General Manager - Cybersecurity

Client of Michael Page; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Riyadh is seeking a General Manager – Sales Head for a leading international Cybersecurity company. You will lead P&L for the country, grow the business, develop and implement sales strategies, and head a high-performing sales team to hit revenue targets.

The role requires deep Saudi market knowledge, a proven sales leadership track record in cybersecurity, strong negotiation and relationship skills, and the ability to translate market data into strategic plans.

Qualifications

• Track record of success in sales leadership within the cybersecurity industry.
• Strong knowledge of the Saudi market and customer landscape.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans effectively.
• Proficiency in analysing market data and preparing actionable insights.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• A relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead a country P&L for cybersecurity business.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to hit revenue targets.
• Lead and manage a high-performing sales team to ensure consistent performance.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand market share.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform sales strategies.
• Prepare detailed sales forecasts, reports and performance analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of services.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and objectives.

Skills

Sales leadership

Saudi market knowledge

Negotiation

Relationship management

Strategic sales planning

Market data analysis

Public speaking/presentation

Relevant degree

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Opportunity to lead a country P amp L for an International Cybersecurity company. Opportunity to grow a strong existing business into the next phase. Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets. Lead and manage a high-performing sales team to ensure consistent performance. Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand market share. Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders. Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform sales strategies. Prepare and present detailed sales forecasts, reports and performance analyses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of services. Ensure compliance with company policies and objectives in all sales activities. General Manager role in the Cybersecurity industry.

Job Summary

• Sector: Sales
• Subsector: IT & Telecommunications
• Industry: Technology & Telecoms
• Where: Riyadh
• Contract type: Permanent
• Consultant: Vedant Dixit

A successful Sales Head should have:

• A proven track record of success in sales leadership within the Cybersecurity industry.
• Strong knowledge of the Saudi market and customer landscape.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans effectively.
• Proficiency in analysing market data and preparing actionable insights.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• A relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification.