Country Project Sales Manager

Jotun Dekorativ Marketing; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading decorative solutions company in Riyadh is seeking a Country Project Sales Manager to oversee and drive sales strategies for decorative projects. The role demands strong leadership and a proven track record in business development within project sales. Candidates should have 8-10 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Sales & Marketing, and be fluent in both Arabic and English. Join a dynamic team focusing on market growth and innovation in a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Career development opportunities

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in leading Project Sales teams and Business Development.
• Proven leadership capabilities with a strong impact on business growth.
• Ability to create effective networks and communicate with clarity.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategies and execution of Decorative Project Sales.
• Monitor sales objectives and improve customer relationships.
• Lead project sales teams and conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Commercial Acumen

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sales & Marketing

Job description

Country Project Sales Manager page is loaded## Country Project Sales Managerlocations: Riyadhtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R9372SUMMARY OF THE ROLEAs a Country Project Sales Manager - Decorative, you will be responsible for managing the strategy and execution of Decorative Project Sales for identified customer groups or markets by utilising Jotun’s sales tools and techniques to plan, execute and monitor sales objectives and collection to achieve sales budgets, improve customer relationships, profitability, and increase market share in Saudi Arabia. This position is based in Riyadh and reports to the Decorative Segment Director.**Responsibilities:*** Develop decorative project sales by identifying potential business opportunities as well as gathering market research from the team on market trends and positioning to increase market share in Saudi Arabia.* Plan, manage, and monitor sales objectives, Gross Margin, Days’ sales outstanding (DSO), and payment collection by close follow-up and guidance to the Sales team to ensure implementation of sales targets, profitability, and increase the project market share.* Develop and execute long-term strategic plans and short-term tactical plans by applying the segment- and regional strategies and guidelines to the local company strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, to ensure revenue growth and profit maximization of the Decorative Sales Operations.* Develop and implement proper distribution strategies and programs by setting targets, selection criteria, and performance measures for subordinates to build and maintain a strong, effective, and loyal distribution network and standardize procedures and reporting to ensure best practices are implemented through the project teams.* Organize, develop, motivate, and lead project sales teams by setting clear targets and a framework, coaching, supporting, following up, and monitoring each team member in line with The Penguin Spirit to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the whole Project team.* Conduct periodic performance reviews and feedback sessions with employees as required (KIT – Key issue Talks and yPOD – yearly talk on Performance, Objectives and Development)WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER**We are looking for:****Qualification:*** Bachelor’s degree. Sales & Marketing is preferable.* 8-10 years of relevant experience in leading the Project Sales team and Business Development.* Proven leadership, strategic thinking, and commercial acumen.* Fluency in Arabic & English – both verbal and written.**Location:** Riyadh, Saudi Arabia**Personal Qualities:*** Develops an ambitious but realistic business vision and translates it into a workable strategy.* Identifies and seizes commercial opportunities; has a strong positive impact on business growth and profitability.* Focuses on bottom-line results, identifies potential risks, and monitors the financial impact of own activities.* Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives.* Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.* Provides team with a clear sense of direction, inspires and coordinates others and keeps them focused on objectives.**What We Offer:*** Competitive compensation and benefits.* Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.* 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 Saudia Co. Ltd.**Contract Type:**Regular**Time Type:**Full time**CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):**02.02.2026WHO WE AREJotun’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 Saudia Co. Ltd., established in 1984, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With 2 production facilities, 5 warehouses and more than 450 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in Saudi Arabia through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.Visit our to know more about life at Jotun.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.If you are applying to a position and require any additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this.If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!### Environmental SustainabilityJotun believes that paints and coatings play a key role in a sustainable future. We strive to act responsibly in everything we do, and protect property with a minimum impact.