General Manager

The General Manager will oversee an apparel company's full range of business operations, focusing on growth, efficiency, and product quality. This role requires a strategic leader with a deep understanding of the apparel industry to drive operational excellence, foster team collaboration, and ensure the company’s objectives are met.

General Manager Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Oversee daily operations across all departments, including production, sales, marketing, and logistics, ensuring each aligns with the company’s strategic goals.
• Team Development: Lead, mentor, and support department heads and key personnel to optimize team performance and encourage professional growth.
• Production and Supply Chain Management: Collaborate closely with production and supply chain teams to ensure product quality, timely delivery, and cost efficiency.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage departmental budgets, monitoring expenses to meet financial goals.
• Performance Tracking: Establish and monitor KPIs for each department, ensuring consistent performance reviews and improvements.
• Customer Experience: Oversee customer service strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.
• Compliance and Quality Control: Ensure adherence to industry regulations, quality standards, and sustainability goals.
• Market Positioning and Growth: Work with the marketing and sales teams to identify new growth opportunities, trends, and strategies to strengthen the brand’s market presence.

General Manager Requirements

• Experience: 10+ years of experience in management, with a significant portion in the apparel or fashion industry.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a collaborative environment.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of apparel production, supply chain logistics, and retail operations.
• Financial Acumen: Demonstrated experience in budget planning, financial analysis, and cost management.
• Problem-Solving: A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to identifying and resolving operational challenges.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to a fast-paced industry and manage varying work hours as needed.

General Manager Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms and digital retail strategies.

• Strong network within the apparel or fashion industry.

• Experience with sustainability initiatives in production and sourcing.

General Manager Benefits

• Growth Opportunities
• Creative Environment
• PTO
• Sick Days

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