Area Manager

Black & Grey HR Consultancy FZE; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established retail group in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Area Manager to oversee area sales operations. Responsibilities include setting sales goals, monitoring budgets, and fostering relationships with customers and suppliers. Ideal candidates will have strong sales management experience, a comprehensive understanding of retail strategies, and excellent leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and career growth opportunities within the group.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales management, preferably within retail or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of pricing, forecasting, advertising, and distribution.
• Expertise in strategic planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Set and control area sales goals; ensure targets are met or exceeded.
• Recommend and approve promotional activities and discount strategies.
• Monitor competitor activity and manage forecasts and budgets accordingly.

Skills

Sales management experience

Strategic planning

Leadership skills

Decision-making

Communication abilities

Job description

Black & Grey HR is partnering with a well‑established retail group in Saudi Arabia for their supermarket division. Our client is looking for an Area Manager to oversee and drive area sales operations. The role focuses on meeting strategic sales targets, leading store teams, managing budgets, and improving overall area performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and control area sales goals; ensure targets are met or exceeded.
• Recommend and approve promotional activities and discount strategies.
• Monitor competitor activity and manage forecasts and budgets accordingly.
• Plan and execute customer‑specific sales strategies.
• Evaluate sales performance and recommend corrective actions.
• Drive profitability through strategic planning and forecasting.
• Implement policies and procedures to ensure functional sales effectiveness.
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers and customers; resolve service issues.
• Manage annual capital and operating budgets.
• Ensure manpower availability aligns with business needs.
• Approve and oversee training programs to boost team efficiency.
• Prepare regular reports on area sales performance for executive management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales management, preferably within retail or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of pricing, forecasting, advertising, and distribution.
• Expertise in strategic planning and execution.
• Strong financial and operational management skills.
• Proficient in leadership, decision‑making, and problem‑solving.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Career growth opportunities within a reputed retail group.
• Dynamic work environment.