District Manager

Majid Al Futtaim; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim is seeking a District Manager for Carrefour in Saudi Arabia to lead store performance, coordinate cross‑functional activities, and ensure alignment with corporate strategy. This role focuses on driving profitability, implementing the national concept, and maintaining brand standards across assigned stores.

The ideal candidate brings extensive retail leadership experience, strong negotiation and stakeholder management, and the ability to manage multiple stores while coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in a relevant field is required.
• MBA is a preference.
• 10 years’ experience in a similar role with at least 3 years in retail (supermarkets).
• Demonstrated high level skills in team management, communication, and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper conservation, utilization, and profitability of store assets.
• Guarantee store visits in assigned stores and drive performance improvements.
• Oversee national concept development and its application across the country.
• Enforce corporate policies and regulatory compliance for the operating country.
• Apply product assortment structure and maintain quality presentation.
• Coordinate cross-functional synergies and support new projects.
• Maintain promotional image and contribute to performance management inputs.
• Identify training needs and coordinate with HC for training delivery.

Skills

Team management

Communication

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor degree

MBA preferred

Job description

BUSINESS INTRODUCTION

Majid Al Futtaim Holding is the leading shopping mall, retail, communities, entertainment developer and operator in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia regions. With over 43,000 people, revenues of over US$ 11 Billion, and operations in 18 countries. Some of the iconic brands we carry include Mall of the Emirates, Carrefour, All Saints, Lego, City Center, Abercrombie & Fitch, & Vox Cinemas. We believe in making Great Moments for Everyone, Every day.

JOB TITLE

District Manager - Carrefour | MAF Retail | Head Office KSA

ROLE SUMMARY

The District Manager (Carrefour) is responsible for the continuous improvement of store performance by monitoring and analyzing the performance, suggesting improvement actions and control the implementation in line with the direction from senior management and organization objectives. The role holder is also responsible for coordinating internal functions to develop and maintain synergies between functions as per the overall strategy.

ROLE PROFILE

• Ensure the proper conservation and utilization, and profitability of the store assets in the country and guarantee store visits in assigned stores
• Support the development of the national concept and oversee its application within the country
• Ensure the implementation of MAF Retail corporate policies and guarantee the implementation of all laws, regulations related to the operating country is correctly followed
• Ensure the application of the product assortment structure and the quality of product presentation
• Support new projects during the whole project phase and coordinate synergies between functions
• Ensure the promotional image is maintained for the assigned stores
• Assist with the implementation of the performance management process by setting objectives, monitoring performance, and provide constructive feedback and provide inputs to senior management
• Provide inputs on training needs and coordinate with the HC department to ensure facilitation of training requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor Degree in a relevant field is required, MBA is a preference
• 10 years' experience in a similar role, with at least 3 years in the retail (Supermarkets industry )
• Demonstrated high level skills in team management
• Good business communication and presentation skills
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management

WHAT WE OFFER

• At Majid Al Futtaim, we’re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We’re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
• Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
• Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.