Country Manager - Middle East

Who We Are Etraveli Group is the globally leading company for tech solutions and fulfillment capabilities for online sales of flights. We are here to solve complexity, by connecting millions of flights and travelers across the globe, from search and selection to trip and beyond. We hold consumer online travel agency brands like Mytrip, GoToGate & Flight Network and serve Booking.com with flights. Etraveli Group has also established strategic partnerships with companies like Skyscanner, Google Flights, TUI, etc. Every day we strive to make the world smaller for our customers and bigger for our people. Our diverse team of more than 2400 passionate professionals is what makes us the industry's tech wonder and the best in the world at what we do. Our major offices are in Sweden (HQ), Canada, Greece, India, Poland. Position Summary As a Country Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of our company's operations in the Middle East. You will play a key role in developing and executing strategic plans to ensure the company's growth, profitability, and market presence in the region. Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement business strategies to achieve company objectives in the Middle East
• Conduct market analysis and identify opportunities for growth
• Collaborate with the global leadership team to align local strategies with overall company goals

Operational Management:

• Drive market-specific initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure execution of business strategies
• Manage financial performance and budgeting for the country
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve operational performance

Market Expansion:

• Identify and pursue business development opportunities to expand the company's market share
• Establish and nurture relationships with key partners, clients, and stakeholders
• Stay abreast of industry trends and competitive landscapes

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and company policies
• Identify and mitigate potential risks that could impact the company's operations
• Implement and maintain ethical business practices

Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the local team and global headquarters
• Communicate company goals, policies, and updates to the local team
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and with local media

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree preferably in a quantitative discipline, such as Economics and Engineering, or in Business Administration or related field
• Proven experience as a Country Manager or in a similar capacity
• Business acumen and strong project management skills
• Self-motivated with ability to take ownership in a fast growing environment
• Results-oriented with a focus on achieving business objectives
• Data-driven with a 360 view thinking along with strong critical and analytical skills
• Comfortable with data analysis
• Strong communication & presentation skills as well as excellent command of English
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a global team
• Understanding of the local market and business landscape
• Industry knowledge will be considered a plus
• Comfortable working in a multicultural, international environment subject to continuous changes and multiple priorities
• Fluency in the Arabic language

Benefits Successful in e-commerce, on the edge of technology development and with vast experience in the travel industry; we are able to offer you the best of three worlds. When you join us, you'll be part of a working culture and community where you can have an impact and be supported by our strong leaders on the journey ahead. We base our benefits on four key principles: Financial Benefits

• We pay fairly and align compensation with your role's impact on the company
• Referral bonus
• Pension & insurances*

Wellbeing & Community

• Your health and safety is important. In order to be the best version of you every day, you need an environment that provides for your wellbeing
• We believe in celebrations and continuously have team-bonding events
• Breakfast and fresh fruit at the office regularly
• Support via our health-care plans and employee assistance programs

Personal Development

• Being at the forefront is important for us and we want to provide resources to help you grow
• Extensive learning opportunities enabling our employees to become experts in their field
• Team trainings and workshops closely connected to your role.
• Our leaders are recognized as thought leaders in their fields and in your role you will have experts to learn from

Hybrid Working

• We want to enjoy the best of all worlds and we know that doesn't always mean working at the office
• A mix of working from home or from our offices that encourage communication and collaboration
• Work from anywhere for 2 weeks per year
• Please note that while our key principles are the same in every location, the adoption of benefits may vary by country

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