Job Overview
Plans, coordinates, directs, monitors and controls operations of Askari Woolen Mills (AWM) in best possible way as per latest market trends, technology and in an economical and efficient manner ensuring the BU meets diversified customer (civil/military) requirements
Responsibilities and Duties
Head the Askari Woolen Mills team to further develop the company, through a fast-changing consumer and retail environment, building on the Company’s strong assets and national footprint
Develop and implement organization’s vision, mission and overall direction
Formulate a comprehensive short to long term business strategy inclusive of channel development and product development ensuring profitability and growth of the company
Develop annual budget of the BU, ensure continuous monitoring and achievement of budgetary targets and meet the given KPIs.
Remain abreast with the latest technology of the field and also of best industry practices and competitors and initiate new business lines and channels ensuring continuous growth of the company
Overall in charge of BU’s financial, operational, administrative controls, HR, sales, procurement, contract management and marketing matters, ensuring enhanced effectiveness by management through:
- Recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling and disciplining of managers and their teams
- Communicating values, strategies and objectives
- Assigning accountabilities
- Planning, monitoring and appraising job results
- Developing incentives
Monitor all production operations and business activities of Askari Woolen Mills while ensuring they produce the desired results and are consistent with the overall strategy and mission of AP/AWT
Responsible for cost effective and efficient operations to ensure brand positioning of Askari Woolen Mills in the market
Responsible for fixing prices, signing business deals, end of season agreements with suppliers and co-ordinate any stock movements and administration accordingly
Effectively collaborate with internal and external teams members including raw material buying agents/companies, third parties, marketing companies teams and other retail clients
Formulate and institute policies & procedures for Askari Woolen Mills
Ensure BU to abide by AWT SOPs / policies