Aura International

Wholesale & Business Development Manager

Kuwait City

FULL TIME

November 19, 2024

The Wholesale & Business Development Manager will be responsible for expanding the wholesale operations of travel products, developing relationships with retailers and distributors, and executing activation strategies such as shop-in-shop concepts. The role includes identifying and entering new markets, with a focus on international expansion, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business growth targets.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Wholesale Expansion:
  • Develop and execute a strategic plan to grow the wholesale division for travel products domestically and internationally.
  • Identify potential retail partners, distributors, and buyers in new markets.
  • Negotiate terms and close deals with wholesale clients.
  • Market Penetration:
  • Research and analyze international markets for travel products.
  • Identify legal, cultural, and logistical requirements for expanding into new countries.
  • Collaborate with local partners or set up distribution networks in new regions.
  • Activation & Shop-in-Shop:
  • Plan and implement brand activations to increase the presence of travel products in retail spaces (e.g., pop-up shops, in-store promotions).
  • Develop and manage shop-in-shop concepts with retail partners.
  • Monitor and evaluate the success of activations to ensure alignment with brand objectives.
  • Relationship Management:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key wholesale clients and retail partners.
  • Provide exceptional after-sales service and support to ensure long-term partnerships.
  • Sales & Revenue Growth:
  • Set and achieve sales targets, driving revenue growth for the wholesale division.
  • Collaborate with marketing and product teams to create compelling wholesale packages and promotions.
  • Team Leadership & Collaboration:
  • Coordinate with the marketing, logistics, and finance teams to ensure smooth wholesale operations.
  • Lead a small team focused on wholesale operations, activations, and country-specific projects.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in wholesale, business development, or retail expansion, preferably in travel products or related industries.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing wholesale strategies and expansion into new markets.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Familiarity with international trade regulations and retail partnerships.
  • Ability to travel frequently.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: KD600.000 - KD1,000.000 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Kuwait City: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
  • Managment: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Business Developments: 5 years (Preferred)
Location:
  • Kuwait City (Preferred)
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