages (as applicable).
Preferred:
- Existing network of buyers in ceramics, glass, and paints industry.
- Understanding of quality parameters specific to feldspar like Al₂O₃, Fe₂O₃ content, etc.
- Familiarity with export logistics and international trade compliance.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Pindwara, Rajasthan: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person