General Manager – Cape Town

General Manager – Cape Town


Responsible for maximising profitability and branch growth through the effective management of people, sales, stock, warehouse operations, administration, and overall business performance.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Drive retail and wholesale sales growth while maintaining profitability targets
  • Lead, motivate and performance manage sales, warehouse and admin teams
  • Oversee showroom operations, merchandising and customer service excellence
  • Manage stock control, warehouse efficiency, bi-annual stock counts and cycle counts
  • Monitor branch expenses, cash controls and administrative compliance
  • Develop and implement sales, promotional and marketing initiatives
  • Handle customer queries, staff discipline and operational matters
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety, security and operational procedures
  • Maintain strong supplier and customer relationships
Oversee the overall operations of both the retail store and warehouse
 
 Minimum Requirements:
  • Minimum 10 years proven experience in a senior management role within retail, wholesale or distribution
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Sound understanding of sales management, stock control and warehouse operations
  • Excellent financial, administrative and reporting abilities
  • Strong problem-solving, organisational and communication skills
  • Matric
  • Afrikaans speaking is a major advantage
  • Ability to work under pressure and drive business performance
 
Experience within the building, hardware, tile or related industry essential. Tile industry preferable.
 
Working hours
Monday to Friday 8.00 to 17.00,
Alternate Saturdays 08.00 to 15.00,
Alternate Sundays and Public holidays 09.00 to 14.00
 
Salary
R55 000 – R75 000 (D.O.E)