Job Description

Role Overview:

We are seeking a

dynamic, entrepreneurial Country Manager

to lead our expansion across

Levant (Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Yemen)

and parts of

Africa

. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with a

start-up mindset

ready to build markets, manage customers and distributors, and wear multiple hats to drive growth and results.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead business development and market expansion across assigned countries. Manage and grow relationships with distributors, key accounts, and customers. Drive P&L responsibility, focusing on

sales numbers, profitability, and market share

. Knock on new doors and unleash market potential with a strong

go-getter

attitude. Develop and execute local strategies tailored to each markets needs. Recruit, train, and support local teams and partners where needed. Represent the brand with humility, resilience, and adaptability in challenging environments. Report regularly on KPIs, forecasts, and market opportunities to HQ.

Key Requirements:

8+ years of FMCG experience, preferably in

confectionery, biscuits

, or similar categories. Experience working with distributors across diverse markets (Levant, Africa, GCC). Entrepreneurial spirit; hands-on, resilient, and solutions-oriented. Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record of delivering results. Comfortable working in a start-up environment without rigid corporate structures. Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong plus. Willingness to travel extensively across the region.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED25,000.00 - AED30,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Please share your current salary Please share your salary expectations Notice period Nationality Do you have experience managing operations or distributors in any of the following regions: Levant (Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Yemen) or Africa? If yes, please specify. * Help us find you on LinkedIn by pasting your profile URL