Regional Retail Manager - Bakery Ingredients/Food Industry

Our client, a leading and highly reputed name in bakery ingredients and products, operating since 30+ years across 5 countries, are seeking a highly motivated Regional Retail Manager to lead and grow the company's retail business across hypermarkets, supermarkets, and modern trade channels in the regions where they operate (UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar & KSA). The role is responsible for driving sales growth, managing key retail accounts, strengthening customer partnerships, and ensuring successful execution of commercial strategies.

Location

Dubai, UAE Reports To: CEO Key Responsibilities Develop and execute regional retail sales strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets. Manage relationships with all regional key retail chains and modern trade partners. Negotiate annual agreements, promotions, pricing, and product listings. Monitor sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities. Lead and support sales teams to deliver business objectives. Prepare sales forecasts, budgets, and performance reports. Report and co-ordinate activity with CEO. Key Competencies Strategic Sales Management Key Account Management Commercial Negotiation Team Leadership Business Planning & Forecasting Results-Oriented Mindset Promotional ROI and category performance. Benefits Competitive salary package. Performance-based Growth opportunities. Medical insurance. Annual airfare and leave benefits as per company policy. Regional exposure and career advancement opportunities. Immediate recruitment at HO in UAE, Dubai.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience Masters's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field. 7+ years of similar or food industry sales experience. Proven track record in managing hypermarket and supermarket accounts across multiple markets, with strong expertise in B2B sales and in-store bakery category development Strong commercial negotiation, leadership, and relationship management skills. Willingness to travel across regional markets. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Packages (outlook, excel, PowerPoint, CRM, etc). Valid UAE Driving License is mandatory.