Group Business Development Manager - Azadea - Lebanon

The Group Business Development Manager is responsible for acquiring new brands and conducting market studies on potential new markets.

- Identifies potential brands, initiates and establishes contact with targeted companies.
- Conducts and coordinates financial, commercial, operational and legal activities.
- Validates brands and business models with Head of Departments and business units.
- Negotiates commercial terms and works closely with legal counsel on franchise agreements.
- Assesses opportunities of new venture and develops business plans. Conducts market studies and gathers intelligence on the macro environment of a potential new country, retail sector, consumer profile and competitive landscape.
- Plans, directs, manages activities of assigned personnel, delegates assignments and provides guidance to help subordinates enhance work performance..

Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration.
- MBA is a plus.
- Minimum 7-8 years of experience in a related field.
- Fluent in English.
- Proficient in MS Office.

Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- Developing and motivating others
- Driving and achieving results
- Initiative
- Communication
- Commercial understanding
- Customer focus

hr.lb@azadea.com