Fuel Retail General Manager – Operations & Growth

SKILLS CONNECTOR; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

SKILLS CONNECTOR is seeking a seasoned Retail Store Manager to oversee site operations in the Western Cape. You will manage stock, finances, and staff, ensure fuel compliance and safety, and drive profitability through effective marketing and pricing strategies.

You will coordinate end-of-day procedures, supervise recruitment and training, and maintain strong relationships with suppliers while safeguarding assets and cash controls on site.

Qualifications

• Matric with at least 5 years experience in managing a retail store.
• Diploma in Retail Management.
• Knowledge of fuel compliance regulations.
• Previous experience in stock management.
• Strong financial background.

Responsibilities

• Understand the operation of fuel pumps and its power supply.
• Ensure site safety through safety cut-off switch.
• Conduct manual and electronic fuel level readings and reconcile stock levels.
• Ensure all equipment is in working order.
• Ensure that End of Day procedures are followed.
• Control stock: ordering, merchandising, pricing and wastage.
• Plan stock levels, price adjustments and marketing initiatives.
• Manage stock takes.
• Manage POS systems and cash controls.
• Negotiate best prices/terms with creditors and manage GP and losses.
• Recruit, train and manage site staff; write rosters and maintain records.
• Develop and implement a practical marketing plan to grow the site.

Skills

Retail store management

Stock management

Financial management

Fuel compliance regulations

Staff management

Education

Diploma in Retail Management

Matric

Tools

POS systems

Job description

SKILLS CONNECTOR is seeking a seasoned Retail Store Manager to oversee site operations in the Western Cape. You will manage stock, finances, and staff, ensure fuel compliance and safety, and drive profitability through effective marketing and pricing strategies.

You will coordinate end-of-day procedures, supervise recruitment and training, and maintain strong relationships with suppliers while safeguarding assets and cash controls on site.