Amr Ashour
About Amr Ashour
Amr Ashour is the Country Director Egypt at SC Johnson, with a rich history in sales and business development roles at Procter & Gamble.
Current Position at SC Johnson
Amr Ashour currently serves as the Country Director for Egypt at SC Johnson. In this role, he oversees the company's operations within Egypt, focusing on driving growth and managing distributor operations. As Country Director, Mr. Ashour applies his extensive experience in the consumer goods industry to ensure that SC Johnson maintains its market presence and operational efficiency in Egypt.
Previous Roles at Procter & Gamble
Amr Ashour has held multiple significant roles at Procter & Gamble (P&G) over the course of his career, showcasing his expertise in sales and business development. His roles included positions such as Fabric & Home Care Egypt Commercial Director, Modern Retail and E-commerce Business Director, and Sales Director for Levant Markets. Starting in lower-tier managerial roles and advancing to high-level directorships, Mr. Ashour's tenure at P&G spanned various functions and geographies, including extensive work in Cairo, Egypt.
Educational Background
Amr Ashour holds a degree in Pharmacy from Cairo University, where he graduated with very good results. Additionally, he studied Marketing at The American University in Cairo, achieving a B+ grade. These academic credentials underpin his strengths in both technical and business aspects, providing a robust foundation for his career in the consumer goods sector.
Experience in Sales and Business Development
Amr Ashour has a solid background in sales management and business development within the consumer goods industry. His career includes roles such as Sales Director, Sales Manager, and various Customer Business Development Section Manager positions at Procter & Gamble. He has demonstrated expertise in managing distributor operations, particularly in the Egypt and Levant markets. His extensive experience contributed significantly to his prowess in driving business growth and enhancing operational efficacy.
Professional Beginnings and Early Career
Before his roles at SC Johnson and Procter & Gamble, Amr Ashour gained valuable experience in different sectors. He worked as an Account Executive at ZAD Group for Training and Consultancy and at the American Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, he had a stint as a freelancer recruiter for Job Nile Co. and summer training in marketing. These early roles provided Mr. Ashour with a diverse foundation, setting the stage for his subsequent career advancement in sales and business development.