MEA General Manager – Growth & Franchise Leadership

Papa John's International , Inc.; United Arab Emirates; Remote; AED 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Papa John’s in the UAE seeks a General Manager, International Markets (MEA) to lead growth, profitability, and brand integrity across the region. You will partner with global and regional teams to shape strategy, strengthen franchise relationships, and drive operational excellence in diverse markets.

You will balance global standards with local market needs, deliver annual plans and forecasts, and foster a high-performance culture focused on sustainable sales, store growth, and customer

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading multi-market regions.
• Experience shaping growth strategy across multiple markets.
• Strong franchise relationship management and stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term growth strategy for the MEA region.
• Drive sustainable sales, store growth, and profitability.
• Lead franchise partnerships and ensure brand standards across markets.
• Foster innovation in digital platforms, loyalty, and delivery channels.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and regional performance analytics.

Job description

Papa John’s in the UAE seeks a General Manager, International Markets (MEA) to lead growth, profitability, and brand integrity across the region. You will partner with global and regional teams to shape strategy, strengthen franchise relationships, and drive operational excellence in diverse markets.

You will balance global standards with local market needs, deliver annual plans and forecasts, and foster a high-performance culture focused on sustainable sales, store growth, and customer