EXPORT MANAGER
Our client is a leading high end fashion/ accessory consumer products manufacturer. The company is the largest manufacturer in its sector within the Middle East and is very high up in the global ranking with a presence in 35 countries.
The company products are unique exhibiting top quality and continue to be highly popular and valuable.
Our client is taking huge steps to expand and to move into new areas. They are entering the next level and exploring new territories, covering new wide ranges of products and categories
Strong growth track record and well positioned to capture future growth
Over the last four years the company increased sales by 40% and has hence built a strong distribution platform within Saudi Arabia. Combined with its already strong presence in entire MENA region and the growing importance of the US customer base, and opening new markets in Eastern Europe, our client is well positioned to further increase its overall market share and to capture a large portion of the expected growth.
Experienced management team with proven results
Our client's management team consists of experienced Saudi nationals and expatriates combining best international practices and local knowledge. The Company has been very successful in retaining its senior managers and developing succession from within.
KEY DUTIES:
# Lead the Export Sales Operations branch including the company and commercial products sales
# Manage staff as well as participate in setting measurable objectives and KPIs for the section
# Implementation of effective cost control and revenue improvement programs with the aim of achieving highest possible operating income
# Participate in developing yearly operating budgets and export sales plans
# Accurately prepare and convey all operational and financial data to the Executive General Manager
# Monitor and supervise export activities and provide guidance and direction on an on-going basis
# Ensure that all purchasing guidelines are followed and implemented according to the company policies and procedures
# Consistent evaluation of market conditions and trends
# Direct efforts in implementing sales and marketing plans to maximize profitability
# Communicate on regular basis with the management in KSA and ensure that areas of concern are addressed promptly and thoroughly
# Ensure that customer satisfaction is met and that all customer complaints are handled promptly and appropriately
# Continuously assess and evaluate the performance of the operation and staff in his section
# Reporting to the Executive General Manager
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Middle East experience in export of luxury consumer goods
• Must have Luxury Consumer Goods experience - fashion/ accessories/ jewelry/ luxury cosmetics/ perfumes etc
• 6 years total experience with 2 years in an Export Manager role
• Leadership / people management skills
• Hands on & execution oriented
• Arabic speaker
• Team spirited
• Multi-tasked
COMPENSATION/ BENEFITS:
• Salary package: Up to $75k USD per annum + BONUS
• + relocation
• High quality benefits package including accommodation
Skills
SKILLS
KEY SKILLS
• In depth understanding of regional export market and guidelines
• Ability to assess market trends and consumers demand
• Ability to assess competitive threats
• Communication / negotiation
• Analytical mindset
• Customer oriented
• Experience in export of international brands
• Self confident
