Commercial Officer

gu-recruitment; Muscat; On-site; OMR 23,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

gu-recruitment is seeking a Commercial Officer to drive growth in Oman and the GCC region. The role focuses on expanding the company’s presence, building strategic partnerships, and developing sales channels across industrial, governmental, and corporate clients.

The candidate should have strong experience in commercial or business development, with a focus on PPE and digital HSE solutions, and be fluent in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial or business development roles in industrial safety, PPE, or technology solutions.
• Proven track record in growing business and managing GCC market relations.
• Strong understanding of digital transformation and AI in workplace safety.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English; Italian knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously with headquarters coordination.
• Resident in Oman or willing to relocate long-term.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commercial strategies to expand presence in Oman and GCC.
• Identify, engage, and manage relationships with key clients, distributors, and stakeholders.
• Promote PPE, safety tech, and AI-driven safety solutions to clients across sectors.
• Support negotiations, contract development, and project implementation with HQ.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, regulations, and opportunities.
• Coordinate with technical and operations teams to ensure delivery and after-sales support.
• Represent the company at industry events and trade missions in the GCC region.
• Provide regular reporting on commercial performance and market activity.

Skills

English

Italian

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Business Administration / Engineering

Job description

The organization is a leader in HSE services and a producer and distributor of personal protective equipment and clothing. It operates in a rapidly evolving technological and digital landscape. The company is seeking a highly motivated and strategically minded Commercial Officer to drive business growth and market development in Oman and the broader GCC region. The role reports directly to the Chief Commercial Officer. The position requires a dynamic professional capable of managing commercial operations, building partnerships, and developing sales channels across industrial, governmental, and corporate clients. The Commercial Officer will play a key role in promoting an integrated portfolio of personal protective equipment (PPE), safety technologies, and advanced digital HSE solutions powered by artificial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to expand the company’s presence in Oman and other GCC countries.
• Identify, engage, and manage relationships with key clients, distributors, and institutional stakeholders.
• Promote the company’s product and service portfolio, with a strong focus on Digital HSE systems, AI-driven monitoring, and smart wearable technologies.
• Support business negotiations, contract development, and project implementation in coordination with headquarters.
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging trends, regulatory requirements, and business opportunities.
• Coordinate with technical and operational teams to ensure effective delivery and after-sales support for regional customers.
• Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and trade missions in the GCC region.
• Provide regular reporting on commercial performance, market developments, and key client activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial or business development roles, preferably in the industrial safety, PPE, or technology solutions sector.
• Proven track record in managing business relationships and achieving growth objectives in the GCC market.
• Strong understanding of digital transformation and AI applications in workplace safety and industrial environments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Italian is considered a strong plus.
• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining close coordination with corporate headquarters.
• Resident in Oman or available for long-term relocation.

Personal Attributes

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strategic and operational acumen.
• Culturally adaptable and capable of operating in complex, multicultural business environments.
• Results-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Integrity, reliability, and commitment to values of innovation, safety, and excellence.