Commercial Director📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Novotel Hotels is looking for an experienced and visionary Commercial Sales Manager to lead the sales ecosystem in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This strategic leadership role is essential for driving commercial growth, developing and implementing comprehensive sales strategies, and leading a high-performing sales team to achieve and exceed organizational revenue targets. The ideal candidate will possess critical leadership qualities and a results-oriented mindset, while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability across the sales function.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans and commercial initiatives to drive revenue growth and market expansion across assigned territories and customer segments.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a large sales team, providing training, performance management, and professional development to ensure high performance and retention.
• Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), sales targets, and forecasts; analyze performance data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
• Manage the Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility for the sales department, including budget planning, resource allocation, and cost optimization.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key accounts, partners, and stakeholders to enhance commercial position and identify new business opportunities.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market intelligence to inform pricing strategies, product positioning, and market entry initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Operations, and Product Development to align commercial objectives with organizational goals.
• Oversee sales pipeline management, deal progression, and contract negotiations to ensure successful deal closure and customer satisfaction.
• Implement and optimize Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and sales analytics tools to enhance team productivity and decision-making.
• Represent the sales organization in executive leadership meetings and provide regular reports on commercial performance and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in sales leadership and management roles.
• At least 5 years of experience in a Commercial Manager or equivalent senior sales position.
• Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth in competitive markets.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and developing large sales teams, with a preference for experience managing 20+ direct reports.
• Strong business acumen with experience in P&L management, financial analysis, and business development.
• Excellent strategic planning and analytical skills with the ability to translate market insights into actionable sales strategies.
• Exceptional leadership, motivational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and influence teams.
• Advanced negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, sales analytics platforms, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in sales forecasting, pipeline management, and revenue modeling.
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English.
• Preferred experience in Middle Eastern markets or international business environments.
• Preferred knowledge of B2B or B2C commercial sales models.
• Preferred experience in sales digital transformation and modern sales methodologies.
• Preferred experience in enterprise account management or complex deal structures.

Core Competencies

• Sales Leadership and Management
• Commercial Strategy and Revenue Growth
• Market Expansion and Business Development
• Team Leadership, Motivation, and Performance Management
• KPIs and Sales Forecasting
• P&L Management, Budget Planning, Resource Allocation, and Cost Optimization
• Account Management and Stakeholder Management
• Competitive Analysis and Market Intelligence
• Pricing Strategies, Product Positioning, and Market Entry Initiatives
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Sales Pipeline Management, Deal Progression, and Contract Negotiations
• Customer Satisfaction
• CRM Systems and Sales Analytics Platforms
• Strategic Planning and Analytical Skills
• Negotiation and Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Revenue Modeling
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Middle Eastern Markets and International Business Experience
• B2B and B2C Commercial Sales Models
• Sales Digital Transformation and Modern Sales Methodologies
• Enterprise Account Management and Complex Deal Structures

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position located in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Adjustments may be made according to specific local or legal requirements, such as work permits.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are an inclusive company, and our goal is to attract, recruit, and develop diverse talent.