Branch General Manager - Heavy Equipment Dealership

About the role

A heavy equipment dealership in Paramaribo, Suriname is looking for a Branch General Manager. The role covers P&L management, growth of the parts and service business, equipment inventory and rentals, and leadership of sales, service, parts and admin teams. The stated salary is USD 2,000 per month (about USD 24,000 per year).

Key responsibilities

• P&L management: drive branch revenue, profitability, budgets and cost control.
• Aftermarket growth: maximize Parts & Service revenue to absorb 100% of fixed overheads.
• Inventory and rental: optimize equipment inventory turnover, rental fleet mix and utilization.
• JCB OEM management: manage the relationship with JCB, ensuring compliance with dealer standards, training and marketing.
• Sales leadership: lead high-value equipment sales, financing, leasing and trade-in negotiations.
• Market expansion: grow JCB market share across construction, agriculture and industrial sectors.
• Service and parts: improve technician productivity, workshop efficiency, parts availability and inventory turnover.
• Team leadership: recruit, coach and develop Sales, Service, Parts and Admin teams.
• Customer management: build strong relationships with key accounts and resolve critical issues.

Required profile

• Minimum 7+ years of progressive management experience in a heavy equipment, agricultural machinery or commercial truck dealership.
• Direct experience with a major heavy equipment manufacturer such as JCB, CAT, Komatsu or John Deere.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong track record of leading multidisciplinary teams (sales, mechanics, parts specialists).

What we offer

• 3-year employment contract with performance-based renewal.
• Single-occupancy accommodation provided.
• Company telephone and a company vehicle subject to management approval.
• Air ticket after completion of the contract period, as per company policy.
• Note: visa costs, food, transport, medical insurance and electricity/water charges are not covered.