Country Manager at Outside Peek

Our client in the FMCG sector is in search of a self-motivated country manager to help with organization expansion. The country manager will lead all operations, including but not limited to recruitment and training, writing budgets, reports, and assessing performance.

The ideal candidate should be a competent public speaker, possess good networking abilities, be able to work without supervision, and demonstrate cultural sensitivity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitoring, managing and overseeing all operations of the business within the country
• Liaising with head office and writing up quarterly/annual reports.
• Recruiting, vetting, and training of new staff.
• Researching the country or region thoroughly and adapting strategies accordingly.
• Monitoring performance at all levels and scheduling training as required.
• Implementing an effective brand strategy consistent with the company’s policy and ensuring consistency.
• Develop team selling approaches based on trade needs
• Develop annual budgets, profit targets, sales plans, and growth plans for the company in alignment with the strategic objectives of the company, and implement strategies to achieve those plans
• Building professional relationships with staff and clients
• Maintaining a good image of the organization at all times

REQUIREMENTS

• BSc in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a country manager or a similar role
• A good knowledge base of the country/region, and a willingness to learn
• Good customer service orientation
• Good people-management skills
• Sensitivity to different cultural norms
• Analytical and Negotiation Skills
• Team Leadership
• Planning and Organizing
• Financial and Business awareness