About the Role
LIXIL is seeking a Leader for the Western Region in Saudi Arabia, based in Jeddah. This full-time position is crucial for the success of the Projects Channel within the IMEA region, with a focus on driving sales and expanding market presence for Grohe Saudi Arabia Ltd. Co. The role requires a strategic individual accountable for the overall delivery of results for the Projects Channel in Saudi Arabia, aligning with corporate objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Role Objectives and Responsibilities
The Leader Western Region will identify and develop key channels and targets within the assigned territory, including residential developers, contractors, designers, hotel operators, healthcare institutions, and their respective owners. This role demands a proactive approach to building strong professional networks, fostering relationships with key influencers and decision-makers, and ensuring exceptional service and support to achieve increased sales results.
- Be collectively accountable for the overall delivery of results for the Projects Channel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- Execute responsibilities to achieve the Project Channel Sales Mission assigned for the region, in line with corporate objectives and KPIs.
- Identify key channels and targets 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 direct and indirect customers to enhance service and support for project sales, thereby increasing sales results.
- Facilitate product updates for project customers by liaising with the Supply Chain Management (SCM) and product teams.
- Regularly visit contractors, developers, dealers, and consultants to promote Grohe by building 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 detailed 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 Experience
- 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.
- 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.