EMEA General Manager

HR Business Solutions; United Kingdom; In loco; GBP 140.000 - 200.000; Tempo pieno

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HR Business Solutions represents a fast-growing global consumer electronics and technology company seeking an EMEA General Manager to lead the region and drive its next phase of growth.

This senior role oversees performance, commercial strategy, organizational development and operational excellence across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, shaping regional strategy and building a sustainable business across multiple markets.

Competenze

• Extensive senior management experience in consumer electronics and tech.
• Proven track record leading regional businesses across Europe.
• Full P&L ownership with sustainable growth.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute the EMEA business strategy aligned with global objectives.
• Drive revenue, profitability and market expansion across the region.
• Lead regional commercial strategy and build distributor networks.
• Guide a large multinational team of directors and staff.
• Turn market insights into actionable growth initiatives.

Conoscenze

Senior management

Regional leadership

P&L ownership

Channel management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Fluent English

Multicultural teams

Commercial acumen

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Job Description

We are hiring on behalf of one of our clients, a fast-growing global consumer electronics and technology company. They need an experienced EMEA General Manager to lead the region and drive its next phase of growth.

About the Role

This is a senior leadership position with full responsibility for regional performance, commercial strategy, organizational development and operational excellence across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. You will shape the regional strategy, strengthen market presence and build a sustainable business across multiple markets.

Scope

• Lead an organization of 40+ employees, including sales and marketing teams
• Five functional or regional Directors reporting directly to you
• Drive collaboration across commercial, marketing, sales and operations

Key Responsibilities

Region Business Leadership

• Develop and execute the EMEA business strategy in line with global corporate objectives
• Drive revenue growth, profitability and market expansion across the region
• Identify new business opportunities and strengthen competitive positioning

P&L Management

• Own the full EMEA P&L, including revenue, profitability and budget
• Oversee both offline and online business channels
• Monitor performance, optimize resource allocation and deliver financial targets

Sales & Channel Development

• Lead regional commercial strategy and business development across key European markets
• Strengthen distributor networks, retail partnerships and e-commerce channels
• Build strong relationships with strategic partners, key accounts and major retailers
• Develop go-to-market strategies tailored to each market

Organisational Leadership

• Lead and develop a large, multicultural regional organization
• Provide strategic direction to the five direct-report Directors
• Build a high-performance culture and strengthen management capability
• Attract, develop and retain senior talent across the region

Market Strategy & Transformation

• Track market trends, competitor moves and consumer behavior
• Turn market insights into clear, actionable business strategies
• Drive organizational transformation and operational improvements for the next stage of growth

Who We Are Looking For

• Extensive senior management experience in consumer electronics, consumer technology, smart devices, wearables or related industries
• Proven track record leading regional businesses across multiple European markets
• Full P&L ownership with sustainable business growth delivered
• Solid experience managing online and offline channels, including distributors, retail and e-commerce
• Ability to lead large, multicultural organizations and senior management teams
• Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking and execution
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent English is essential; additional European languages are an advantage
• Ideally based in Germany, the UK, the Netherlands or another major European market