Country Lead, Digital Industries

Siemens; Al Khobar; Hybrid; SAR 672,000 - 898,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Country Head for Digital Industries in Saudi Arabia to lead the execution of the business strategy and ensure commercial performance. You will hold full P&L accountability and be responsible for building and inspiring a high-performing organization. This leadership role requires an individual with significant experience in the industrial digital space, strong leadership qualities, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Contribute to major digitalization initiatives and shape the future of business in the Kingdom.

Benefits

2 to 3 days of mobile work per week

Diverse and inclusive culture

Variety of learning & development opportunities

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of senior leadership experience in automation, digital, or technology-driven businesses.
• Proven experience in P&L ownership and general management.
• Strong understanding of the Saudi Arabian market and regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive and execute the DI country strategy for Saudi Arabia.
• Manage full P&L responsibility for the DI business in the Kingdom.
• Build and lead a diverse DI organization in Saudi Arabia.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or IT

MBA or equivalent business qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Country Head Digital Industries (DI) – Saudi Arabia

Location: Khobar, or Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Siemens Digital Industries (DI) is at the forefront of the industrial transformation, enabling customers to become more agile, resilient, and sustainable through automation, digitalization, and software-driven solutions. Our portfolio spans industrial automation, software, AI-enabled analytics, and digital twins—integrating the physical and digital worlds across the entire value chain.

Saudi Arabia is a strategic growth market for Siemens Digital Industries, driven by Vision 2030, industrial localization, giga projects, and the rapid adoption of advanced manufacturing and infrastructure technologies. As Country Head Digital Industries – Saudi Arabia, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the next chapter of Siemens growth in the Kingdom.

Your Role – Strategic, Growth-Driven, and Impact-Focused

As Country Head of Siemens Digital Industries (DI) in Saudi Arabia, you hold full end-to-end responsibility for the DI business in the Kingdom, including strategy execution, commercial performance, people leadership, and ecosystem development. You will operate at the intersection of local market needs and global DI strategy, positioning Siemens as the partner of choice for Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation.

The role carries full P&L accountability for the Saudi DI business, with a multi-million Euro order volume and a lean, high-impact organization operating in close collaboration with regional and global DI units.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Business Development

• Drive and execute the DI country strategy for Saudi Arabia, aligned with global and regional DI priorities and Siemens’ overall country strategy.
• Translate Vision 2030, localization programs, and industrial policies into tangible growth opportunities for DI.
• Identify and shape new business models, including software, lifecycle services, digital platforms, and outcome-based solutions.
• Continuously assess market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive landscape to adapt portfolio focus and go-to-market approach.

Financial & Commercial Leadership

• Full P&L responsibility for the DI business in Saudi Arabia, including orders, revenue, margin, cash, and risk management.
• Own the country sales and pipeline governance, ensuring disciplined forecasting, deal quality, and sustainable growth.
• Balance short-term execution with long-term value creation through portfolio mix, pricing discipline, and service/software expansion.
• Ensure compliance with Siemens financial, legal, and governance frameworks.

People & Organization Leadership

• Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing, diverse, and future-ready DI organization in Saudi Arabia.
• Develop local talent with strong focus on Saudi national development, succession planning, and leadership capability building.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and customer centricity.
• Ensure the organization is equipped with the right skills in automation, software, digitalization, project execution, and services.

Operational Excellence & Governance

• Oversee the full DI value chain in Saudi Arabia: sales, solution design, project execution, services, and customer lifecycle management.
• Ensure operational excellence through project delivery, customer service, quality, HSE, and risk management.
• Act as the single point of accountability for DI operations within the Siemens Saudi Arabia country setup.
• Represent DI in country management forums and drive cross-business collaboration.

Customer & Ecosystem Engagement

• Act as the senior DI ambassador in Saudi Arabia, building trusted relationships with key customers, government entities, and strategic partners.
• Expand Siemens DI’s footprint by developing ecosystems with OEMs, system integrators, developers, universities, and technology partners.
• Position Siemens as a long-term partner for industrial digital transformation, not just a technology supplier.
• Strengthen customer proximity at executive level and drive long-term partnerships.

Your Profile – Leadership, Growth Mindset, and Market Credibility

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Automation, Digital Technologies, or IT; MBA or equivalent business qualification is a strong advantage.
• Proven senior leadership experience (typically 8–12+ years) in industrial, automation, digital, or technology-driven businesses.
• Demonstrated experience in general management, P&L ownership, and complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong commercial and strategic acumen, with the ability to scale businesses and shape markets.
• Deep understanding of industrial customers, project and solution business, and lifecycle services.
• Track record in leading multi-disciplinary teams and developing high-potential talent.
• Experience working in international, matrix organizations with strong cross-border collaboration.
• Strong knowledge of the Saudi Arabian market, customer landscape, and regulatory environment.
• Credible executive presence with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, resilience, and ability to operate in a fast-evolving environment.
• Our ideal candidate is a proven people leader who inspires teams, develops talents, and actively fosters a culture of collaboration, trust, and continuous growth.
• This is an outstanding leadership opportunity for Saudi nationals with the required skills and expertise to shape teams, drive impact, and grow into broader strategic responsibilities.

Why Siemens?

At Siemens, you will shape the financial direction of a key growth business in Middle East region, contribute to major infrastructure and digitalization initiatives, and be part of a collaborative, high-impact leadership team committed to excellence and sustainability.

We offer you

• 2 to 3 days of mobile work per week as a global standard.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• An environment where everyone can bring their whole self and feel a sense of belonging.
• the foundation to develop personally and expertly.
• Great variety of learning & development opportunities

Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!

As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced engineering technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate - all thanks to our employees. Working with us, you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally. We give you the chance to do something significant that benefits society and human progress. We give you the chance to create a difference.

Diversity at Siemens is our source of creativity and innovation. Having different types of talent and experiences makes us more ambitious and better prepared to respond successfully to the demands of the Society. Therefore, we value the candidates that reflect the Diversity that we enjoy in our Company. Please find more information at https://www.siemens.com/global/en.html

At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow’s reality. Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here: www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds

We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process