• Application Deadline:
• Position: General Manager (Retail)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  
  

Description

• Our client is seeking a highly experienced General Manager to oversee business operations, procurement, vendor relations, and strategic growth initiatives across multiple retail locations.

Role Overview

• The General Manager will be responsible for driving operational efficiency across retail outlets, managing procurement and vendor relationships, overseeing budgets, and supporting business growth and profitability.


• The role requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, analytical thinking, and hands-on experience managing retail operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive revenue and margin growth across retail locations


• Identify growth opportunities and support new store openings or market entry initiatives


• Conduct market, customer, and competitor analysis within the retail environment


• Collaborate with Finance on retail pricing, margin analysis, budgeting, and financial planning


• Streamline retail and back-end operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs


• Source, onboard, and manage local and international vendors and suppliers


• Oversee procurement, sourcing, merchandising, and purchasing activities


• Manage operational, procurement, and merchandising budgets


• Monitor retail performance (sales, margins, inventory turnover) and recommend improvement initiatives


• Work cross-functionally with store teams, operations, finance, and merchandising to achieve business objectives


• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and retail performance presentations


• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements


• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field


• Master’s degree is an added advantage


• Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience, with at least 3 years in a retail management role


• Experience managing retail operations, procurement, and vendor relationships


• Demonstrated experience supporting growth, store performance optimization, and cost-control initiatives


• International sourcing experience and trade fair exposure is an added advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of retail operations, procurement, and finance


• Proven experience managing multi-store retail environments


• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills


• Solid experience in vendor, inventory, and supply chain management


• Analytical mindset with budgeting, forecasting, and retail performance analysis experience


• Ability to adapt to changing retail and market conditions


• Results-driven, with a strong focus on efficiency, sales growth, and customer satisfaction.