General Manager: Cape Union Mart

An opportunity has arisen for a DYNAMIC, INNOVATIVE, RESULTS- ORIENTATED LEADER, to join a talented Executive Team and to head up the Cape Union Mart Retail Division which falls within the Cape Union Mart Group of Companies.

The General Manager will report to the Group CEO.

Responsibilities will include:

• All duties commonly expected of the Leader of a multi-billion Rand business unit
• A Leadership role in Strategy Development and Execution
• Commitment and Investment in the Group’s Vision & Values
• Responsibility for the brand Image, Merchandise Mix and the “Point of View” of South Africa’s Leading Outdoor Retailer
• Operational effectiveness and efficiency
• Responsibility for the achievement of Budgets and Targets
• Inspirational Leadership, Mentoring and Development of Team Members
• Building a winning culture throughout the Division
• Maximisation of E-Commerce and Omni Chanel opportunities
• Maintaining and developing key relationships with suppliers and stakeholders
• Liaison and Co-operation with other divisions within the Cape Union Mart Group of Companies, including but not limited to Old Khaki, Poetry and Travel & Safari
• Co-operation and support for our Proudly South African Manufacturing Division, K-Way Manufacturers (Pty) Ltd, and encouragement of local sourcing and procurement.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• The ideal candidate should hold a business based undergraduate degree.
• A postgraduate qualification such as an Honours, Masters, GDA or MBA would be highly desirable
• The candidate should have at least 10 years retail trading experience in a senior leadership role (Leader of Leaders)
• Experience to include planning, sourcing and procurement of clothing, footwear, or outdoor products.
• Sound financial and IT knowledge (Preferably Oracle and PLM) is important
• The right candidate should have good inter-personal skills and be energetic and forward thinking
• A proven track record of success is essential 

The successful candidate should be available to commence as soon as possible and will be based in Cape Town. A market related package with excellent benefits will be offered.

Please attach a brief summary to your application stating why you believe you are the right candidate for this role.

We encourage applicants to apply online at www.capeunionmart.co.za/careers, alternatively, please email your CV and application summary to Tracy Jansen on Tracy.Jansen@capeunionmart.co.za.  Application closing date: 28 January 2025