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Job Title: General Manager Position Overview The General Manager (GM) is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and long-term strategic direction of the organization (or business unit), ensuring profitability, operational efficiency, and high levels of customer and employee satisfaction. The GM reports to the CEO or Executive Board and leads cross-functional teams to achieve company objectives, drive revenue growth, manage budgets, and uphold brand standards. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Leadership • Develop and execute the company’s strategic plans and annual goals. • Identify new market opportunities and recommend business development initiatives. • Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to maintain market positioning. 2. Financial Management • Prepare, manage, and oversee annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports. • Analyze P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow to ensure financial health. • Implement cost-control measures and optimize resource allocation. 3. Operations & Performance • Oversee day-to-day operations across departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Operations, HR, Finance). • Establish performance metrics (KPIs) and monitor progress toward operational targets. • Streamline processes and implement best practices to increase efficiency. 4. Team Leadership & Development • Recruit, mentor, and retain high-performing managers and staff. • Conduct performance reviews, set development plans, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. • Promote teamwork, collaboration, and open communication throughout the organization. 5. Sales & Marketing Oversight • Collaborate with marketing to develop promotional strategies, brand positioning, and pricing models. • Set sales targets, track sales performance, and coach the sales team to achieve revenue goals. • Cultivate relationships with key clients, vendors, and partners. 6. Customer Experience & Quality Assurance • Ensure customer satisfaction through high service standards and swift issue resolution. • Implement quality assurance and compliance programs. • Solicit and act on customer feedback to drive service improvements. 7. Compliance & Risk Management • Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. • Identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies. • Maintain health, safety, and environmental protocols. Qualifications & Skills • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred. • Experience: 7+ years of progressive leadership experience, including 3+ years in a senior management or GM role. • Financial Acumen: Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management. • Leadership: Strong people-management skills with the ability to build, coach, and motivate teams. • Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes. • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. • Analytical Skills: Proficient in data analysis and performance/operation metrics. • Adaptability: Comfortable working in fast-paced, changing environments. • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP, CRM, and business-intelligence tools. Working Conditions • Location: [Insert location or “Multiple locations”] • Travel: Up to X% domestic/international travel may be required. • Working Hours: Full-time; may require evenings or weekends during peak periods. Why Join Us? • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure. • Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement). • Professional development and continuing-education opportunities. • Collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to innovation. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Company Overview: Paws Fantasy Ltd is a UK-based creative e-commerce company specializing in transforming pet photos into royal-style custom portraits. Through its online platform, customers can upload their pet photos, choose artistic templates, and receive premium-quality printed artworks. Why We Need a Software Engineer: As the business grows and platform complexity increases, Paws Fantasy is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to build and maintain their custom e-commerce system. This includes both frontend (Vue.js/JavaScript) and backend (Java, PHP, Spring Boot) development for core features such as image uploads, order automation, payment integration, and customer database management. The engineer will also help develop internal tools, explore AI-powered image processing, ensure system reliability and security, and contribute to long-term technical planning. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain the company's custom pet portrait e-commerce platform, covering frontend (Vue.js/JavaScript) and backend (Java/PHP/Spring Boot) functionalities. - Implement core modules such as image upload, product customization interface, automated order processing, payment gateway integration, and customer database management. - Build and optimize internal admin tools for order tracking, customer support, product template management, and workflow automation. - Collaborate with designers and artists to create and integrate custom portrait templates, and explore AI-based image enhancement or generation tools. - Ensure platform scalability, system reliability, and data security; responsible for ongoing bug fixing, performance optimization, and infrastructure maintenance (e.g., cloud hosting, backups). - Participate in technical decision-making, suggest best practices, and contribute to long-term platform roadmap. Requirements - A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field - At least 5 years of professional experience in full-stack web development - Proficient in JavaScript (with Vue.js or similar), Java (Spring Boot), and/or PHP - Strong understanding of databases, API design, and system architecture - Experience deploying and maintaining web applications, including cloud infrastructure - Comfortable working independently and collaborating with non-technical teams (e.g. design, customer support) - Experience working on product websites, content management systems, or internal admin tools - Interest in building or improving image upload systems, customization workflows, or automated tools - Familiarity with e-commerce, digital platforms, or creative tech projects