General Manager: Old Khaki

4 weeks ago


Cape Town, South Africa Cape Union Mart International Full time

We are a leading fashion retailer in South Africa, dedicated to providing our customers with the latest trends and styles. An opportunity has arisen for a DYNAMIC, INNOVATIVE, RESULTS- ORIENTATED LEADER, to join a talented Executive Team and to head up the **Old Khaki Merchandise Division**, which falls within the Cape Union Mart Group of Companies.

**Responsibilities will include**:

- All duties commonly expected of the Leader of a large scale fashion retail merchandise division.
- Develop and execute merchandise strategies within the Old Khaki Division that are aligned with company objectives and market trends. This includes strategies to achieve sales, profitability and stock management goals.
- Manage stock levels and ensure optimal stock levels across all stores.
- Collaborate with the marketing teams to ensure compelling product presentations and promotions.
- Collaborate with the Trends & Visual division to ensure that Old Khaki is positioned as a leading fashion retailer in the markets that we trade.
- Maximisation of E-Commerce and Omni Chanel opportunities.
- Collaborate with suppliers to source high-quality merchandise at competitive prices.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to maximize profitability whilst building sustainable relationships.
- Co-operation and support for our Proudly South African Manufacturing Division & Design Centre, with strong focus on local sourcing.
- Commitment and investment in the Group’s Vision & Values.
- Inspirational leadership, mentoring and development of team members.
- Building a winning culture throughout the Old Khaki merchandise division.
- Collaboration with other chains within the Cape Union Mart Group of Companies, including the Cape Union Mart & Poetry chains.

**Qualifications and Experience Required**:

- A business based undergraduate degree is preferable.
- Sound financial and systems knowledge is important (Preferably Oracle and PLM)
- A proven track record of leading teams in the merchandise division of a fashion retailer is essential.



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