Job Description
Our Client: A distinguished FMCG organization seeking an accomplished General Manager with exceptional techno-commercial expertise to oversee and drive the overall performance of their business in Baghdad, Iraq.
Your Role: You will take on a critical leadership role, requiring strategic foresight, operational expertise, and a results-oriented mindset. You will oversee the overall business performance, aligning with the company’s strategic goals and core values. Your responsibilities include:
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement long-term and mid-term business strategies, along with annual budget plans, in consultation with the Executive and Managing Directors and the Board.
• Business Development: Explore and execute opportunities for market expansion, new product launches, and enhancing the competitive position while staying informed of industry trends and market developments.
• P&L Management: Oversee business performance, ensuring achievement of key financial metrics, including market share, sales (value and volume) and profits.
• Operations Management: Drive efficiencies in production, supply chain, and cost-to-serve, ensuring optimal factory utilization and operational excellence.
• Stakeholder Management: Cultivate strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government bodies, and JV partners, particularly in Iraq.
• People Leadership: Lead talent development initiatives, ensuring a robust leadership pipeline and alignment of teams with organizational goals. Provide mentorship and coaching to enhance team performance and address areas of development.
• New Business and Projects: Identify and execute initiatives to improve profitability, launch new projects, and expand market presence.
Must Have:
• 12-15 years of experience, with at least 3-5 years managing end-to-end P&L for an FMCG business.
• Strong techno-commercial expertise in FMCG ingredients business.
• Hands-on experience in overseeing production, sales, marketing, R&D, and supply chain functions.
• Proven financial and business acumen, with the ability to manage pricing, portfolio, and operations to drive profitability.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute contingency plans in dynamic market conditions.
Managing expectations: “At Mindfield, we strive for exceptional results, and we achieve this by understanding the needs of both our clients and candidates. We ask that you take note of our “must-haves” to ensure a successful application process. We look forward to building a long-term relationship with you. Mindfield – making a difference.”