Head of Commercial

eXtra (United Electronics Co.); Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics retailer in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Head of Commercial to develop and execute their commercial strategy. This role involves leading sales and marketing teams, enhancing client relationships, and driving revenue growth. Ideal candidates should have 10+ years of commercial leadership experience, strong strategic thinking capabilities, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial leadership, preferably in retail.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership abilities.
• Solid financial and analytical skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the commercial strategy aligned with company goals.
• Lead sales, marketing, and business development teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients.

Skills

Commercial strategy development

Leadership

Financial skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

We are actively looking for a Head of Commercial to join our Commercial team,

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the commercial strategy in alignment with company goals.
• Lead and manage sales, marketing, and business development teams.
• Drive revenue growth through pricing, partnerships, and strategic deals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to guide decision-making.
• Manage the department’s budget and ensure profitability targets are met.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, and supply chain.
• Use customer insights to enhance experience and drive product positioning.
• Provide regular reports to executive management on commercial performance.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA is a plus).
• 10+ years of commercial leadership experience, preferably in hypermarkets or electronics retail.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Solid financial and analytical skills.
• Proven negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.