La Savannah
Retail, Fashion & FMCG
General Manager
About this role
La Savannah is a growing home fragrance and lifestyle company creating products and sensory experiences for homes, businesses and hospitality spaces. With operations in Nigeria and Rwanda, the business spans retail, modern trade, hospitality and corporate channels, with ambitious plans for continued growth
The company is looking for an experienced, commercially minded General Manager to work closely with the CEO and take ownership of the day-to-day running and growth of the business. This is a hands-on management position for someone who wants to play a meaningful role in building and scaling a growing business
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day business operations
- Manage retail and stall operations and drive sales performance
- Coordinate production teams and production schedules
- Maintain accurate inventory and stock records
- Manage relationships with retail and modern trade partners
- Drive sales, revenue and new business opportunities
- Build and maintain strategic business relationships
- Manage team performance and support HR functions
- Improve systems, processes and operational efficiency
- Monitor business performance and prepare regular reports
- Work closely with the CEO to execute business strategy and priorities
Requirements
- Proven experience in management, operations, sales, commercial or business development
- Strong understanding of how businesses grow and generate revenue
- Entrepreneurial and capable of working with limited supervision
- Strong leadership and people-management skills
- Highly organised and detail-oriented
- Confident working with numbers, reports and business data
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Canva and other relevant business tools
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
- Commercially driven, proactive and comfortable taking ownership of the business as a whole
Job Details / Compensation
- Salary: NGN 350,000 monthly plus performance incentives
- Location: Lekki, Lagos
- Applicants must reside in Lekki or its immediate environs
- Experience: Relevant management, operations, sales or commercial experience required
How to Apply
Apply below via the JobClave with your updated Resume/CV and a brief introduction explaining why you are suitable for the role
Application Deadline: Friday, 23 October 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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