Head of Learning & Development/ Training

Job description / Role

Rapidly growing food retail business requires Head of L&D / Head of Training to oversee this function across the GCC region.

Our client is an incredibly popular food retail brand with locations across the GCC that has exciting expansion plans in the pipeline. Due to these expansion plans and recent growth the business is looking to hire a Head of L&D / Head of Training to oversee its retail outlets across the GCC.

Having met with the HR Director and several senior members of the business recently we were impressed at the aspirations for the business and how the strategy clearly indicates that the one aspect that won't be compromised, through this growth, is quality of products and customer service. As such, we are looking for someone who holds high quality standards on both a personal and business level.

This role is a real mixture between strategy creation and operational deployment. This means that you will be equally able to formulate effective corporate L&D strategies, yet have the communication skills to transfer these from the board room onto the shop floor.

This is a new role in the business, so there are no direct reports as of yet, but this role will grow rapidly in line with the business growth and so we are looking for someone who will have the capability to manage a team in a short amount of time.

Requirements

To be considered for this role it is essential that you have retail experience within either food or non-food sectors but with several years' experience in a Learning and Development or training capacity at both the strategy and operational level.

This role is based in Dubai but will involve travel across the GCC. You will be compensated by working with top-class colleagues from all over the world, as well as a strong remuneration, bonus and benefits package.

This role is a critical appointment for our client and we have several interested parties already registering their interest. Do not miss out on this fantastic learning, development and training opportunity! Apply today!

About the Company

Why Focus International?

Firstly, we know our market and we deliver. Based in the UAE & The United Kingdom we have a track record of developing long term relationships with candidates & clients over the last 10 years who see the benefit of strategic Talent Management, from Graduates to Main Board appointments.

Our main areas of expertise lie within the following:

Functions:
Production & Engineering Food Technology Sales & Marketing Product Development Supply Chain & Logistics Human Resources
Finance
Purchasing

Channels: Manufacturing Retail Foodservice Distribution Ingredients Packaging
Hospitality
Equipment & Services

Categories: Bakery Dairy Grocery Added value chilled foods Frozen foods Fresh Produce Meat, Poultry & Fish Drinks and Beverages

To support our work, we have an extensive database of internationally based food, drink & FMCG professionals. We advertise on all relevant websites, we network constantly and with a team of experienced Search Consultants we know the people you will want to talk to.

We are the regions largest and only dedicated Food and Drink recruiter complimented by a number of excellent relations within many non food FMCG companies across the MEA who see the value our approach offers. Born out of a strategic vision from our parent group Focus Management Consultants Ltd to be closer to our international partners across the MEA region, we have rapidly become one of the premier FMCG recruitment consultancies working with both large multinational businesses and local operations. Supporting our consultative recruitment activity we utilise the most optimised and developed web and social media engagement techniques available in the market allowing our team of specialist consultants to engage with candidates & clients on many different media platforms. As innovative leaders of our sector, we are constantly investing in creative ways to source and attract candidates and add value to the recruitment process for our clients.

Our business approach is ethical and honest, and it is our clear objective to maintain integrity with both clients and candidates at all times.

The aim is to become your preferred recruitment contact who will work in partnership with you, assisting and advising at all times your search for that next career opportunity. We also desire to become the preferred partner of choice to FMCG businesses for your ongoing and long term recruitment needs. We will achieve this by delivering you highly effective solutions and committing to you for both your immediate and future business needs.