Job closed
Ref: GP186-2529
Job description / Role
Country Manager - Kuwait
Charterhouse is working with a renowned fashion retail company. Our client is looking to hire a Country Manager to join their team in Kuwait.
Reporting to the Head of Retail based in Dubai, you will be responsible for all operations, ensuring the alignment of the regional / area / store teams with the overall business strategy. You be in charge of cost and commercial sales, being responsible for productivity, staffing, shrinkage, rent to sales in stores ratio and developing action plans to mitigate risks using the corporate guidance framework and expertise. You will also be accountable for budgeting, business development and expansion.
Requirements
The successful candidate should hold a Degree in finance, business management or retail management with at least 8 years experience as an Operations Manager / Country Manager. Strong analytical and influencing skills are essential for this role whilst Gulf experience would be highly advantageous.
About the Company
The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.