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Commercial Director

JP Group

Position OverviewThe Assistant to the Director of Product Planning plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth execution of product development, launch coordination, and market analysis. This position provides comprehensive support in managing timelines, documentation, supplier coordination, and market intelligence bridging creative direction with commercial strategy.The role requires a proactive individual who can balance administrative precision with an analytical understanding of product trends, consumer preferences, and competitive activity in the global fragrance market.Key Responsibilities:1. Administrative &amp; Coordination Support<ul><li>Provide direct administrative and operational assistance to the Director of Product Planning.</li><li>Schedule and coordinate meetings, manage communication with internal teams and external suppliers.</li><li>Maintain organized documentation for new and existing product lines, development stages, and approvals.</li><li>Prepare weekly status updates, minutes of meetings, and launch readiness reports.</li></ul>2. Product Development Assistance<ul><li>Support in preparing and updating Product Master Plans, SKU lists, and launch calendars.</li><li>Track progress of new fragrance development and packaging activities with R&amp;D, Design, and Production.</li><li>Follow up on fragrance briefs, prototype approvals, and artwork finalizations.</li><li>Assist in compiling product briefs, sample evaluations, and cost comparisons for management review.</li></ul>3. Market Research &amp; Trend Analysis<ul><li>Conduct ongoing market research on the latest perfume launches, packaging designs, and olfactory trends across global and regional markets.</li><li>Monitor competitor activities like pricing, packaging, storytelling, and promotional strategies and compile competitive benchmarking reports.</li><li>Prepare monthly &ldquo;What&rsquo;s Trending&rdquo; summaries highlighting hot-selling perfumes, new market entrants, and emerging scent profiles.</li><li>Present research insights to the Director and support in integrating market trends into future product plans.</li></ul>4. Supply Chain &amp; Production Coordination<ul><li>Liaise with Procurement, Production, and Warehousing to monitor material readiness and production schedules.</li><li>Track availability of bottles, caps, packaging components, and ensure readiness ahead of launch deadlines.</li><li>Update production trackers and communicate bottlenecks or delays to management promptly</li></ul>5. Data Management &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Maintain detailed databases for new and ongoing product launches.</li><li>Generate analytical reports covering launch timelines, sales trends, and lifecycle performance.</li><li>Coordinate with Retail and Sales teams to collect store-level insights on product performance.</li></ul>6. Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Work closely with Marketing for product storytelling, campaign briefs, and packaging communication.</li><li>Coordinate with Finance to ensure pricing, margin, and cost data are aligned with product targets.</li><li>Support internal review meetings with presentation materials and data analysis.</li></ul>7. Confidentiality &amp; Brand Integrity<ul><li>Handle all design-related data with utmost confidentiality.</li><li>Uphold the brand ethos, attention to detail, and commitment to quality and heritage.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Industrial Management.</li><li>Minimum 3&ndash;5 years&rsquo; experience in product coordination, market research, or merchandising (preferably in perfumes, cosmetics, or FMCG).</li><li>Familiarity with fragrance industry trends and global luxury brand positioning.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint); ERP or data management systems knowledge preferred.</li><li>Excellent English communication; Arabic an advantage.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Strong analytical and research skills with an eye for market and design trends.</li><li>Excellent organizational and time management abilities.</li><li>Strong coordination and cross-functional communication.</li><li>Creativity blended with commercial awareness.</li><li>Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information.</li><li>Interest and passion for perfumes, design, and luxury aesthetics.</li><li>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</li><li>Accuracy and timeliness of product development trackers.</li><li>Quality and relevance of market research reports and trend summaries.</li><li>Smooth coordination between product, marketing, and production teams.</li><li>Timely preparation of management reports and presentations.</li><li>Positive performance evaluation from the Director of Product Planning.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: BD400.000 - BD500.000 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Manama: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Product Planning &amp; Development: 3 years (Required)</li><li>Perfumes &amp; Cosmetics Industry: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>

Assistant to Director of Product Planning

Propel Consult

OVERVIEWPositionBusiness Development &amp; Operations ExecutiveDepartmentBusiness Development/OperationsReports toManaging DirectorLocationBahrainAbout Company &amp; Role PurposeSpearhead efforts to secure oil &amp; gas trading partnerships by developing supplier and offtaker relationships, coordinating documentation, and ensuring smooth trade execution across the GCC-Africa corridor.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ACTIVITIESGeneral <ul><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with GCC petroleum traders, suppliers, and terminal representatives.</li><li>Attend industry events and represent the company professionally in meetings and exhibitions.</li><li>Identify and evaluate potential offtakers in Africa and other target markets.</li><li>Support onboarding of suppliers and buyers through the company's registration system.</li><li>Assist in preparing documentation such as Commercial Invoices (CI), Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, SGS/Intertek reports, and insurance certificates.</li><li>Follow up with counterparties and ensure timely exchange of trade documents and compliance materials.</li><li>Coordinate logistics, inspection schedules, and communications between suppliers and off-takers.</li><li>Conduct KYC/AML due diligence checks on potential clients and suppliers.</li><li>Maintain an organized record of trade documentation and internal approvals.</li><li>Support preparation of reports for management and future investors.</li><li>Manage meeting schedules, follow up on email correspondence, and prepare basic presentations.</li><li>Support the Managing Director in strategic initiatives and project coordination.</li></ul>BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCEQualifications&middot; Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or related field (preferred).&middot; 1-3 years of experience in oil &amp; gas, energy trading, logistics, or related sectors (preferred).&middot; Arabic language proficiency is an added advantage.Skills&middot; Strong communication and negotiation skills.&middot; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.&middot; Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).Job Type: Full-timePay: BD800.000 - BD1,000.000 per month

Business Development & Operations Executive

Junaid Perfumes

<div>
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Product Planning Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth execution of product development, launch coordination, and market analysis. This position provides comprehensive support in managing timelines, documentation, supplier coordination, and market intelligence &mdash; bridging creative direction with commercial strategy.
 
 
 
 
 
 The role requires a proactive individual who can balance administrative precision with an analytical understanding of product trends, consumer preferences, and competitive activity in the global fragrance market.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Provide direct administrative and operational assistance to the Director of Product Planning.
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 Schedule and coordinate meetings, manage communication with internal teams and external suppliers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain organized documentation for new and existing product lines, development stages, and approvals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare weekly status updates, minutes of meetings, and launch readiness reports.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support in preparing and updating Product Master Plans, SKU lists, and launch calendars.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track progress of new fragrance development and packaging activities with R&amp;D, Design, and Production.
 </li>
 <li>
 Follow up on fragrance briefs, prototype approvals, and artwork finalizations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in compiling product briefs, sample evaluations, and cost comparisons for management review.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct ongoing market research on the latest perfume launches, packaging designs, and olfactory trends across global and regional markets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor competitor activities &mdash; pricing, packaging, storytelling, and promotional strategies &mdash; and compile competitive benchmarking reports.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare monthly &ldquo;What&rsquo;s Trending&rdquo; summaries highlighting hot-selling perfumes, new market entrants, and emerging scent profiles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Present research insights to the Director and support in integrating market trends into future product plans.
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with Procurement, Production, and Warehousing to monitor material readiness and production schedules.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track availability of bottles, caps, packaging components, and ensure readiness ahead of launch deadlines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Update production trackers and communicate bottlenecks or delays to management promptly.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain detailed databases for new and ongoing product launches.
 </li>
 <li>
 Generate analytical reports covering launch timelines, sales trends, and lifecycle performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with Retail and Sales teams to collect store-level insights on product performance.
 </li>
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 Coordinate with Finance to ensure pricing, margin, and cost data are aligned with product targets.
 </li>
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 Support internal review meetings with presentation materials and data analysis.
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Marketing, or Industrial Management.
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 Minimum 3&ndash;5 years&rsquo; experience in product coordination, market research, or merchandising (preferably in perfumes, cosmetics, or FMCG).
 </li>
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 Familiarity with fragrance industry trends and global luxury brand positioning.
 </li>
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 Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
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 Excellent English communication; Arabic an advantage.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
 
 
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 Strong analytical and research skills with an eye for market and design trends.
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 Excellent organizational and time management ability
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 Strong coordination and cross-functional communication.
 </li>
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 Creativity blended with commercial awareness.
 </li>
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 Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information.
 </li>
 <li>
 Interest and passion for perfumes, design, and luxury aesthetics.
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 </ul>
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Production Planning Assistant

City Elevators

A Group company in Bahrain is looking for an Executive Secretary and Social Media Expert (Female Only) for the Managing Director.<ul><li>Maintain and develop systems, procedures and records in line with the organization's policies and objectives;</li></ul><ul><li>Manage Director's electronic diary, assessing priority of appointments and reallocation as necessary;</li></ul><ul><li>Process Director's correspondence, ensuring that incoming correspondence is dealt with by the Director/or on behalf of the Director, or other staff as appropriate;</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain systems, including data management and filing;</li></ul><ul><li>Screen calls, enquiries and requests, and deal with them when appropriate;</li></ul><ul><li>Assist in researching and following up with action on matters which fall within the Director's responsibility - chasing responses, triggering follow-up action;</li></ul><ul><li>Meet and greet visitors at all levels of seniority;</li></ul><ul><li>Any other duties as may reasonably be required by the Director;</li></ul><ul><li>Have Experience to manage Instagram Page and use of Photoshop and related software.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Experience:<ul><li>executive secretary: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>send your CV to info@cityelevators.coWjatsapp No. 17225580Job Type: Full-timePay: BD1.000 - BD250.000 per month

Executive Secretary & Social Media Expert (Female Only)

Strong Force-MGC W.L.L

POSITION TITLE: Commercial &amp; Contracts Executive (Development Role)Department: Commercial &amp; ContractsReporting to: Commercial ManagerFunctional Coordination: CEO / Group CFOLocation: Manama, Kingdom of BahrainPurpose of the RoleTo support and strengthen SFMGC&rsquo;s commercial and contracting operations while developing into a future commercial leadership role. The Commercial Executive will work across tendering, project contracts, and financial planning to improve efficiency, governance, and profitability.This role is designed for a technically strong, commercially curious professional, ideally with an engineering or construction background, who aspires to become a future Commercial Manager through hands-on learning and exposure to the company&rsquo;s tendering, contracting, and commercial management functions.Core Responsibilities1. Commercial Coordination &amp; Project Support<ul><li>Assist in preparation, review, and administration of project contracts, variations, and change orders.</li><li>Ensure all project commercial activities comply with SFMGC&rsquo;s contractual, financial, and operational frameworks.</li><li>Coordinate across Tender, Contracts, and Finance teams for pricing consistency and cost validation.</li><li>Prepare progress claims, interim payment applications, cost-to-complete and earned value reports.</li><li>Maintain project commercial registers including guarantees, retentions, insurances, and correspondence logs.</li><li>Track procurement orders, subcontractor performance, and commercial deliverables against contract milestones.</li></ul>2. Tendering, Estimation &amp; Bid Support<ul><li>Review tender documents and highlight contractual, commercial, and financial risks.</li><li>Support cost estimation, bid summaries, and rate analyses in collaboration with the Tender Department.</li><li>Validate supplier and subcontractor quotations for compliance with technical and commercial terms.</li><li>Prepare comparative cost sheets, clarifications, and bid submission documentation.</li><li>Maintain tender tracking systems, historical cost databases, and post-bid evaluations for future benchmarking.</li></ul>3. Cost Planning &amp; Financial Insight<ul><li>Work closely with the CFO to analyze project budgets, cost drivers, and financial forecasts.</li><li>Prepare project-level cost plans, cash flow projections, and profitability analyses.</li><li>Assist in verifying subcontractor payments, supplier invoices, and project cost reports.</li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities, financial risks, and productivity improvements.</li><li>Participate in monthly financial and commercial review meetings with management.</li></ul>4. Contract Administration &amp; Governance<ul><li>Support drafting and administration of subcontracts, letters of intent, and contractual correspondences.</li><li>Assist the Commercial Manager in preparation of claims, variations, and extensions of time (EOT).</li><li>Ensure commercial records and communications are complete, traceable, and audit-ready.</li><li>Monitor contract compliance including insurance coverage, guarantees, and milestones.</li><li>Maintain familiarity with FIDIC and local GCC contractual practices.</li><li>Support ERP-based commercial workflows and data integrity within company systems.</li></ul>5. Process Improvement &amp; Learning<ul><li>Identify and propose improvements to tendering, contracting, and cost-control processes.</li><li>Support implementation of digital tools, templates, and cost databases for improved commercial analysis.</li><li>Learn and apply fundamentals of contract law, risk management, and financial modeling under guidance.</li><li>Participate in training and professional development (e.g., FIDIC workshops, RICS modules).</li><li>Gain exposure to full contract lifecycle management and commercial negotiations.</li></ul>6. Compliance &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Ensure alignment with Bahrain&rsquo;s VAT, WHT, LMRA, and regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Support preparation of documentation required for external audits and internal compliance checks.</li><li>Uphold confidentiality and adherence to corporate governance and anti-corruption standards.</li><li>Assist in preparing management dashboards, KPI trackers, and reporting packs for executive review.</li></ul>7. Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Communication<ul><li>Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers for commercial coordination.</li><li>Support management in client meetings, negotiations, and financial presentations.</li><li>Communicate clearly and professionally across departments to ensure alignment on commercial objectives.</li><li>Uphold SFMGC&rsquo;s professional reputation through integrity, accuracy, and responsiveness.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline.</li><li>3&ndash;6 years of experience in commercial, contracting, or tendering roles within construction or engineering sectors.</li><li>Practical knowledge of FIDIC, contract law, tendering procedures, and cost control principles.</li><li>Strong analytical, technical, and financial reporting skills.</li><li>Proficient in MS Excel, MS Project, and ERP/tender management systems.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.</li><li>Eager to learn, proactive, and committed to advancing toward a commercial leadership position.</li></ul>Key Competencies<ul><li>Commercial and contractual awareness.</li><li>Analytical and problem-solving capability.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and process discipline.</li><li>Effective coordination across departments.</li><li>Initiative, accountability, and professional integrity.</li><li>Ability to balance technical, financial, and operational perspectives.</li><li>Familiarity with GCC contracting norms and project workflows.</li></ul>Performance Indicators<ul><li>Accuracy and timeliness of cost and contract documentation.</li><li>Compliance with commercial and financial governance requirements.</li><li>Responsiveness and collaboration with Finance and Project teams.</li><li>Contribution to process efficiency and reduced cycle times.</li><li>Improvement in project margin reporting and cash flow forecasting.</li><li>Growth in commercial capability and readiness for promotion within 18&ndash;24 months.</li></ul>Career PathThis is a developmental role designed to cultivate a future Commercial Manager.Exceptional performance will lead to promotion as Senior Commercial Executive, and subsequently Commercial Manager, overseeing tenders, contracts, and project financial governance across SFMGC&rsquo;s Bahrain and GCC operationsJob Type: Full-time

Contracts Executive

Department: Commercial &amp; ContractsReporting to: Commercial ManagerFunctional Coordination: Commercial Executive / Project Manager / CEO / Group CFOLocation: Manama, Kingdom of BahrainPurpose of the RoleTo manage and control all post-contract quantity surveying activities with precision, efficiency, and contractual compliance.The Quantity Surveyor (Post-Contract) plays a vital role in ensuring accurate valuations, timely certification, transparent cost reporting, and seamless coordination with both the Commercial Executive and Finance teams.This position safeguards SFMGC&rsquo;s financial and contractual interests throughout the project lifecycle, while continuously improving commercial processes and value realization.Core Responsibilities1. Cost Control &amp; Valuation<ul><li>Prepare and process interim payment applications, progress valuations, and final accounts for clients and subcontractors.</li><li>Conduct site measurements, joint inspections, and quantity verifications to ensure claims and invoices reflect actual work done.</li><li>Maintain detailed cost-to-complete (CTC) analyses, cost variance reports, and monthly project cost summaries.</li><li>Support the Commercial Manager and CFO in preparing cash flow forecasts, cost performance indicators (KPIs), and profitability reports.</li><li>Track material and manpower cost utilization to ensure budgetary control and accurate cost attribution.</li></ul>2. Contract Administration<ul><li>Administer the financial and contractual aspects of main and subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance with SFMGC policies and FIDIC terms.</li><li>Prepare and review contractual correspondence, notices, and claims documentation for accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Support the Commercial Executive in maintaining consistency between tender assumptions and post-contract deliverables.</li><li>Ensure all contractual obligations, performance guarantees, and warranties are properly tracked and documented.</li><li>Coordinate with the Finance Department to align contract terms with invoicing, collections, and retention releases.</li></ul>3. Variations, Claims &amp; Final Accounts<ul><li>Identify, evaluate, and substantiate variations, change orders, and EOT claims in collaboration with the Commercial Executive and Project teams.</li><li>Maintain a live variation register and ensure all supporting documents are verified, approved, and recorded.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and negotiation of final accounts with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.</li><li>Review contractual change documentation and ensure all approved variations are reflected in project cost reports.</li><li>Monitor payment status and retention recovery, ensuring cash flow stability and minimizing disputes.</li></ul>4. Coordination &amp; Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Work closely with the Commercial Executive to align project cost data, tender assumptions, and commercial forecasts.</li><li>Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Site Supervisors to validate quantities, progress, and variation claims.</li><li>Interface with Finance and Contracts teams to ensure data consistency across billing, accounting, and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Participate in monthly commercial meetings to review cost performance, billing status, and revenue projections.</li><li>Support the Commercial Manager in preparing MIS updates, management dashboards, and project performance summaries.</li></ul>5. Reporting &amp; Documentation<ul><li>Prepare and update cost and valuation reports, dashboards, and commercial trackers for ongoing projects.</li><li>Maintain organized documentation for contracts, BOQs, payment applications, guarantees, and insurance certificates.</li><li>Ensure audit readiness by maintaining detailed and traceable records of all commercial and financial transactions.</li><li>Submit monthly progress summaries for management review, highlighting risks, opportunities, and pending variations.</li><li>Provide feedback to the Commercial and Tender teams for continuous improvement in pricing accuracy and contract clarity.</li></ul>6. Risk &amp; Dispute Management<ul><li>Identify potential commercial or contractual risks and recommend mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support the Commercial Manager in claims, negotiations, and dispute resolution with clients or subcontractors.</li><li>Ensure cost and claim documentation meets contractual and legal standards to protect SFMGC&rsquo;s position.</li><li>Implement proactive commercial monitoring to prevent financial exposure or compliance gaps.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent discipline.</li><li>5&ndash;8 years of experience in post-contract quantity surveying, contract administration, or cost control within construction, post-tensioning, or infrastructure sectors.</li><li>Working knowledge of FIDIC contracts, contract law, and GCC construction practices.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, cost control tools, AutoCAD, and ERP/finance systems.</li><li>Strong analytical, numerical, and documentation skills with the ability to interpret technical drawings and BOQs.</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation abilities with multi-disciplinary teams.</li><li>Exposure to commercial coordination or pre-contract experience will be an added advantage.</li></ul>Key Competencies<ul><li>Strong commercial and contractual awareness.</li><li>Accuracy and consistency in cost and valuation reporting.</li><li>Team collaboration, particularly with commercial and finance functions.</li><li>Proactive problem-solving and risk identification.</li><li>Negotiation and documentation precision.</li><li>Process-oriented mindset with commitment to governance and transparency.</li></ul>Performance Indicators<ul><li>Timeliness and accuracy of valuations, variations, and cost reporting.</li><li>Percentage of variations successfully certified and recovered.</li><li>Efficiency of coordination with the Commercial Executive and Finance team.</li><li>Adherence to audit and compliance requirements.</li><li>Improvement in documentation discipline and cost recovery rates.</li><li>Contribution to overall commercial process optimization.</li></ul>Career Growth PathThe role offers a progressive path to Senior Quantity Surveyor and subsequently Commercial Lead or Manager, based on technical capability, accuracy in reporting, and leadership potential.High-performing QSs will gain exposure to advanced contract negotiation, cost governance, and strategic project financial management.Job Type: Full-time

Quantity Surveyor (Post-Contract)

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