Overview Our client AKT was founded by West End stars Ed Currie and Andy Coxon, their Deodorant Balm made its stunning debut to rave reviews and awards from Vogue, GQ, Esquire, and Harper’s BAZAAR. Plastic-free, aluminium-free, and gender-free, The Deodorant Balm instantly resonated with those looking for a natural deodorant that genuinely worked. About the role The General Manager will be tasked with ensuring that AKTs goals & objectives are successfully delivered in territory whilst balancing the local market needs and will be the company's first role in Australia. Responsibilities include: Strategic Planning - engage with the CEO and SVP Global Sales to co-develop the long-term strategic plans for the commercial growth of the territory for AKT In Territory Leadership - Lead the implementation of the plan working with the global team Compliance, Finance and Risk Management About you You are a driven and hungry professional with a passion for beauty and sustainability, and you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-growing start-up. You have demonstrated success in: Sales and/or Marketing Leadership in a start-up or scale up Prestige Beauty Experience essential Knowledge of local regulations, customer preferences, competitive dynamics Experience managing key customer relationships at a senior level, including B2B (wholesale) and D2C Click on the APPLY button or contact Christie Smyth christies@sde.com.au for a confidential discussion. Six Degrees Executive acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do. Should you require assistance in your interactions with us or through a recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide adjustments for you. Employment details Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Personal Care Product Manufacturing J-18808-Ljbffr