COUNTRY DIRECTORS BRIEFCountry Directors represent their company in a foreign country. They work within growing industries experiencing global expansion. They manage all operations in a particular region, including recruitment, budgets, planning, and submitting reports. They might also require specialized skill sets and industry-related knowledge.- Liaising with head office and writing up quarterly/annual reports.- Recruiting, vetting, and training all new staff.- Researching the country or region thoroughly and adapting strategies accordingly.- Monitoring Optimum performance at all levels and scheduling training as required.- Implementing an effective brand strategy and ensuring consistency.- Building professional relationships with staff and clients.- Maintaining a good image of the organization at all times.- Collaborate with senior management on strategic initiatives.- Manage marketing and sales strategies, increasing brand recognition and awareness.- Maintain relationships with customers, retailers, and suppliers.- Review and evaluate competitors.- Create and implement effective business plans.- Develop effective action plans and respond to emergencies in a timely and effective manner.- Develop opportunities for expansion of business.- Develop marketing plans.- Develop contingency plans for emergencies.- Formulate and implement strategies for preventing and managing crises.- Manage budgets.- Monitor progress of projects.**Requirements**:**Requirements**:- Bachelors degree in business administration, management or a related field (preferably a masters degree).- Postgraduate degree in sales, finance or similar is also acceptable.- A good knowledge base of the country/region, and a willingness to learn.- The ability to provide excellent customer service.- Good people-management skills.- Experience living abroad is advantageous.- Sensitivity to different cultural norms.This job remuneration is based on commission.Requirements - Bachelor's degree in business administration, management or a related field (preferably a master's degree). - Postgraduate degree in sales, finance or similar is also acceptable. - A good knowledge base of the country/region, and a willingness to learn. - The ability to provide excellent customer service. - Good people-management skills. - Experience living abroad is advantageous. - Sensitivity to different cultural norms. This job remuneration is based on commission.
