Regional Sales Specialist

About Changan MEA

CHANGAN Automobile is one of the four major Chinese automobile groups, with a heritage spanning 163 years and 40 years of car manufacturing experience. The company operates 14 manufacturing bases and 39 plants worldwide. As a leading Chinese car manufacturer, CHANGAN Automobile includes self-owned brands such as CHANGAN UNI, CHANGAN NEVO, CHANGAN LCV, DEEPAL, and AVATR, alongside joint venture brands like CHANGAN Ford, CHANGAN Mazda, and JMC. The cumulative sales of CHANGAN's self-owned brand exceeded 20 million units in 2021, and by April 2024, cumulative sales of Chinese brands under CHANGAN surpassed million units. CHANGAN Automobile employs over 18,000 engineers and technicians from 31 countries and maintains an R&D network across ten cities in six countries, including Chongqing, Beijing, Shanghai, Dingzhou, Hefei, Turin, Yokohama, Birmingham, Detroit, and Munich. The company utilizes a professional automotive R&D process and a rigorous testing and verification system to ensure products endure over 10 years or 260,000 km of use.

The Role of Regional Sales Specialist

Changan MEA is seeking a Regional Sales Specialist to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time position requiring 2-5 years of experience. The specialist will be responsible for developing and executing strategic sales plans to achieve assigned targets within the MEA region, focusing on identifying new business opportunities and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve assigned sales targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including dealership partnerships and fleet sales.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients, including distributors, dealers, and corporate customers.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitor activity.
• Provide product training and support to dealerships and customers.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals to achieve sales objectives.
• Monitor sales performance and provide regular reports to management.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in automotive sales, preferably within the MEA region.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of the automotive industry and market dynamics in the MEA region.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Arabic and Chinese is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the MEA region.