Husain Sarhan has been appointed Assistant Business Support Manager at Bahrain Duty Free, effective November 2026. Based in Bahrain, he brings extensive experience in retail operations, sales management, business development and project delivery.
His career at Bahrain Duty Free includes roles as Operations Support Supervisor, Operations Supervisor and Sales Supervisor. Previously, he worked with AVANTGARDE Group across business development, operations and special events, alongside experience in project management, human resources and hospitality. Sarhan holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from Bahrain Polytechnic.
Husain Sarhan career at Bahrain Duty Free
Sarhan has built his career at Bahrain Duty Free across several operational and commercial positions. Before his latest appointment, he served as Operations Support Supervisor from January to November 2026 and Operations Supervisor from February 2025 to January 2026.
Earlier, he worked as Sales Supervisor between November 2024 and February 2025. His experience with the retailer also includes roles as Brand Ambassador for Imperial Brands and Sales Assistant.
This progression across sales and operations provides context for his move into business support management.
Experience in operations and business development
Before joining Bahrain Duty Free, Sarhan spent more than five years with AVANTGARDE Group. His positions included Business Development & Operations Specialist, Events Coordinator and Manager of Special Events.
His event portfolio included the Infiniti QX60 2023 launch, Nissan X-Trail 2023 launch and CrediMax Winter Festival at Al Liwan. He also worked on media coverage for BBK’s 50th anniversary event.
Sarhan’s earlier experience includes Project Manager at SAWA Services, Human Resources Specialist at Maximize Platform and Front Office Executive at Golden Tulip Hotels, Suites & Resorts.
Education and professional certifications
Sarhan holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from Bahrain Polytechnic, completed between 2018 and 2023.
His professional certifications include APTIS, Executive Influence, Polyvagal-informed Performance Coach and Ethical Use of AI in Learning. He speaks Arabic at native or bilingual proficiency and English at full professional proficiency.
His appointment brings together experience across retail operations, sales, business support and people management in Bahrain.
