Operations Manager

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP647-1397

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Our client, a fast growing distribution organization specialized in Professional Cosmetics is currently recruiting for an Operations Manager to be based in Dubai.

Job Purpose:
You will be responsible for managing the operations providing effective support to the Sales team and Key Clients.

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:
- Independently handle the day-to-day operations of the company
- Manage the operations team and make sure that all assigned tasks are completed.
- To provide the managing directors with regular updates, forecasts, sales strategy, business development and other regular reporting to enhance the performance and sales of the company.
- Provide business plan to the managing directors that could include; new products, additional geographies, marketing strategy, exhibition participations and ideas that could improve the internal processes
- Providing the required budgets to operate the ongoing business operations and incremental budget requests as part of expansion needs.
- Direct and coordinate activities of departments concerned with the import, pricing, sales and/or distribution of products.
- Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties.
- Review financial statements, sales and activity reports and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.
- Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures, conferring with managing directors, organization officials, and staff members as necessary.
- Determine staffing requirements and interview hire and train new employees, or oversee those personnel processes.
- Direct and coordinate organization's financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency.
- Determine goods and services to be sold, and set prices and credit terms, based on forecasts of customer demand.
- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time, specifically the top clients and suppliers.
- Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.
- Resolve client complaints swiftly and effectively.
- Attend networking events and business meetings as and when required.
- Promote the Companys brand image and values through own appearance and behaviour so that it reflects the high standards of the Company.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, you must have the following skills and attributes
- 5 to 10 years experience in the Distribution and Beauty industry
- Previous Operations Management and Sales experience is a must
- Excellent communications skills in English
- Proficiency in all MS Office applications
- Planning & Organising skills

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including: