Head of Professional Solutions – Ethiopia

About the role

EssilorLuxottica is seeking a dynamic leader to head its Professional Solutions business in Ethiopia. The role combines full responsibility for the subsidiary’s commercial performance with strategic oversight of sales, marketing and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all subsidiary activities with a strong focus on sales and P&L performance.
• Set and achieve annual commercial objectives, including sales, distribution, range and marketing targets.
• Develop and execute market‑growth strategies and action plans for targeted segments.
• Analyse market trends, identify growth opportunities and mitigate risks to profit or volume.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and financial planning to maximise short‑ and long‑term returns.
• Coordinate with the global Marketing Department to implement ATL and BTL campaigns efficiently.
• Ensure full compliance with legal, tax, customs, FDA and other regulatory requirements.
• Expand market share, distribution channels and the customer base.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of management experience, preferably in the health sector.
• Strong business acumen with analytical attention to detail.
• Degree in Business or related field.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, manage uncertainty and drive strategic change.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Good knowledge of Ethiopian tax, customs, FDA and related regulations.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of a leading global eye‑care company.
• Leadership role with significant impact on market growth.