RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that focuses on select market segments. These are Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain and Manufacturing. With over 12 years of experience in the recruitment industry, RPO Recruitment has access to over 80,000 candidates across various industries, all accessible through our highly trained and specialised recruiters. At RPO Recruitment, we have access to the most popular job portals and recruitment sites to enable us to hunt for those positions.
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A dynamic consumer electronics company is looking for an experienced Head of Consumer Electronics with strong commercial acumen and leadership experience.
This role offers full P&L ownership and the chance to lead multiple global brands across fast-moving African markets, driving growth, operational excellence, and team performance.
Responsibilities:
Own the end-to-end divisional P&L, including revenue, margins, and stock targets
Define pricing and margin strategies across multiple brands and markets
Manage a multi-brand Consumer Electronics portfolio, adapting strategies to diverse market conditions
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, accountable team
Build strong relationships with suppliers, retailers, and internal stakeholders
Balance aggressive growth objectives with sustainable gross profit and operational efficiency
Proactively address risks, resolve conflicts, and ensure smooth execution across the division
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
10+ years of progressive commercial experience, ideally in Consumer Electronics, FMCG, or branded distribution
5+ years in senior leadership roles with direct accountability for commercial outcomes and teams
Proven experience managing multi-brand portfolios and end-to-end P&L at divisional or business-unit level
Strong financial acumen, including pricing, margin, stock management, and commercial decision-making
Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills
Resilient, agile, and able to navigate volatile, fast-moving markets
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