Sales Manager

PlaceUp; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

PlaceUp is seeking a Business Development Manager (BDM) in Abu Dhabi to drive business growth in the Pool + SPA sectors. The BDM will identify and secure sales among private clients and projects, collaborating with internal teams and managing client relations.

This role requires a mixture of strategic planning, effective client communication, and expertise in sales. The successful candidate will implement growth strategies, manage the sales process, and report on project statuses while cultivating valuable relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven success in business development and sales roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the Pool + SPA sectors is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategy to win sales.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue leads across private and projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth project handover.

Skills

Sales expertise

Client relationship management

Strategy development

Lead generation

Project coordination

Job description

Job Summary

The BDM will drive business growth in Abu Dhabi by identifying, pursuing, and securing sales in the Pool + SPA sectors, covering private clients (villas) and projects (real estate developments, hotels, and resorts). The role requires a mix of planning, client relationship management, and sales expertise to maximize revenue and market share.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Growth & Strategy

• Develop and implement strategy to win sales
• Define and implement sales targets and growth plans for sectors/verticals.

2. Sales & Lead Generation

• Identify, qualify, and pursue leads across private and projects.
• Manage the full sales process from initial contact to contract signing and handover to Operations internally.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and quotations in coordination with our QS/Costing team.

3. Client Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with villa owners, developers, architects, contractors, and consultants.
• Cultivate repeat business and referrals.
• Serve as primary point of contact for client queries and coordination pre-contract.

4. Project Coordination

• Collaborate with operations, design, and installation teams to ensure smooth project handover internally of qualified new sales.

5. Reporting & Collaboration

• Provide Monthly Report on pipeline, project status, and revenue forecasts, to be discussed with the Directors.
• Contribute insights and recommendations to BD Director & Operations Director, for business strategy moving forward.
• As required, use your existing contacts to assist with Sales in RAK and Dubai selectively.
• Attend minimum 1 day per week at UAQ Factory/HQ for weekly planning and co-ordination.