General Manager

Job Description : GM OMAN a leading renowned Food Distribution Company in Oman is looking out for a General Manager, (based at Muscat Oman), to lead and drive the commercial and operational aspects of the Company’s business in Oman. The primary focus of the role is on maximising year-on-year performance with respect to target market whilst retaining a Group perspective as well as developing the Company and team for long-term sustained success. The position is based in Muscat, Oman. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the business and guiding the general business strategy. Develop budgets and ensure their achievement Ensure Financial & Commercial performance of Company business. Day to day overall decision making and prioritization. Bring about good balance between commodities & brands. Reduce excessive dependence on commodities Co-ordinate and optimize the functions of Procurement, Sales & Marketing, Logistics & Warehousing, Finance, IT, P&A and other support functions. Ensure Health & Safety environment within the organization. Develop key performance goals and manage the performance of the staff. Develop and drive Company business plans including Capex. Improving and safeguarding the position of the Company Staff recruitment, development, training, evaluation, and retention. Management of Performance Processes: Ensure improvement and sustainability of all commercial processes to achieve the budgeted profits / cash flow (with support from the Finance /Accounts team). Ensure staff performance and that performance is addressed and monitored on a continuous basis. Commercial: Co-coordinate and prioritize commercial activity across process lines and types Oversee Accounts department’s supervision on working capital management i.e., Debt collection, credit control, stock control & cash management. Contributing to key account management and other commercial issues across the sales and marketing department Business Development and relationship management Visit all major customers including government organizations, HORECA segment, retail segment and major clients of other group companies to tap opportunities. Originate strategic business development initiatives particularly in relation to the Company business being managed and take up relevant opportunities with the Sales and Marketing Manager / Key S&M personnel. Contributing to help Company on technical expertise on business development / acquisitions /new projects/ sales and marketing/brand management etc. when necessary. Qualifications In-depth understanding of the strength & advantages of our brands, commodities, price fluctuations, impact of economic policies on our vendors / brands and changing customer preferences. Thorough knowledge of the sector and its competitors. Excellent communication and written skills. Proven business, techno-commercial and financial acumen. Strong understanding of, and alignment with, company’s strategy and values.

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