General Manager

The role of the General Manager (GM) is to design, develop and implement the strategic plan for his /her company in the most cost effective and time efficient manner. The GM is responsible for both the day-to-day running of the company and developing business plans for the long term future of the company.

Context

- Brands portfolio Selective and Mass distribution

- New brands and develop them on the UAE market

- Multi axes (Perfumes, Make up, accessories etc)

- Multi retailers context

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Direct reporting team :

- 2 division managers commercial and marketing

- Finance

- administration

In their endeavor to excellence, the fundamental values all our employees must possess are Commitment, Integrity, Empathy and Flexibility

• Planning and Management

» Provide leadership and vision to his/ her company by assisting the managers and staff with the development of short and long term goals and annual plans, and with the evaluation and reporting of progress on plans

» Develop and monitor strategies for ensuring the long-term financial viability of the company

» Set goals for all departments/ divisions based on the company’s plans

» Oversee preparation of an Annual Report summarizing all aspects of plans to Senior Management

» Develop proposals as needed to assist the organization in determining and meeting its goals

» Oversee design, delivery, and quality of programs and services

» Establish rules, regulations and procedures for the company and ensure they are applied

» Stay abreast of current trends related to the company’s products and services and anticipate future trends likely to have an impact on its work

» Seek and develop new business opportunities.

• HR Management

» Develop future leadership within the organization

» Apply and help implement and develop all kind of HR policies (Man-power planning, Recruitment and retention, Talent identification, training and development, Succession planning within his/her unit, Performance management…)

» Promote a culture that reflects the company’s values, encourage good performance, and reward productivity

» Ensure that all staff has sufficient and up-to-date information

» Evaluate the company’s and the staff’s performance on a regular basis.

• Financial Management

» Provide vision and leader ship in long- range fiscal planning to ensure the continuity and financial health of the company

» Oversee preparation of annual budget, regular variance statements and annual audit

» Provide recommendations regarding effective utilization of long and short term debt, including refinancing and purchasing/ sales

» Oversee staff in developing annual budgets that support operating plans and submits budgets for management’s approval

» Prudently manage the company’s resources within budget guidelines

» Provide prompt, thorough, and accurate information to keep Management appropriately informed of the company’s financial position.

• Marketing, PR and Community

» Assure that the company and its mission, programs, and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders

» Serve as the primary spokesperson and representative for the company and actively advocate for the company, its beliefs, and its programmatic efforts

» Acts as a liaison between the company and the community, building relationships with peer company when appropriate

» Oversee content, production and distribution of all marketing and publicity materials (posters, program, flyers, mail outs, brochures etc).

• Man Management

» Manage, engage and guide his/ her team of managers and ensure the top-down implementation of the same

» Can be involved in the recruitment process for some of the key positions of his/ her company

» Responsible for coaching and training own team members, and formalise and follow up on each team member’s Individual Development Plan, in coordination with the employee and HR

» Conduct the appraisal and assessment of own team members

» Ensure identification and proper development and recognition of Talents within his/her unit.

Desired Skills and Experience