International Sales Manager Construction Chemicals

Decision Management Consultants LLC; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction chemicals organization in Dubai is seeking an experienced International Sales Manager to drive growth in the East African market. The ideal candidate will develop strategies, manage profit and loss, and recruit local distributors. With 7 to 12 years of experience in construction chemicals, fluency in English, and the ability to travel significantly, this role offers competitive compensation and employee benefits per UAE Labour Law.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Employee Benefits as per the UAE Labour Law

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Chemistry; an MBA is highly preferred.
• 7 to 12 years of experience in construction chemicals such as admixtures, flooring systems, sealants, or waterproofing solutions.
• Willingness to travel extensively with 50%-70% regional travel across East Africa.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive go-to-market strategy for key East African hubs.
• Take full accountability for the region's profit and loss (P&L) performance.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and manage local distributors.

Skills

Fluency in English

Knowledge of Swahili

Experience in construction chemicals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

MBA

Job description

Were recruiting an International Sales Manager Construction Chemicals for one of our clients a leading construction chemicals organization in Dubai UAE.

About Our Client:

Our client is a well-established construction chemicals company based in Dubai serving the UAE and regional markets. The company specializes in delivering high-performance chemical solutions for the construction industry including products used in infrastructure commercial and large-scale development projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive go-to-market strategy for key East African hubs including Kenya Tanzania and Uganda
• Take full accountability for the regions profit and loss (P&L) performance including revenue growth and margin targets
• Monitor local competitors as well as global players to refine pricing strategies and product positioning continuously
• Recruit onboard train and manage local distributors to ensure effective market coverage and product reach
• Conduct on-site product trials demonstrations and technical engagements with customers and stakeholders

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering or Chemistry; an MBA is highly preferred
• 7 to 12 years of experience in construction chemicals such as admixtures flooring systems sealants or waterproofing solutions
• Willingness to travel extensively with 50%70% regional travel across East Africa and active on-site involvement
• Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of Swahili is a strong competitive advantage in the East African market

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Benefits as per the UAE Labour Law

Required Skills:

Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering or Chemistry; an MBA is highly preferred. 7 to 12 years of experience in construction chemicals such as admixtures flooring systems sealants or waterproofing solutions. Willingness to travel extensively with 50%70% regional travel across East Africa and active on-site involvement. Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of Swahili is a strong competitive advantage in the East African market.