UAE Country Manager

DNA Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Country Manager to define and implement strategies for growth in the dermatology and personal care sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in management roles, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in sales and marketing. This role involves overseeing budget management, team development, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The candidate should be adaptable, resilient, and proficient in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in management senior roles in dermatology or medical care sectors.
• Proven track record in sales and marketing with strategic planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the country strategy and budget for profitable growth.
• Lead and supervise the team, managing performance and skills development.
• Optimize working methods and ensure compliance with local legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Financial Management

Education

Master’s Degree (MBA or equivalent)

Graduated in Business Administration

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Define the country strategy within the framework defined by regional/BU management and play a direct role in the implementation of key initiatives, especially regarding priority topics.
• Take responsibility for the income statement (P&L: from Revenue to the Operating Income) for all activity in your country.
• Define the budget and the 3-year timeframe for the country alongside your managers for the area in the context of profitable growth, gaining market share and sustainable development of our activities vs the competition.
• Establish economic frameworks at a subsidiary BU management level. Improve efficiency/productivity by developing activity in the country (structure, marketing/digital investments, human resources) through rational expenditure management within your area according to the regionn and Group’s strategic guidelines and in the context of profitable growth.
• Define and implement a policy of rationalization (brands, franchises, catalogs, organizations, etc.) and productivity-boosting based on indicators established by management (e.g. Turnover/FTE, field turnover/FTE, turnover excluding digital/field FTE excluding digital staff, etc.).
• Make and take responsibility for the resulting decisions: staff management, reorganization, recruitment or dismissal, budget cuts, etc. in accordance with the strategy defined by management.
• Promote a digital culture to improve "patient or consumer centricity" and ensure that we are a preferred and trusted partner.
• Draw up a comprehensive medicalization policy to set us apart from the competition.
• Optimize working methods and organization by proposing monitoring means and procedures in accordance with Group standards and local legislation, and by ensuring employee commitment (leadership, mobility, skills development, etc.).
• Lead and supervise the team. Develop skills and manage performance, both individually and collectively.
• Build bridges with other regions for sharing good practices and the ongoing development of our activity.
• Defend and implement the conditions for promoting and maximizing the value of our ethical, compliance and sustainable development approaches (Green Mission).

Qualifications:

• Graduated in Business Administration, Marketing, Life Sciences, or a related field. A Master’s Degree (MBA or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• With 7+ years of experience in management senior roles within the dermatology, cosmetic, personal care, or medical care sectors.
• Proven track record in sales and marketing, with experience in strategic planning and business development.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance in the dermatology and cosmetic industries.
• Strong leadership, team management abilities, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in financial management, including budgeting and forecasting with ability to analyze market trends and consumer behavior.
• In-depth understanding of the dermatology and personal care market as well as familiarity with medical care practices and product development in the dermatology sector.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, high level of adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare professionals and regulatory bodies.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the country and possibly abroad.
• Proficiency in English and good Arabic with understanding of cultural nuances.

At DNA Recruitment we carefully review all applications and aim to contact every suitable candidate within max. 5 working days. If you don't hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.