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Head of Sales (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)
Role Overview
The ideal candidate will have experience working for a Chinese company’s overseas branch and a strong background in engineering products, especially in the water, heating, and oil & gas sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and nurture relationships with local industry associations and government entities to support business growth.
- Independently drive lead generation and market segmentation strategies, expanding the sales pipeline and identifying key business opportunities.
- Manage the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals, ensuring targets are consistently met or exceeded.
- Prioritize and focus on high-impact opportunities, effectively allocating time and resources to maximize sales outcomes.
- Deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals tailored to client needs, securing buy-in from key decision-makers.
- Track sales metrics and use data-driven insights to continuously refine strategies for better performance.
- Represent the company at industry exhibitions, networking events, and conferences to expand market presence.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams, including marketing and product development, to align sales strategies with broader business goals.
- Report on sales performance, market trends, and competitive intelligence to senior management, providing actionable recommendations.
- Support additional tasks as assigned …
Job Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Languages: Fluent in English (spoken and written); proficiency in Arabic is preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience working for a Chinese company’s overseas branch is an advantage. A background in mechanical engineering is highly valued.
Professional Skills
- The ability to manage the complete sales process, from lead generation to deal closure.
- Proficiency in market, project, and process management methodologies, along with expertise in office software, network tools, and AI technologies.
- Strong sales acumen, with an understanding of marketing principles and customer needs.
- Experience or familiarity with engineering products related to water, heating and the Oil & Gas sectors is a significant advantage.
- Strong network with government relations and networks in above industries.