Position summary the country manager (cm) is a key business leader for club demonstration services (cds) and responsible for operational direction and management of the in-house demonstration program for their designated country.this role has overall responsibility for the execution of strategic plans, business plans, budgeting, hiring, training, developing and managing all members of the cds team.the cm oversees annual budgets and business operating plans and will be responsible for meeting financial targets.the country manager is the key contact between the senior leadership team and the client and will develop and enhance the customer relationship with senior level management at costco and its vendors.business / functional results creates, administers and measures budget and budgeted goals for country of accountability; increase cds business connectivity with new potential customers pitch and close new business opportunities for cds in designated country accountable for all store operations, sales and finances in designated country and other back-office support functions.manage cds brand marketing in the local country; deliver quality products at efficient price points identify the most critical initiatives and work with the team to lay out short- and long-term plans to achieve goals; monitor effectiveness of operating procedures, space utilization and quality of demonstrations by conducting routine store visits evaluate various demo performance metrics including execution rates, sales performance, labor hours and operational costs, and makes adjustments as necessary provide operational direction, training, coaching and development to subordinate managers to ensure their success and success of the business.lead the expansion of new business in designated country exemplify high standards as the key contact between the senior leadership team and the client education level : (required) : bachelor's degree o r equivalent experience (preferred) : mba degree 6 to 8 years of experience managing, supervising and training staff.ability to contribute to setting and achieving budgets strong strategic background and commercial mind to drive and grow the business and be able to function well under stress.solid understanding of accounting practices, budget planning and analyzing business performance.a candidate who has responsibility for local p / l is preferred.excellent computer skills including working knowledge of word, excel and a web based system.office / sedentary requirements work is performed primarily in an office environment.typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.this job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; asm shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
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