Sales Manager

Forsyth Barnes; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an F&B Sales Manager to spearhead regional sales efforts across its premium brands. This pivotal role involves developing B2B sales strategies, managing client relationships, and driving sales performance in the vibrant food industry. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in premium retail, demonstrate analytical prowess, and be fluent in both English and Arabic. Join a leading lifestyle retail group and take your career to the next level in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• 7-9 years of experience in Sales & Distribution or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and demand planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of sales strategies and manage key client relationships.
• Ensure strong sales performance across multiple channels.

Skills

Sales & Distribution

B2B Sales

Inventory Management

Contract Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Business Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Permanent Job Alert

Title: F&B Sales Manager

Location: Dubai - Onsite 5 days per week

Contact: [HIDDEN TEXT]

Brief Overview:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with a leading lifestyle retail group operating across the Middle East and Africa. The business owns a portfolio of top international franchise brands in F&B, fashion, home, and more, and is now looking for a Sales Manager to lead regional sales efforts across its premium F&B brands.

This is a key commercial role focused on B2B, wholesale, and corporate sales across the region. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the food industry, commercially savvy, and have a solid background in premium retail or F&B sales. You will lead the execution of sales strategies, manage key client relationships, and ensure strong sales performance across multiple channels.

F&B Sales Manager - Requirements:

• 7-9 years of experience in Sales & Distribution or similar roles
• Experience working within premium food retail is essential (premium chocolate is a plus)
• 4+ years in a managerial position
• Proven experience in developing B2B/wholesale/corporate sales strategies
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, demand planning, and contract negotiation
• Highly analytical, with the ability to generate and interpret performance reports
• Fluent in English and Arabic
• Proficient in MS Office
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

If you're interested, please apply by emailing me with a copy of your most up-to-date CV and your current availability. Feel free to share this with anyone in your network who might be a good fit!