Country Sales Manager

SkillUp MENA, Inc.; Oman; On-site; OMR 24,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SkillUp MENA, Inc. seeks an experienced Country Sales Manager to lead its Oman operations, drive revenue growth, and build a high-performing local sales team across the GCC.

You will report to the regional director and shape strategic plans to capture new business with corporate clients, government entities, and educational institutions. The role emphasizes strategic development, contract negotiations, and cross-border opportunities within the GCC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 7+ years of B2B sales experience, preferably in the learning & development or training industry.
• Proven experience leading a sales team and achieving targets in Oman.
• Experience across GCC market with regional client networks.
• Fluent English; Arabic is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to grow revenue in Oman.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with corporate clients, government entities, and educational institutions.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships; be primary contact for key clients.
• Lead negotiations and close contracts with clients, ensuring profitability and satisfaction.
• Leverage GCC market knowledge to drive cross-border opportunities and regional growth.
• Collaborate with marketing to support local campaigns and brand visibility.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage the Oman sales team to drive high performance.
• Monitor sales metrics and report on performance, forecasts, and insights.
• Represent SkillUp MENA at events, conferences, and client meetings in Oman and GCC.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Fluency in English

Arabic language

B2B sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Sales/Marketing

MBA (plus)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Country Sales Manager to lead and grow our operations in Oman. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving business development, managing key client relationships, achieving revenue targets, and building a strong local sales team. This is a strategic role with a strong focus on expanding our market presence in Oman and across the GCC region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve corporate objectives and revenue growth in Oman.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with corporate clients, government entities, and educational institutions.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships and act as the primary point of contact for key clients.
• Lead negotiations and close contracts with clients, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
• Leverage GCC market knowledge to drive cross-border opportunities and regional growth.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to support local promotional campaigns and brand visibility.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage the Oman sales team to drive high performance.
• Monitor sales metrics and generate reports on sales performance, forecasts, and market insights.
• Stay up to date with market trends, competitors, and client needs to identify opportunities for growth.
• Represent SkillUp MENA at industry events, conferences, and client meetings in Oman and the wider GCC.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in B2B sales, preferably in the learning & development or training industry.
• Proven experience in managing a sales team and achieving sales targets in the Omani market.
• Demonstrated experience working across the GCC market with strong regional client networks.
• Strong business acumen with excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of the corporate landscape in Oman, with a strong professional network.
• Self‑motivated, strategic thinker with leadership capabilities.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Oman residency or work permit preferred.