General Manager (Fashion-Focused)

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General Manager (Fashion-Focused) Location: Fully Remote, South Africa-Based ( working UK hours )
Salary:R44,000-R55,000pm ( experience dependant )

Role Overview:
We are looking for an experienced General Manager with strong finance, operations, and leadership skills, ideally with a background in fashion. This role is both strategic and hands-on, involving financial planning, operational oversight, team coordination, and business growth initiatives. The ideal candidate combines financial acumen with operational expertise and thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee cash flow forecasting, monitor burn rate, and provide actionable financial insights for cost efficiency and profitability.
Conduct and interpret daily P&L reports, budget forecasts, and profitability analyses.
Collaborate with finance personnel to prepare monthly financial reports, offering strategic insights and recommendations.
Operational Oversight: Manage seamless day-to-day operations, including logistics, inventory, and import/export processes, optimizing efficiency and quality control.
Set and track KPIs for team members, ensuring accountability and goal alignment.
Identify and implement process improvements to drive operational efficiency and cost savings.
Business Development & Strategy: Develop and execute business growth strategies, focusing on market positioning, brand expansion, and competitive analysis.
Conduct market research to align the brand with industry trends, identifying new opportunities for revenue growth and partnerships.
Team Leadership & Coordination: Lead cross-functional collaboration across finance, marketing, and operations, fostering a positive and productive team culture.
Provide coaching and set clear objectives for team members, ensuring alignment with company goals.
Facilitate communication across departments, keeping all stakeholders informed on progress and updates.
Client & Stakeholder Relations: Represent the company in board and client meetings, providing insights on financial and operational performance.
Manage relationships with external partners to support business growth and continuity.
Requirements: Experience: Minimum 5 years in a general manager or senior operations role within the fashion industry or similar fast-paced environment.
Skills: Strong proficiency in Xero or equivalent accounting software.
Comprehensive understanding of cash flow management, budgeting, P&L, and financial forecasting.
Proven ability to oversee logistics, supply chain, and inventory management.
Qualities: Strategic yet hands-on leader with a "roll-up-your-sleeves" approach; strong communicator and proactive problem-solver.

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