Executive Recruitment Consultant at Monroe Consulting Group is partnering with a large regional retail group that is expanding a modern minimarket format. We are looking for a senior business leader to build, lead, and scale this business unit.
This is a General Manager-level role for a true business builder, with full ownership across strategy, operations, merchandising, commercial performance, and organization development.

Job Description

Lead the overall business operations of a growing retail chain
Drive store performance, sales growth, and operational excellence across the network
Shape and execute merchandising and assortment strategies aligned with market positioning
Oversee day-to-day retail operations, field execution, and store standards
Align marketing initiatives with commercial and customer objectives
Ensure strong financial governance, margin control, and long-term business sustainability
Develop operational systems, SOPs, and performance frameworks
Build, structure, and lead cross-functional teams across Operations, Merchandising, Marketing, and Finance
Partner closely with group leadership on expansion plans and business direction
Take an active, hands-on leadership approach in both strategic planning and field execution

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree is required
Proven track record leading a retail chain business at GM, BU Head, or senior retail leadership level
Strong experience managing multiple functions, including Operations, Merchandising, Commercial, and financial oversight
Demonstrated success in scaling store networks and leading expansion initiatives
Experience building teams, systems, and processes within a growing business environment
Strong commercial mindset with solid profitability management capability
Exposure to retail markets across Asia (Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, etc.) is highly valued
Background in convenience store, small supermarket, or similar high-volume retail formats is an advantage