National Key Account Manager - KSA

Henkel; معهد تدريب المديرية العامة للسجون بالمنطقة الشرقية; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Henkel as a Key Account Manager in Saudi Arabia, where you will drive business success by developing strategic relationships with key customers. Your role includes managing high-impact accounts, implementing business plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to address customer needs.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in key account management, preferably in FMCG or industrial B2B sectors.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for key accounts, ensuring long-term partnership.
• Develop and implement annual business plans aligned with sales strategy.
• Drive revenue growth and manage sales forecasts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Education

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

MBA

Tools

CRM platforms

Excel-based data analysis

Job description

About this Position At Henkel, the Key Account Manager (KAM) plays a strategic role in driving business success by building and maintaining long-term relationships with key customers. You will be responsible for managing high-impact accounts, developing joint business plans, and driving sustainable growth through tailored sales strategies, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong understanding of the customer’s business needs.

What You´ll Do

• Serve as the main point of contact for key accounts, ensuring long-term partnership and satisfaction.
• Develop and implement annual business plans aligned with Henkel’s sales and marketing strategy.
• Drive revenue growth, market share, and profitability within assigned accounts.
• Manage sales forecasts, budgeting, and reporting to ensure accurate and strategic planning.
• Work closely with Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Customer Service to deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Lead contract negotiations, pricing strategies, and promotional agreements.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify opportunities and threats.
• Analyze customer POS data, category performance, and KPIs to optimize account performance.
• Coordinate customer-specific trade marketing initiatives to boost in-store visibility and conversion.
• Collaborate with customers on sustainable solutions aligned with Henkel’s sustainability agenda.
• Provide proactive solutions during supply disruptions, quality issues, or customer concerns.
• Leverage digital tools and platforms to enhance engagement, visibility, and efficiency.
• Build strong relationships across customer hierarchies and develop networking opportunities.
  
  

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• 5-7 years of experience in key account management, preferably in FMCG or industrial B2B sectors.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in sales tools, CRM platforms, and Excel-based data analysis.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.
  
  

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.