Consumer Electronics General Manager

Consumer Electronics (FMCG) General Manager (GM) Qatar | QAR 35,000 - QAR 60,000 / month Guildhall, the regions best rated Executive Search Firm is currently looking for Consumer Goods General Manager for a Multinational Company based in Qatar.The successful candidate will be responsible for managing existing brands, as well as developing new brands and complementary business lines. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 20 years of experience in handling operations of home appliances, consumer electronics, IT, mobile, etc., in a trading and distribution environment, with a minimum of 5 years in the role of Assistant or General Manager with independent P&L responsibility.Key Responsibilities:• Channel management, including organized retail (OR), individual channel (IR), B2B/institution business, and brand shop.• Principal management• Planning purchases with rolling forecast• Product launch, placement, promotion, and pricing• Planning and execution of annual/monthly budgets• Managing overall P&L for the business, tracking budget month-wise, and reporting to CEO/CBDO• Accountability for profitability, inventory management, planning promotion and distribution management, service, logistics, and support functions like finance, HR, etc.• Maintaining market share as per guidelines across channels• Stock purchase, inventory, debtor, and overall working capital management• All marketing activities including ATL/BTL• Managing key client relationships and providing excellent service support• Mapping all competitive activities within accounts to manage set goals and competition brand information on prices and offers• New brand and business development• Cordial trade relationship with all partnersQualifications, Experience, & Skills:• Graduate with a minimum of 20 years' experience in handling operations of home appliances, consumer electronics, IT, mobile, etc., in a trading and distribution environment, with a minimum of 5 years in the role of Assistant or General Manager with independent P&L responsibility• High networking skills and the capability to build and expand business portfolios by bringing new brands and complementary businesses• Previous experience working in Qatar preferred• Master's degree in management from a reputed institute preferred• Ability to work independently and build effective teams• Discipline and punctuality, able to meet deadlines• Excellent networking capabilities and oral and written communication skills• Experience in spreadsheets working• Principal management experienceIf you meet the qualifications and experience requirements listed above and are interested in joining a multinational company in Qatar, please apply with your CV and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you.