General Manager

Profile Personnel; Zwelitsha; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager to lead operations at a renowned convenience store in Zwelitsha. This pivotal role involves supervising multiple departments, enhancing staff performance, and ensuring financial compliance. The successful candidate will develop strategies to drive growth while maintaining high standards of inventory management and operational efficiency. If you have a passion for retail management and a proven track record in leading teams, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial role within retail or convenience store settings.
• Strong knowledge of inventory systems and financial compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise junior managers across various departments and ensure operational effectiveness.
• Implement KPIs and develop staff incentive programs to drive growth.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Performance Monitoring

Financial Compliance

Inventory Management

KPI Implementation

Training and Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management

Tools

Back-office Retail Software

Fuel Management Software

Job description

General Manager required for a renowned convenience store based in Zwelitsha.

Job Description :

Role & Responsibilities :

1. Supervise junior managers across fuel, liquor, and food store departments.
2. Oversee staff performance, implement KPIs, and develop staff incentive programs to drive growth.
3. Report weekly on the performance and progress of multiple business units, including forecourt and retail divisions.
4. Ensure accurate stock management and inventory systems across all departments.
5. Manage operational effectiveness and profitability across all sub-business units.
6. Maintain control over supplier credit lines and ensure financial compliance within set limits.
7. Review and analyze reports from each division to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
8. Provide training and support on internal systems, including back-office retail and fuel management software.
9. Set and monitor sales growth targets while managing overall staff productivity.
10. Ensure alignment of product offerings and pricing strategies with customer needs and preferences.
11. Enforce compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
12. Coordinate HSEQ training programs and maintain up-to-date legislative compliance records.
13. Maintain control over stock, overheads, and cash handling, while enforcing disciplinary procedures to prevent loss and theft.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.