Sales Executive

EMEAA Talent Partners; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global FMCG company is seeking a high-performing Sales Executive to manage the sale of food commodities in the UAE. This hybrid role offers flexibility between remote and on-site work, aiming to strengthen the company's retail presence through effective customer engagement and market analysis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customer-facing roles with strong commercial instincts.
• Arabic language skills are a strong plus.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid setup – combining various working environments.

Responsibilities

• Sell food commodity products into major UAE retailers.
• Manage customer relationships and execute promotional plans.
• Deliver on sales targets and monitor market trends.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Solution-oriented selling

Fluency in English

Understanding of UAE retail landscape

Job description

EMEAA Talent Partners is hiring on behalf of a leading global FMCG company to appoint a high-performing Sales Executive to manage the sale of food commodities into top retail partners in UAE. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote and on-site work, while playing a key role in driving growth for a global food leader.

About the Client:

Our client is a leading global FMCG company with a strong legacy in food production and distribution. Renowned for its quality standards, operational excellence, and market-leading position, the company is committed to expanding its retail footprint across the UAE by strengthening its offering in the food commodity segment.

The Role:

As Sales Executive – Food Commodities (Retail), you will be responsible for managing and growing retail accounts, selling high-demand food commodities, and ensuring consistent volume growth through strategic customer engagement. The role combines remote work flexibility with on-the-ground retail visits and commercial execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sell food commodity products into major UAE retailers.
• Manage customer relationships and execute account-specific promotional plans.
• Deliver on sales targets, trade terms, and volume commitments.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and competitor activities across key channels.
• Collaborate with supply chain and category teams to ensure timely execution.
• Operate in a hybrid model, with regular field visits and customer meetings.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a strong plus.
• Solid understanding of the UAE retail landscape and food distribution channels.
• Proven experience in customer-facing roles with strong commercial instincts.
• Skilled in negotiation, relationship-building, and solution-oriented selling.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid setup – combining office, remote, and field work.
• Based in or open to relocating to Abu Dhabi.

How to Apply:

To express interest in this opportunity, please send your CV directly to:

Valerie Ledesma– [e-mail]