General Manager - Sports & Recreation Facility

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Presencial; ZAR 1.800.000 - 2.400.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive bonus package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Career growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and results-oriented General Manager to oversee a major sports and recreation facility in Bloemfontein. This executive role covers operations, financial oversight, and the development of long-range strategy, including sports programming, member services, marketing, and staff leadership.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Sports Management (MBA preferred) and have 8+ years' progressive management experience in sports

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sports Management, or related field.
• MBA preferred.
• 8+ years in sports facility operations, recreation management, or hospitality with P&L responsibility.
• Proven leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve revenue and profitability goals.
• Oversee all facility operations, including sports leagues, fitness programs, event management, and daily maintenance.
• Manage and mentor the facility's management team and staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and manage the annual operating budget, financial reporting, and cost control measures.
• Drive membership growth through effective marketing strategies and exceptional member engagement.
• Lead a premier sports and recreation hub in Bloemfontein.

Conocimientos

Leadership

P&L management

Strategic planning

Marketing & sales

Stakeholder management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Sports Management

MBA preferred

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and results-oriented General Manager to oversee a major sports and recreation facility in Bloemfontein . This executive role involves responsibility for all operational, financial, and strategic aspects of the facility, including sports programming, member services, marketing, and staff management. You will ensure the facility operates efficiently, provides exceptional value to its members, and achieves its financial targets. The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a strong background in facility management, a passion for sports and recreation, and a proven ability to drive growth and enhance the member experience within the Free State community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve revenue and profitability goals.
• Oversee all facility operations, including sports leagues, fitness programs, event management, and daily maintenance.
• Manage and mentor the facility's management team and staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and manage the annual operating budget, financial reporting, and cost control measures.
• Drive membership growth through effective marketing strategies and exceptional member engagement.
• Lead a premier sports and recreation hub in Bloemfontein .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sports Management, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive management experience in sports facility operations, recreation management, or hospitality.
• Proven track record of financial management, P&L responsibility, and strategic planning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in marketing, sales, and member retention strategies.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and comprehensive bonus package.
• Executive-level health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous retirement savings plan and long-term incentive programs.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development.