Executive Manager – Ecommerce & Production

Reference: 11364 MLR
Consultant: Michelle le Roux

Job Description:

  • Lead and integrate retail, e-commerce and production operations.
  • Drive the growth and development of the e-commerce and commercial environment.
  • Oversee product development, production, procurement, merchandising and retail.
  • Manage warehousing, fulfilment and distribution operations.
  • Build a customer-focused business with strong service, people and systems.
  • Manage P&L, budgets, revenue, margins and long-term profitability.
  • Monitor inventory, costs, service levels and overall operational performance.
  • Identify new products, growth opportunities and practical business improvements.
  • Lead, develop and motivate a multidisciplinary management team of approximately 100 people.
  • Use data, technology and AI to improve efficiency and scale.
  • Stay up to date with local and international trends and translate them into business opportunities.

Qualifications:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Management, Commerce, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Engineering or MBA.
  • Relevant commercial experience in a senior leadership role.
  • Proven P&L experience in e-commerce or an integrated commercial environment.
  • Strong entrepreneurial mindset and commercial acumen.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop large, multidisciplinary teams.
  • Good understanding of e-commerce technology, data, digital platforms and AI.
  • Strong ability to turn strategy into measurable actions and results.
  • Hands-on approach with a strong focus on quality, product and detail.
  • Fluent in English and Afrikaans.
  • Willingness to travel internationally several times per year.

How to Apply:

  • Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.