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Contract TypeContract TypeFull-time
Workplace typeWorkplace typeOn-site
LocationLocationAl Jubail

About the Role

ANDRITZ is looking for a specialized Sales Manager to drive profitable and sustainable growth of its Digital Solutions (DS) in the Mining & Metals sector in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This pivotal role, requiring extensive travel, focuses on developing new business opportunities, expanding ANDRITZ's regional presence, and enhancing its digitalization offerings. The role requires building long-term relationships with key customers in the Mining & Metals sector, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) companies, and partners, leveraging strong commercial acumen, technical credibility, and the ability to operate effectively in a relationship-driven, multicultural work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, develop, and pursue new business opportunities in the Mining & Metals processing industry across MENA.
  • Build, manage, and grow strong relationships with end-users, EPC companies, consultants, and strategic partners.
  • Drive sales growth through disciplined opportunity management, sales forecasting, account planning, and execution of regional sales strategies.
  • Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, and Product teams to shape value propositions, develop solutions, and execute sales and marketing initiatives aligned with regional objectives.
  • Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitor dynamics to identify new solution, service, and improvement opportunities.
  • Prepare and deliver high-quality technical and commercial presentations that clearly articulate the value of ANDRITZ's automation and digital solutions to technical and executive stakeholders.
  • Lead the preparation and delivery of technical and commercial proposals, including pricing, scoping, and contract negotiation.
  • Maintain clear and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders throughout the entire business development and sales cycle.
  • Represent ANDRITZ at regional industry events, trade shows, and conferences to enhance market presence and commercial visibility.
  • Support the development of regional marketing materials and contribute to digital, online, and print marketing initiatives.
  • Act as a role model for ANDRITZ's values, ethics, and core behaviors.

Qualifications and Experience Required

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in automation, digitalization, optimization, and/or simulation, preferably within the Mining & Metals industry.
  • Proven background in technical sales with a track record of achievements, including opportunity forecasting, CRM system utilization, account planning, and sales strategy execution.
  • Strong commercial mindset with excellent presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented personality with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in cross-functional teams.
  • Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial approach to business development in emerging and established markets.
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, and technical writing skills.
  • Willingness to travel extensively within the MENA region (approx. 40-50%).

Technical and Soft Skills

  • Automation
  • Digitalization
  • Optimization
  • Simulation
  • Technical Sales
  • Opportunity Forecasting
  • CRM System Utilization
  • Account Planning
  • Sales Strategy Execution
  • Commercial Acumen
  • Presentation Skills
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Relationship Building Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Technical Writing

Additional Information

Job Title: Sales Manager - Digital Solutions (MENA Region)
Company: ANDRITZ
Location: Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia (or other agreed and suitable location)
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Required: 5-10 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Metallurgical, Automation, Electrical, or related field) is preferred.
  • An established network within the Mining & Metals industry in the Middle East and Africa is a plus.
  • Previous experience working with EPC companies and large-scale industrial projects in the region is beneficial.
  • Experience working in international, multicultural work environments is an advantage.
  • Proficiency in English is required; Arabic language skills are a plus.

Requirements

  • Requires 5-10 Years experience

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