General Manager

Recruitx; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a General Manager to lead operations in a fast-paced wholesale or retail business. The successful candidate will have over 8 years of senior management experience with a strong financial management background. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing department heads, and driving strategic growth and profitability. This role offers a negotiable salary package based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' senior management experience focused on financial oversight.
• Experience managing P&L, cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong background in fast-moving wholesale or retail sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations aligning with strategic and financial goals.
• Lead department heads across finance, operations, sales, and logistics.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement improvement initiatives.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Strategic execution

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Technological proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration

MBA or postgraduate qualification

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for a seasoned General Manager with a strong financial management background to take the lead in a fast-paced wholesale or retail business.

The ideal candidate will be operationally hands-on, commercially sharp, and confident in driving strategic growth, profitability, and efficiency across the organisation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and align them with the company's strategic and financial goals
• Lead and manage department heads across finance, operations, sales, and logistics
• Take ownership of financial reporting, planning, and compliance
• Monitor performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure efficient procurement, inventory control, and cost management practices
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, suppliers, and service providers
• Support business development initiatives and expansion plans
• Cultivate a high-performance culture with clear accountability

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Minimum of 8 years' senior management experience, with a strong focus on financial oversight, business operations, and strategic execution
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (an MBA or postgraduate qualification would be advantageous)
• Demonstrated experience managing P&L, cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proven background in wholesale or retail sectors — must understand high-volume, fast-moving operational environments
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience overseeing multi-functional teams
• High level of commercial acumen and ability to translate financial insight into actionable business decisions
• Technologically proficient, with good knowledge of modern business systems and reporting tools
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Analytical and solution-oriented, with a track record of improving operational efficiency

Package & Remuneration

R, – R, per month (negotiable based on qualifications and experience)