Job Description

We are looking for an experienced country manager to be based in Kabul, Afghanistan;

• Job Location: Afghanistan
• Lead and manage the company and implement the company's concept to reach the goal at the national level and support the company's position as a leader.
• Increase conversion rate and secure reasonable profitability.
• Secure that the budget is aligned with long-term goals.
• Pro-actively follow up and monitor set goals and targets.
• Update forecast as needed.
• Increase operational efficiency.
• Ensure implementation and compliance with the company rules and guidelines.
• Ensure that the company meets all legal requirements and company policies for food safety and labeling in conjunction with the food safety specialist.
• Overall responsible for ensuring compliance with legislative and the company's requirements in the areas of quality and environment.
• Optimize sales and gross margin results in the country by working with the company's concept, the company's range, global strategies and national and local opportunities.
• Effectively manage and inspire your team, with particular reference to their selection, training, and development.
• Establish, and communicate, clear career and development opportunities within the company.
• Cooperate with the HR department of the holding company to develop training and relevant HR strategies.
• Contribute to the development of the company locally and internationally.
• Supervise and analyze the local competition to secure a competitive price distance from competitors and the lowest price in every food category.
• Monitor the national food market environment regarding competitors, customer expectations, trends, etc.
• Develop and support the implementation of communication policies, sales, and marketing strategies.
• Secure long-term growth and profitability in investment requests.
• Assume responsibility for projects and tasks as they occur.

Requirements

• At least a Bachelor's degree in Business, or other related fields.
• At least 10 years of managerial experience in a similar role.
• Strong experience managing an area/ region/country.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of product/brand management, distribution systems, product development and project management.
• Strong communicative skills and high energy in motivating, inspiring, and developing people (direct reports and matrix reports).
• Ability to establish effective working relationships across the country and internationally.
• Ability to work in a fast-moving environment.
• Fluent in English written and spoken.