General Manager (Bang & Olufsen luxury audio products stores)

JR Italy; Como; In loco; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading multinational company is seeking a General Manager for its Italy operations. This role involves driving strategic growth, optimizing operational efficiency, and leading a high-performing team, while exceeding luxury customer expectations. Candidates should have extensive experience in the premium sector, strong analytical skills, and fluent English and Italian proficiency.

Servizi

Continuous professional development

Competitive salary package

Health insurance

International career opportunities

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years of experience in premium/luxury management.
• Proven success in brand growth and sales.
• Fluent in English and Italian.

Mansioni

• Lead and enhance collaboration of all functions within the business unit.
• Design and execute an omnichannel strategy to drive growth.
• Recruit and develop high-performing teams.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Analytical Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description:

About the Role: The General Manager of ASBC Italy plays a pivotal role in driving sustainable and profitable sales growth, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and providing premium services across all Lines of Business (LOB) of Bang & Olufsen.

Mission: Lead, coordinate, and enhance the performance and collaboration of all functions within the business unit. Foster a culture of engagement, excellence, and accountability. Represent the company to authorities, clients, and strategic partners. Act as a brand ambassador for B&O in the region and ensure successful execution of business plans submitted to group management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic & Commercial Growth: Design and execute a unified omnichannel strategy (retail, e-commerce, B2B), driving growth of the B&O Stage business and elevating customer experience.
• Operational Excellence: Establish and optimize KPIs, SOPs, and inventory processes to ensure efficiency, profitability, and top-tier service standards.
• Team Leadership & Culture: Recruit, develop, and lead high-performing teams, fostering a results-driven, inclusive, and customer-centric culture.
• Market Development & Brand Activation: Expand omnichannel presence, launch premium events for HNWIs, and execute integrated marketing to enhance brand visibility and loyalty.
• Governance & Strategic Reporting: Ensure compliance, operational integrity, and data-driven reporting, contributing to strategic and financial planning at the corporate level.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Commercial/General Management within premium/luxury/consumer electronics/furniture retail sectors.
• Proven success in growing brand equity and sales through strategic planning and operational execution.
• Ability to lead, inspire, and manage teams across diverse functions and regions.
• Deep understanding of luxury/premium customer expectations and exceeding them through service and experience.
• Strong analytical skills; proficient in interpreting complex data and translating insights into strategies.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; adept at relationship management at all levels.
• Business acumen with a strategic outlook; able to identify market opportunities and adapt quickly.
• Proficiency in English and Italian (both verbal and written) is essential.
• Adaptable, agile, and solution-oriented leadership capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

We Offer:

• Work for a financially strong, fast-growing multinational company.
• Access to continuous professional development: training, certification, events, and team-building activities.
• Competitive salary package and motivation scheme.
• Health insurance.
• International career opportunities.

ASBIS Group is a leading IT company specializing in value-added distribution and development of IT, IoT, and Robotic products, solutions, and services across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

With over 30 years of experience, ASBIS has grown into an international group headquartered in Cyprus, with subsidiaries in 34 countries across EMEA, employing nearly 3,000 people.

We are proud to be one of the certified companies by Great Place to Work, emphasizing our commitment to workplace culture. We invest in creating a workplace where every employee can grow professionally, with support to unlock their potential and build a future with us.

Whatever your expertise, you will find a range of career opportunities at ASBIS. Apply now.

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