Sales Specialist

Jotun; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading powder coatings company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Sales Specialist to drive business growth. This role involves promoting products to architectural and industrial customers, managing relationships, and achieving sales targets. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree and possess 2 to 4 years of experience in the construction industry. Proficiency in English and Microsoft Office is essential, while a valid Gulf driving license and Arabic communication skills are advantageous. Join us to contribute to our expanding market presence.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Career development opportunities

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience in the construction industry required.
• Experience in Sales & Business Development prioritized.
• Valid Gulf Council Country driving license preferred.
• Arabic communication proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage customer relationships to enhance growth.
• Develop account plans based on customer needs and priorities.
• Oversee project delivery and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Promote and sell Jotun powder paints products effectively.
• Drive follow-ups to meet sales budgets.

Skills

Sales & Business Development

Communication skills in English

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

As a Sales Specialist, you will support driving our business growth by promoting and selling our powder paints products to new and existing architectural and industrial customers. You’ll build strong relationships, identify new opportunities, and use Jotun’s sales tools to achieve key targets in sales, gross margin, and Days Sales Outstanding, all contributing to expanding our market presence and boosting profitability. In this job role, you will report to the Area Sales Manager and will be based in Al Quoz Industrial Area 3, Dubai, U.A.E.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage strong customer relationships with architects, consultants, and industrial customers to drive profitable growth in assigned accounts.
• Develop customer account plans by understanding architectural and industrial needs, prioritising opportunities, and ensuring high customer satisfaction.
• Oversee projects and delivery progress in both architectural and industrial segments, resolve technical/commercial issues, and ensure work is completed on time and as per Jotun standards.
• Promote Jotun powder paints products and solutions through visits, presentations, and follow‑ups to secure specifications and create new sales opportunities.
• Drive project follow‑up to ensure Jotun products are used and sales budgets are achieved.
• Support commercial performance by monitoring payments, responding to inquiries, presenting proposals, and meeting personal sales targets.

What we are looking for and what we offer

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Bachelor’s degree certificate is required.
• 2 to 4 years of experience within the construction industry is required.
• Relevant experience in Sales & Business Development is prioritized.
• A valid Gulf Council Country driving license is preferred.
• Arabic verbal communication proficiency is an added advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook are required.

Competencies

• Identifies and seizes commercial opportunities; has a strong positive impact on business growth and profitability.
• Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
• Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.

What We Offer

• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

Position Information

Company: Jotun Powder Coatings U.A.E. Ltd.

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Time Type: Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 30.01.2026

Who We Are

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness. Jotun Powder Coatings UAE (LLC), established in 1990, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With a production facility, 2 warehouses and more than 140 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the UAE through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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