Sefalana
Sa Rona – Your family value store
VACANCY
REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGER
Sefalana Cash & Carry, a leading distributor of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) in Botswana, has opportunities for a seasoned trader to take up the role of a REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGER. This is a senior management position and reports directly to the Country Head of Wholesale. The position is tenable in Gaborone.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
a) A bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, retail management, or any suited field of study. Additional certifications in business management will be an added advantage.
b) At least ten (10) years’ management experience within the FMCG sector; and at least five (5) years’ work experience at a senior or upper middle management level.
c) Practical understanding of wholesale business operations, product mix, consumer trends, and finding a competitive edge in a competitive business environment.
d) Competent in interpreting and using financial statements and general management reports.
e) Strong business acumen and analytical skills that are necessary to drive key performance areas within an FMCG business unit.
f) Be able to lead management teams to enhance staff engagement, and business productivity.
g) Be decisive and able to resolve customer queries, supplier queries, and employee issues.
h) Be able to establish and maintain good stakeholder relationships with all key stakeholders.
i) A valid Class B driver’s license.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will, among others, be expected to:
a) Participate in the formulation of the business strategy and the financial budgeting process.
b) Communicate the business strategy to his/her teams and develop action plans accordingly.
c) Coach and support management teams to implement strategic initiatives in their branches.
d) Supervise a team of line managers to enhance their productivity and business performance.
e) Review management reports to assess business performance and develop remedial actions.
f) Investigate new/under-exploited business opportunities to enhance business performance.
g) Meet the sales revenue, gross profit, stockholding, and stock loss targets set for the region.
h) Conduct routine visits to the branches to provide support to the management teams and assess their adherence to housekeeping/merchandising standards.
i) Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders for the benefit of the business.
The company offers a competitive remuneration package consistent with the nature of work, the candidate’s occupational experience, and academic qualifications.
Interested individuals should submit their application letters, Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of identity documents, driver’s license, and academic certificates to:
HRD Manager
Sefalana Cash & Carry Ltd
recruitment@sefcash.co.bw
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing Date: 02nd January 2026