Senior Specification Specialist

Jotun; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider is seeking a Senior Specification Specialist in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This role focuses on promoting innovative solutions and securing specifications among industry professionals. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Sales & Marketing and 3-5 years in projects sales within the construction industry, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and fluent English and Arabic. The position provides competitive compensation and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Career development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience in Specification, Projects Sales from the building & construction industry.
• Strong communication skills to present effectively.
• Proven ability to identify and seize commercial opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Promote Jotun's innovative solutions to secure specifications.
• Manage the design process supporting project acquisition.
• Maintain updated database of construction projects and architects.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Fluent in English

Fluent in Arabic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Sales & Marketing

Interior design or Architecture

Job description

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Senior Specification Specialist, you will be responsible for driving Jotun's success through decorative segment specifications. Promote products, engage top specifiers, developers, architects, interior designers and consultants for project acquisition, market share growth and profitable sales. Foster key relationships to enhance Jotun's presence, ensuring successful business in the construction projects sector and increased Jotun profitability.

This position is based in Jeddah and will report to the Specification Manager.

Responsibilities

• Promote Jotun's innovative solutions through establishing and developing new and existing business relationships to secure specifications among Specifiers (architects, interior designers, consultants and developers).
• Manage the design process by proposing color schemes, samples, mood boards and by showing commercial, contractual and technical expertise to support securing projects.
• Promote new products and finishes by suggesting innovation products in accordance with Jotun’s product focus and support the sales team in achieving targets by securing Jotun approvals and updating on project activities for successful specs to the sales process.
• Maintain an updated database of construction projects and architects in Saudi Arabia and monitor the construction and paint industry market status, using data to promote and implement Jotun products for market leadership.
• Update customer records in CRM. All ongoing and finalized specifications are to be entered into the CRM system. Both on specific projects or work-related, and make sure it is delegated to the sales team in the construction stage.

What we are looking for and what we offer

We Look for

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Sales & Marketing. Interior design or Architecture is an added advantage.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in Specification, Projects Sales from the building & construction industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Fluent in English & Arabic.

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Personal Qualities

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Identifies and seizes commercial opportunities; has a strong positive impact on business growth and profitability.
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
• Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully.
• Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives.

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): 08.02.2026

Jotun’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.

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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.

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