Regional sales manager Jobs in Madinah

About the Job
Our client is a well-established regional player in the consumer goods space, with a strong footprint across the Middle East and a growing presence in the Saudi market. The business is currently strengthening its commercial organization as part of a broader localization and growth agenda, with a focus on building high-performing Saudi leadership within its sales teams.

Role Overview
The Regional Sales Manager will take full ownership of the Western Region, driving sales performance, distributor effectiveness, and on-ground execution. This role is critical in strengthening market presence, improving route-to-market efficiency, and leading a front-line sales team to deliver consistent growth across channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and deliver regional sales targets across all assigned channels.
• Lead, manage, and develop a team of sales supervisors and field sales representatives.
• Drive distributor performance, including alignment on targets, coverage, and execution standards.
• Strengthen route-to-market efficiency, ensuring optimal coverage and productivity.
• Monitor and improve in-store execution, visibility, and availability.
• Build strong relationships with key trade partners and customers in the region.
• Track sales performance, identify gaps, and implement corrective action plans.
• Ensure disciplined reporting, forecasting, and alignment with head office.
• Support the broader Saudization and localization agenda by building a strong Saudi sales culture on the ground.

Your Profile
Preference will be given to Saudi nationals in line with Saudization requirements.
- 6–10+ years of experience in sales within FMCG or a similar high-volume distribution environment.
- Proven experience managing a region and leading field sales teams.
- Strong understanding of distribution models and route-to-market in KSA.
- Experience working closely with distributors and trade channels.
- Hands-on, field-oriented approach, not a desk-based profile.
- Strong commercial mindset with ownership of targets and execution.
- Based in or willing to relocate to the Western Region.

Join Us as a Regional Sales Manager!
At Thales, we are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven Regional Sales Manager to join our dynamic team in Riyadh, focusing on the META region, primarily Saudi Arabia. With over 30,000 organizations relying on our innovative solutions, your role will be pivotal in driving revenue growth and expanding our market share.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to exceed yearly revenue targets.
• Identify potential customers, create a robust pipeline, and convert leads into successful deals.
• Manage all aspects of the sales cycle, including prospecting, presenting, and negotiating.
• Establish and nurture long-term business relationships with key decision-makers.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to capitalize on opportunities.
• Participate in account-based marketing campaigns and corporate events.
• Maintain accurate records on leads and opportunities.

Requirements:

• Significant experience in selling complex cloud services to medium and large accounts.
• Proven track record in IAM, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Sales methodologies.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, fluent in English and Arabic.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time.

About Thales:
Thales is a global leader in advanced technologies across Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors, aiming to secure critical infrastructures and enhance safety and security in the connected world. Join us for a fulfilling career where we empower you to thrive in your professional journey.