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Regional Business Manager - Middle East
Clothing/Apparel
South East
Permanent
Updated January 31, 2012
The Regional Business Manager (RBM) - Middle East will be responsible for building the brand in each of their regional markets, aligning distribution partners on global strategy to deliver maximum value to the Timberland brand.
You will have a remit to develop, execute and deliver on the strategy for your region with a view to building the brand in the market according to Timberland Strategy. This will be managed through the day-to-day leadership of the team and management of the region, ensuring that Timberland's existing distribution partners are aligned for maximum business potential. As the RBM, you will have full ownership for the region's P&L, in line with company budgets & forecast.
The RBM role has five direct reports, across commercial management, product merchandising, visual merchandising and 2 x customer service. As part of your role as a sales leader, you will be responsible for the training, mentoring and development of your team, identifying future talent for the Timberland business. Further their own careers within the business will be supported through individual development plans, feedback and coaching.
Who we're looking for
First and foremost, candidates will have an affinity with the Timberland brand and a belief in their ethos and what they represent. Essentially, you will be able to get passionate about these products and ideally it's a brand you already wear!
Leading a diverse team within an International Market will not be new to you. You will have established a broad skill-set encompassing, but not limited to, the following:
- Distributor Management
- Strategic Business Planning
- Line Management
- Retailing / Retail Management experience
- P&L, forecasting & budget management
- Bi-lingual; ideally English plus Arabic and/or one other major European language
- Degree educated, or equivalent
The ideal candidate will be a brand-focused leader with the ability to take both a broad, strategic overview, as well as have the people-management and team leadership skills to work closely with a direct team of local account managers. You will have a high-level of self-awareness, enabling you to manage cultural differences and situations.
The role will be based out of the Global Distributor HQ in Slough, UK and the RBM can expect to spend up to 50% of their time travelling internationally. When in the UK, it is important that you're able to spend time with the wider Global Distributor team in the Slough HQ.
About our client
Timberland is part of the US-based VF Corporation, one of the world's leading manufacturers & suppliers of clothing, footwear and apparel. The business was established in 1955 as a family-owned footwear company and given the 'Timberland' name in 1973.
From their first waterproofed boots in the 1970s to their contemporary footwear and apparel ranges today, Timberland has equipped people to take on the outdoors and make a difference in their world. Their dedication to making quality products is matched with the company's commitment to doing well and doing good. Whether that's through volunteering in local communities or developing innovative products that reduce our carbon footprint, one thing's for certain - Timberland's special, and you'll make sure the whole of Europe knows exactly what we stand for! www.timberland.com
What's on offer
Basic salary of c£70,000 plus car scheme, bonus, pension, healthcare, dental, product discount & gym membership.
Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on 0118 955 9589.
Job Ref: 13202202
Your application will be sent to Chris Bessant.
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