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Job description / Role
* To manage launch of the dedicated brand from scratch
* To be fully accountable for the P&L delivery and growth
* To lead strategic brand development & business planning
* To review performance according to the brand objectives and standards
* To manage delivery of optimum ongoing sales and cost performance
* To maintain brand/partner relationships
* To be responsible for setting product and pricing strategy
* To manage the brand location strategy
* To oversee brand marketing communication tools and plans
* To provide team development and leadership
* To be responsible for team succession planning
* To share best practices and ensure that they are rolled out in all key performance areas of operations
Requirements
* Energetic & dynamic
* Charismatic
* Commercially astute and profit driven
* An influential, proactive and strong leader
* A proven track record of delivering success through teamwork
* An excellent negotiator
* Comfortable managing complexity
* 10-15 years gained in food retail and/ or high-end food FMCG / grocery related retail industry (including a minimum of half in senior management positions) and passionate for food brands and retail
* Preferably with some multi-national / multi-site experience
About the Company
As a leading international franchise operator, with nearly 90 of the world’s most recognised brands in its portfolio, Alshaya Group brings great shopping, dining, leisure and hospitality experiences to millions of customers across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Europe and beyond.
Alshaya Group is a dynamic multinational business and family owned enterprise with a consistent record of growth and innovation. For 35 years, Alshaya has been a pioneering force in brand franchising, using its exceptional knowledge and experience to expand at pace.
Our portfolio of well-loved international brands includes Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, KidZania and, coming soon, Hampton by Hilton.
From one retail franchise store opened in Kuwait in 1983, Alshaya Group has consistently grown and diversified and today offers customers an unparalleled choice of brands across multiple sectors; Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Leisure & Entertainment, and Hotels. A diverse, skilled team of 53,000 people from 120 nationalities support more than 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, a growing online business and a commitment to delivering great customer experiences.