Leader Western Region📣 Job Ad

About the Role

LIXIL is seeking a Leader for the Western Region in Saudi Arabia to manage project channel sales for Grohe Saudi Arabia Ltd. Co. This full-time position, based in Jeddah, is integral to achieving the company's objectives within the Indian, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA) region, with a specific focus on the Saudi Arabian market. The role requires an individual accountable for the overall delivery of results for the Projects Channel in KSA, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities

• Assume collective accountability for the overall delivery of results for the Projects Channel in Saudi Arabia.
• Execute responsibilities to achieve the assigned Project Channel Sales Mission for the region, in line with corporate objectives and KPIs.
• Identify and target key channels and opportunities within the region for project business, including Sub Channel B (Residential: Developers, Contractors & Designers), Sub Channel A (Hotels: Hotel Operators & Developers), and Sub Channel C (Health Care: Owners, Healthcare Institutions).
• Collaborate with relevant departments to define and deliver necessary tools for both direct and indirect customers, aiming to enhance service, differentiate support for project sales, and drive increased sales results.
• Facilitate product updates for project customers by liaising with Supply Chain Management (SCM) and product teams.
• Regularly visit contractors, developers, dealers, and consultants to promote Grohe and build a strong network of professional influencers and decision-makers.
• Support distribution channels and work closely with Channel Partners in Projects.
• Provide accurate monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecasts for project sales, along with comprehensive reports.
• Measure and analyze critical success factors to identify best practices and implement improvement processes.
• Develop and maintain a database of all key project contacts in the region and prepare reports for senior management.
• Gather competitor market intelligence and report findings to management.
• Adhere to budget guidelines in the most efficient manner.
• Identify marketing and specification events to maximize exposure and new business opportunities, and explore/report on events that enhance brand strength within the sector.
• Ensure full adherence to and utilization of Salesforce for creating and managing a comprehensive database of leads, opportunities, and client prospects with all related information.
• Ensure adequate coordination with other business channels and the Leader Projects KSA (*, OTC, Showroom) to achieve common goals and KPIs for the region.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a comparable position with in-depth knowledge of the market.
• A total of 5 to 7 years of professional experience.
• Experience in the building materials industry or a similar field is required.
• Demonstrated success in working within a fast-paced, rapidly growing, highly competitive, and deadline-oriented environment while maintaining LIXIL's quality and reputation for excellence.
• Proven experience in managing external relationships and other stakeholders.

Required Skills

• Sales
• Project Management
• Channel Management
• Business Development
• Relationship Management
• Market Intelligence
• Salesforce proficiency

Additional Information

This is a full-time role based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is required; other languages are considered a plus. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or equivalent is required; an MBA is considered a plus.