Save JobEmail Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFirst hire in the Middle EastGlobal business that is expanding their global footprint and focusing on MENAAbout Our ClientOur client is a family own business with a tradition globally on the furniture that they manufacturer. They represent multiple brands and they have also their own furniture products. They have a cutting edge production facility in APAC and they are currently expanding their footprint in Middle East, North America and Europe.Job DescriptionThe selected candidate will be responsible:Create together with management team a business plan with activities in the Middle East marketDevelop a SWOT analysis to clearly validate the business plan, and craft a strategy in the regionIdentify and develop relationships with key stakeholders in the furniture manufacturing industryApproach retail, manufactures and potentially clients (high end hospitality, or high end residential market)Independently develop pipeline to grow the businessDevelop top-line in order to grow the team, and recruit across Middle EastThe Successful ApplicantThe successful candidate must have:10 years of experience in the furniture industry, ideally with a manufacturer.At least 5 years of experience in the middle east market in the furniture industryIndependent, and results orientedStrong communications and presentation skillsWhat's on OfferThis is a unique opportunity to join a multinational as their first hire in the Middle East, our client has identified the region as one of their highest potential, and plans to grow organically the selected candidate to lead a team in the short term.ContactBernardo PereiraQuote job refJN-032022-5394953Job summarySectorSalesSubsectorTechnical / IndustrialIndustryBusiness ServicesLocationUnited Arab EmiratesContract typePermanentConsultant nameBernardo PereiraJob referenceJN-032022-5394953