Job Description

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the overall business operations and growth of the company. The role will oversee sales, projects, retail, dealer network, branch operations, business development, and commercial initiatives.

He/She will have full responsibility for business performance, P&L, revenue growth, profitability, operational excellence, and strategic expansion, while working closely with Group Management to achieve the Company’s objectives.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring active involvement in sales, business development, strategic negotiations, branch expansion, tenant recruitment, customer engagement, and operational execution.

Business Operations & Leadership

Lead and oversee the end-to-end business operations of the company
Ensure smooth day-to-day operations across Retail, Projects, Dealer Network, Branch Operations and support functions.
Establish clear operational strategies, SOPs, workflows, governance controls and performance standards.
Drive operational excellence, service quality, cost optimization and sustainable business growth.

Revenue Growth & Commercial Performance

Lead sales strategy and performance across B2B projects, dealer channels, retail showrooms and B2C customers.
Own monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.
Drive lead generation, conversion, showroom sales and project closures.
Personally lead strategic negotiations and high-value commercial deals.
Expand dealer networks, partnerships and customer acquisition channels.
Strengthen market presence and brand visibility.

Profitability & P&L Ownership

Take full ownership of the Profit & Loss (P&L) of the company
Drive profitability through revenue growth, gross margin improvement, pricing discipline and cost controls.
Monitor net profit performance in alignment with the agreed profit-sharing mechanism.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, margin analysis and cash flow management.
Ensure timely collection and healthy receivables aging control.

Strategic Planning & Business Development

Develop and execute business strategies aligned with Group objectives.
Identify new market segments, products and business opportunities.
Drive new revenue streams and commercial partnerships.
Monitor market trends, competitors and industry developments.
Recommend strategic initiatives to enhance revenue and profitability.

Branch Expansion & East Malaysia Growth

Lead branch expansion plans, including East Malaysia (Sabah / Sarawak) and other strategic locations as directed by Management.
Identify suitable locations for new branches, showrooms and retail presence.
Oversee branch setup, including renovation, fit-out, IT readiness, manpower, operational launch and post-launch stabilization.
Ensure branch performance, breakeven timelines and profitability targets are achieved.

Mall Leasing, Tenant Recruitment & Ecosystem Development

Lead the planning and execution of large-scale commercial and mall-space leasing initiatives.
Identify suitable retail or mall spaces aligned with the Company’s expansion strategy.
Lead tenancy negotiations and finalize leasing commitments.
Recruit and curate complementary business partners and tenants, including furniture, home décor, lighting, renovation, soft furnishing and related lifestyle businesses.
Ensure optimal occupancy rates, tenant mix, footfall generation and rental yield.
Build a one-stop interior and lifestyle ecosystem to drive cross-selling opportunities and strengthen market presence.

Hands-On Operational & Commercial Execution

He/She is expected to adopt a hands-on leadership approach and actively participate in business execution.
This includes, but is not limited to, sales closures, customer engagements, site visits, project coordination, showroom operations, branch setup, tenant recruitment, dealer management and on-ground problem-solving.
The role shall not be limited to managerial oversight and is expected to drive execution at the operational level whenever required by Management.

Leadership & People Management

Lead, manage and develop a high-performing management team.
Set clear KPIs, accountability measures and performance review mechanisms.
Work closely with HR on recruitment, talent development and performance management.
Build a performance-driven and commercially focused culture.

Reporting, Governance & Compliance

Present monthly business performance reports to Group Management.
Report on sales, margins, profitability, risks, opportunities and expansion progress.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, Company policies and governance standards.

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