Marina Home Interiors
Country Manager - KSA
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPosted yesterday
- Salary
- AED 15k–22k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Executive
- Field
- Executive & Management
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
Position Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Country Manager to lead our business operations in the KSA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for launching the brand, setting up 100% foreign legal entity, operational infrastructure, and driving the expansion of showrooms in strategic, high-traffic locations across the country. This is a pivotal leadership role for a self-starter with a deep understanding of retail, local regulations, and market dynamics in KSA. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the establishment of 100% foreign legal entity in KSA. • Agree on a clean measure of operational profitability (EBITDA), Top Line expansion, COGS, OPEX and Return on Investment Capital (ROIC). • Liaise with governmental, and regulatory bodies to obtain necessary licenses and permits. • Develop and execute a comprehensive market development plan and go-to-market strategies tailored to the Saudi market, especially Financial Efficiency. • Secure prime locations for showroom openings, breakeven analysis and oversee agreements, fit-out, design and brand launch. • Drive revenue growth and brand awareness through strategic partnerships, marketing initiatives, and customer engagement. • Build and lead operations in KSA across functions, ensure high standards of service, operational efficiency, and inventory management. • Monitor P&L performance and accountability, reporting and analytics, and manage budgets. Qualifications & Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field (MBA preferred). • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in premium retail, life style, or similar sectors. • Proven track record of launching businesses or expanding operations in KSA. • Strong understanding of the Saudi retail landscape and local regulatory environment. • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. • Fluent Arabic and English languages. • Based in KSA.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field (MBA preferred). 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in premium retail, lifestyle, or similar sectors. Proven track record of launching businesses or expanding operations in KSA. Strong understanding of the Saudi retail landscape and local regulatory environment. Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. Fluent Arabic and English languages. Based in KSA.
Responsibilities
Lead the establishment of 100% foreign legal entity in KSA. Agree on a clean measure of operational profitability (EBITDA), Top Line expansion, COGS, OPEX and Return on Investment Capital (ROIC). Liaise with governmental, and regulatory bodies to obtain necessary licenses and permits. Develop and execute a comprehensive market development plan and go-to-market strategies tailored to the Saudi market, especially Financial Efficiency. Secure prime locations for showroom openings, breakeven analysis and oversee agreements, fit-out, design and brand launch. Drive revenue growth and brand awareness through strategic partnerships, marketing initiatives, and customer engagement. Build and lead operations in KSA across functions, ensure high standards of service, operational efficiency, and inventory management. Monitor P&L performance and accountability, reporting and analytics, and manage budgets.
Skills
- leadership
- negotiation
- communication
- market development
- go-to-market strategies
- brand launch
- showroom operations
- P&L management
- budget management
- vendor negotiations
- regulatory compliance
- contract management
- financial analysis
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