Technical jobs in Saudi Arabia

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Aquapanel Team, in KSA could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 42,000 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

Knauf GCC is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have heritage in Gypsum manufacturing and have big plans for the future. Our global reach in 96 countries continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. We are now looking for another team member to join us in the Commercial Department as the Key Account Manager (KSA)- Knauf Exterior Systems, based in KSA.

Provide technical expertise and advice to new and existing customer bases in order to develop a close long-term relationship that ensures they continue / increase levels of business with KNAUF Exterior Systems.

Identify and make contact with potential customers engaged on target construction projects to secure specifications and contracts.

Produce designs, specifications and details for architects, designers and contractors to ensure that KNAUF Exterior Systems are specified.

If required, maintain a close contact with Knauf Marketing Department to ensure that a strong brand presence is continued within target market.

If requested, monitoring of on-site construction in collaboration with the contractor to provide advice and solutions to problems encountered.

If requested, negotiate project technical terms with sub-contractors.

Provide solutions to design problems to the customer base that fully comply with accepted standards and Industry codes of practice.

Provide representation and advice to professional bodies to further enhance Knauf’s profile and influence industry issues to Knauf’s benefit.

If necessary, provide technical assistance and training to the sales team to help them with particular customers and projects.

Provide market knowledge to loyal customers in order to increase their business and, thus, enhance our own business.

Research markets for ancillary products and make recommendations to support / complete the KNAUF Exterior System (e.g. metal trims etc.)

3-5 years experience in the construction industry, ideally in sales or specification.

Technical degree in a construction-related field (Engineering or Architecture).

Based in KSA, with a valid KSA driving license.

Strong proficiency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Effective communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the construction value chain.

Solid market awareness within the KSA construction sector.

A problem-solving mindset and comfort with technical topics.

Aquapanel is a people-centric organization, prioritizing the well-being and satisfaction of our team members. We provide :

• Safety : Safe work environment with unlimited working contract
• Flexibility : Options for remote work
• Growth : Career & personal development plans
• Global Reach : International team & work environment
• Equal opportunity : Inclusive and diverse work culture

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