Country Manager – Saudi Arabia

About the role

The Country Manager will lead and manage all operations of El‑Araby Group in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aligning local activities with the headquarters’ strategic objectives. This senior position is responsible for driving commercial growth, overseeing P&L, and ensuring compliance with local regulations while protecting brand integrity.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the KSA market strategy in line with the group’s vision.
• Identify growth opportunities and market trends to expand market share in home appliances.
• Represent the company in local business dealings and maintain strong relationships with government authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Drive revenue growth through sales strategies, channel development, and customer engagement.
• Oversee pricing, promotions, product positioning, and competitiveness in the KSA market.
• Manage relationships with distributors, retailers, and key accounts.
• Ensure smooth operations across supply chain, logistics, and after‑sales service.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely replenishment with headquarters.
• Implement quality standards and ensure compliance with KSA regulations.
• Own the P&L for the KSA subsidiary, preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing local team while ensuring compliance with HR policies and KSA labour laws.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of commercial leadership experience, including at least 5 years in the KSA market.
• Proven track record managing P&L and driving growth in home appliances or consumer electronics.
• Strong knowledge of KSA market dynamics, regulations and cultural nuances.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.

Required skills