General Manager – Beverages Distribution | Bahrain
Location : Bahrain
Company : Leading GCC Group
Reports To : Group CEO
Important Note : Only candidates with
GCC experience in beverages or regulated product distribution
will be considered.
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented
General Manager
to lead our beverages distribution business in Bahrain. The role demands strong commercial acumen, operational excellence, and governance discipline. The successful candidate will drive growth across multiple channels while ensuring compliance with all regional regulations and group standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead overall
P&L ownership , driving revenue, margins, and cost efficiency.
Define and execute
channel strategies
across on-trade, retail, wholesale, and e-commerce.
Develop and implement
portfolio, pricing, and route-to-market strategies .
Manage relationships with brand principals and key customers.
Oversee
supply chain, warehousing, and logistics
operations.
Ensure compliance with
excise, VAT, customs, and local licensing
frameworks.
Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team aligned to growth and compliance KPIs.
Drive
data-driven decision-making
through dashboards, CRM, and ERP insights.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree
MBA or equivalent
preferred.
15–18+ years
of experience with at least
7+ years in beverages or regulated product distribution
at scale.
Proven track record of
brand portfolio management ,
key account leadership , and
revenue growth .
Experience managing
multi-site retail / wholesale operations
and
logistics environments .
Strong understanding of
GCC market dynamics
and compliance standards.
Key Competencies
Commercial & financial acumen
Strategic planning and execution
Operational excellence & governance
Leadership & team development
Stakeholder management
Data-driven decision-making
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