Business Unit Manager

Executive Solutions

UAE

Ref: HP031-1710

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

We are currently looking for a business unit manager to lead and develop a leading European business focusing on the design and build of storage tanks in the GCC region. Due to their forecasted growth plans over the next 3 years they need an individual to drive the business through the initial stages of growth.

Key responsibilities include assuming P&L responsibility for the unit as well managing and directing the operations and projects, business development and business expansion; you will also be responsible for directing and leading the senior Managers and business heads, whilst reporting directly to the CEO of the parent company.

Key responsibilities will involve:
- Business development across the O&G and related sectors.
- Business Strategy / Financial Management.
- Conceptualise and lead operations in overall by following company policies, guidelines and goals communicated by the company.
- Manage P&L and balance sheet performance.
- Develop and operationalise strategies, long-range plans, annual operating plans, annual budgets, while measuring progress on on-going basis.
- Undertake project management activities and supervise the teams.
- Provide leadership and strategic direction for the development of the project.
- Plan and manage the operations team development and resource allocation.
- Develop strategic plan to advance companies objectives and to promote revenue and profitability within or any potential expansion.
- Conduct all financial reviews and demonstrate the most appropriate cost efficiency in all business functions and issue the reporting on weekly / monthly basis as the case may be.
- Strategic Management (Planning, Financial, Analysis, Business development) project management and in developing project plans, coordinate projects, communicate changes and progress, complete projects in time and budget, manage project team activities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a Mechanical Engineer with at least fifteen years experience in a reputed organization engaged in large/medium scale storage tank projects within the UAE/GCC/MENA Region.

Other credentials include:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience working in Senior Management capacity.
- Graduate with management qualifications.
- Proven skills in business and financial management.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a proactively diverse and inclusive organisation.
- Excellent, proven interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise a staff team.
- Effective problem - solving and mediation skills.
- Proficiency with computer equipment and software.

About the Company

Executive Solutions is a different breed of talent consultancy. Driven by a unique philosophy, we think differently and act differently from the pack. Were here to do one thing: to improve our clients businesses by finding, focusing and delivering the most talented people.

We dont just do traditional contingency recruitment. Discovering talent is much more than just matching a CV to a vacancy - its about understanding companys corporate culture and ensuring a comprehensive match. We believe that in order to find the right candidate we must understand the motivations and ambitions of senior management, which is reflected in our personal approach when partnering with a client.

Executive Solutions is your trusted talent solutions partner head quartered in Dubai, specialising in direct talent, tailored talent and HR talent solutions, along with Nationalisation initiatives throughout the Middle East. Driven by a unique philosophy, we incorporate innovative and comprehensive talent management solutions each tailored to suit what our clients need.

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