General Manager
Hire Resolve
Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 25 August 2025 - Closing Date 25 October 2025

Job Details

Job Description

A leading importer and distributor in the plumbing products industry is looking for an ambitious and hands-on General Manager with strong experience in stock management, warehouse operations, and performance management to join their team in Montagu Gardens. This is a growth-oriented role where the successful candidate will work closely with the business owner, managing day-to-day operations while building a long-term career with the company.

Responsibilities:

  • Act as a trusted operational partner to the business owner, ensuring the effective execution of business objectives.

  • Oversee distribution and warehouse operations, ensuring efficient stock management, accurate reporting, and smooth supply chain processes.

  • Manage the showroom retail environment to deliver excellent customer service and achieve sales targets.

  • Supervise the service and repairs division, ensuring quality control, turnaround times, and customer satisfaction.

  • Support customer and supplier relationship management, including negotiations and resolving issues.

  • Apply financial discipline by monitoring budgets, margins, debtor days, and working capital.

  • Lead and motivate a team of 20 employees across multiple business areas, driving accountability and performance.

  • Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements.

  • Provide regular reporting and insights on key metrics, risks, and opportunities.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Management, Logistics, or a related field (essential).

  • Relevant experience in import, distribution, retail, or service/repairs operations.

  • Strong stock management and warehouse operations knowledge.

  • Proven maturity, reliability, and ability to handle challenging conversations.

  • Sound financial acumen with experience analysing margins, costs, and working capital.

  • Hands-on and pragmatic leadership style with team management experience preferred.

  • Demonstrated potential to grow into senior leadership responsibilities.

Benefits:

  • Salary: negotiable.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

Apply for this role today, contact Abigail King at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:  [email protected]

 

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.