General Manager at a Fast-Growing Beauty and Cosmetics Company - Owens & Xley Consults

Owens & Xley Consults - Our client, a Fast-Growing Beauty and Cosmetics Company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client is seeking to hire the services of a competent and experienced General Manager that will be responsible for managing the company's operations, setting sales goals and managing employees.
• Applicants must have detailed knowledge of the cosmetics industry and must be able to offer advice about the use of cosmetics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's business strategies to attain the goals of the board and shareholders
• Responsible for the achievement of operational and financial results - both top (revenue) and bottom (profitability) lines
• Develop systems, policies and procedures to enhance productivity, cost-effectiveness and efficiency
• Provide strategic advice to the Managing Director so that they will have an accurate view of the market and the company's future
• Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities
• Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times
• Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners and authorities
• Oversee the company's financial performance, investments and other business ventures
• Manage various departments such as R&D / Product Development, Production and Logistics, as well as Sales and Marketing
• Good understanding of the different government regulations and industry practices in terms of product certifications, imports and exports, tariffs and taxes
• Delegate responsibilities and supervise the work of executives providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance
• Read all submitted reports by lower rank managers to reward performance, prevent issues and resolve problems
• Act as the public speaker and public relations representative of the company in ways that strengthen its profile
• Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth
• Preparation of annual budgets relating to the brand, including sales, margin, volume, retail & wholesales channels, e-commerce etc.
• Managing the sales channel process and ultimately responsible for logistics, ordering, and returns through your team
• Take an active role in daily business driving activities, with a consistent presence in the retail stores. Effectively manage operations costs related to labour, supplies & inventory and all other expenses
• Facilitate proper execution of marketing plans, promotional programs and visual merchandising standards

Requirements

• BSc / BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MSc/MA will be preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of recent senior experience in General Management of a Retail and wholesale distribution channel of consumer goods.
• Proven experience as Managing Director or other managerial position, strong financial management experience with an ability to develop and achieve budgets & targets
• Preferably with a track record of developing new markets and building up a brand from scratch
• Demonstrable experience in developing strategic and business plans
• Thorough knowledge of market changes and forces that influence the company
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance
• Familiarity with corporate law and management best practices
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong business acumen
• Mature and proactive, hands-on personality with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and problem-solving skill
• Strong relationship building skills with customers & suppliers
• A good understanding of the retail or wholesale distribution channel is essential.

Salary
N250,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
2nd June, 2022.