General Manager – Cosmetics /Retail (Bilingual or Western Expat) 925 views

Objective:

In the effort to assist our prestigious client , we are recruiting a General Manager – Sales for their business development and to manage their retail expansion project  in KSA.

Job Profile:

You will be responsible for the  preparation  of annual brand budgets including sales, margin, volume, retail & wholesales channels, e-commerce etc.

Oversee all aspects of the skin care and cosmetic  product business including strategic planning and execution of the growth and expansion in Saudi

Overall management of the current  retail stores project  in Saudi Arabia and other surrounding regions

Responsible for the achievement of operational and financial results – both top (revenue) and bottom (profitability) lines

Develop systems, policies and procedures to enhance productivity, cost effectiveness and efficiency

Focal point of contact for the brand principal, including regular travel to Gulf countries as required

Providing leadership and motivation to your team and develop growth strategy across Saudi

Good understanding of the country’s regulations and industry practice in terms of product certifications, imports and exports, tariffs and taxes

Be involved in the recruitment, appraisal process, mentoring and performance management of your team

Through the organic growth identify and develop key staff into succession planning

Requirements :

Minimum Bachelor Degree in Business / Marketing or related disciplines

20 years of relevant working experiences within the Beauty FMCG (cosmetics and skin care) and/or pharmaceutical  industry

Minimum of 5 years recent senior experience in General Management of a RETAIL & WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTION channel of consumer goods i.e. COSMETICS, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

Preferably with a track record of developing new overseas markets and building up a brand from scratch

Strong financial management experience ability to develop and achieve budgets & targets

Strong business acumen/ P&L management

Excellent people skills, strong leadership qualities and a positive “can do” attitude
Strong relationship building skills with customers & suppliers
A good understanding of the retail or wholesale distribution channel is essential
Must be fluent in English and Arabic

Mature and proactive, hands-on personality with strong interpersonal skills

Excellent leadership, negotiation and problem solving skills

Based in Saudi Arabia or willing to be based in Saudi with the potential to travel frequently within KSA to develop and increase  market share

Interested applicants, please submit your CV or Resume stating all work experiences and achievements, last drawn compensation and reasons for seeking new employment