General Manager

Profile Personnel; Zwelitsha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading convenience store in Zwelitsha is seeking a General Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience supervising various departments, overseeing performance, and ensuring effective stock management. Responsibilities include setting sales targets, maintaining regulatory compliance, and providing staff training. If you fit these criteria, apply to contribute to a growing team focused on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing convenience store operations.
• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Ability to analyze performance reports and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise junior managers across various departments.
• Oversee staff performance and implement KPIs.
• Report weekly on business unit performance.

Job description

Job Description

General Manager required for a renowned convenience store based in Zwelitsha

Role & Responsibilities :

Supervised junior managers across fuel, liquor, and food store departments.

Oversaw staff performance, implemented KPIs, and developed staff incentive programs to drive growth.

Reported weekly on the performance and progress of multiple business units, including forecourt and retail divisions.

Ensured accurate stock management and inventory systems across all departments.

Managed operational effectiveness and profitability across all sub-business units.

Maintained control over supplier credit lines and ensured financial compliance within set limits.

Reviewed and analyzed reports from each division to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency.

Provided training and support on internal systems, including back-office retail and fuel management software.

Set and monitored sales growth targets while managing overall staff productivity.

Ensured alignment of product offerings and pricing strategies with customer needs and preferences.

Enforced compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Coordinated HSEQ training programs and maintained up-to-date legislative compliance records.

Maintained control over stock, overheads, and cash handling, while enforcing disciplinary procedures to prevent loss and theft.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you 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.