General Manager

Job Description : GM HOME TEXTILES RETAIL KENYA ill manage complete P & L for the company and will be responsible for the overall day to day functions of the company that employs a team of 60-80 people. Key roles will include: RETAIL · Oversee rollout of 5 stores of 1000-3000 sq ft · Implementation of SOPs · Train & Develop Team · Undertake a professional approach and bring global practices to the retail business SOURCING & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT · Oversee the business sourcing and development · Work with creative team to devise packaging and ensure correct product info has been captured · Making the buying plan for every season as per business plan in line with companys budgets and cash flows · Finalization of order qty, prices, colours, MOQ, lead time, container load ability. · SKU Planning and Management, Re Order Planning, Clearances of Slow Moving products MERCHANDISING · Plan the In-Store Layouts and planogram with team · Prepare product manuals, technical specifications to be used in displays of products to enhance customer knowledge · Assist with visual merchandising ideas SALES & MARKETING & TRAINING · Initiate strategies along with directors to conduct in-store promotions, marketing activities using technical info & new product launches · Conduct Team Training to enhance sales · Plan annual marketing calendar with BOD B2B BUSINESS · Lead team of Hospitality Sales Team · Assist with order planning and proposals for Hospitality division · Plan reordering of hospitality products · Launch and develop new products DISTRIBUTION BUSINESS · Manage key relationships with leading distributors like Carrefour · Introduce new products and manage product listings with Distributor HQ · SKU MGT, Clearance of Slow Moving items · Train and Manage Team of 30 Merchandisers FINANCE · Cash Flow Management & Budgeting with FC support · Working with Group BOD in developing business strategies Desired Candidate Profile · Graduates with 8+ years of experience in Home Furnishing Retail industry · Good understanding of Towels, Bedding, Bath Linen, Shower Curtains, Rugs, kitchen accessories and all cotton textile home products · Aggressive and having a knack for details · Should possess excellent command over English · Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills Perks and Benefits Net Savings $2000 - $3000 + Furnished Accommodation + Local Salary (Food) + Transportation + All Expat Benefits

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