GENERAL MANAGER - TRADING & Hospitality

Job Overview:
The General Manager will be responsible for the overall strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the company's furniture and flooring trading business. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the relevant industry, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive sales, manage costs, and build strong relationships with suppliers and customers. Key Responsibilities:

• Business Strategy and Operations:
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Oversee daily operations across all business functions, including sales, procurement, inventory, and logistics.
• Set operational policies and processes, ensuring compliance with company standards and industry regulations.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and sales data to identify new business opportunities and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Trading and Procurement:
• Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to procure high-quality merchandise at the best possible prices.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability, control shrinkage, and manage storage efficiently.
• Plan and coordinate trade routes and schedules to ensure smooth and timely delivery of goods to customers.
• Financial Management:
• Develop, manage, and monitor operational budgets, analyze financial performance, and identify areas for cost savings and improvement.
• Implement pricing and credit policies to maximize sales volume and margins.
• Authorize expenditures and monitor revenues, providing regular reports to the company directors or executives.
• Sales and Marketing:
• Oversee all sales and marketing activities, working with the team to ensure sales targets are met or exceeded.
• Plan and implement merchandising and showroom layouts to maximize sales and customer satisfaction.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with key customer accounts and vendor partners.
• Team Leadership and Management:
• Lead, mentor, recruit, and train a high-performing team, including lower-level managers and sales associates.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and resolve staff conflicts efficiently.
• Establish a positive work environment and culture that promotes performance excellence and teamwork.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience:
• Proven success in a general, operations, or trading management role, with at least 5-10 years of progressive management experience.
• Specific, in-depth experience in the furniture and/or flooring industry is essential.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing a P&L statement.
• Skills:
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiation and business development abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data (sales, market trends, inventory).
• Financial acumen and experience with budgeting, planning, and cost control.
• Knowledge of relevant software, such as Point-of-Sale (POS) and inventory management systems.
• Education:
• A Bachelor's degree in Business Management or a related field is typically required; an MBA or equivalent graduate degree is often preferred for senior executive roles.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: BD1,500.000 - BD2,500.000 per month