About the Role
Badger Meter, a global leader in water technology, is seeking a dedicated and strategic Key Account Manager to drive commercial activities within Saudi Arabia. The company provides innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water. This role is crucial in expanding market presence and solidifying Badger Meter's position as a leading provider of smart water and flow instrumentation solutions across key sectors including municipal water utilities, giga projects, industrial water, district cooling, and smart water infrastructure.
As a Key Account Manager, you will be instrumental in building strong executive-level relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including utilities, EPC contractors, consultants, developers, and channel partners. Your strategic approach will be key to developing and executing sales plans, expanding market share, identifying new business opportunities, and contributing to Badger Meter's success and the advancement of sustainable water management in the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company objectives and annual revenue targets.
- Lead Badger Meter's sales efforts within assigned target markets to achieve and exceed sales goals.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within municipal water, wastewater, water transmission, district cooling, industrial water, and smart city projects.
- Build relationships with existing and new customers by understanding their business needs and proactively providing value-driven solutions.
- Develop and manage strategic relationships with utilities, EPC contractors, consultants, developers, system integrators, and government stakeholders.
- Assess, develop, and manage key accounts and channel partners.
- Conduct consultative discussions with customers related to technical, commercial, operational, and project requirements.
- Support strategic engagements within giga and infrastructure projects including NEOM, Qiddiya, Diriyah Gate, Red Sea Global, King Salman Park, and Green Riyadh.
- Develop and support distributors, resellers, and channel partners.
- Increase brand awareness by improving communication with end users and channel partners in collaboration with corporate marketing.
- Conduct technical and commercial negotiations with customers and partners.
- Coordinate technical submittals, approvals, and compliance documentation.
- Support approvals and certifications including OIML, SASO / Taqyees, and utility-specific approvals.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product management, technical support, after-sales support, and regional management teams.
- Handle customer concerns and complaints together with the support organization.
- Maintain accurate opportunity tracking, forecasting, and CRM pipeline management.
- Analyze sales data and metrics to monitor performance and identify growth opportunities.
- Prepare monthly business reports, sales forecasts, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and strategic account plans.
- Assist in the planning and execution of industry exhibitions, technical seminars, trade fairs, and customer events.
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies within municipal water and smart water infrastructure.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Technology, Environmental Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in municipal water, flow instrumentation, water quality instrumentation, industrial automation, or smart water technologies.
- Strong experience within the Saudi Arabian market is highly preferred.
- Proven track record in technical sales, business development, and strategic account management.
- Experience working with utilities, EPC contractors, consultants, and channel partners is highly desirable.
Required Skills
- Strategic sales and business development expertise.
- Ability to build and maintain executive-level relationships.
- Proficiency in market share expansion strategies.
- Strong consultative sales and negotiation capabilities.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Effective customer relationship management.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking and commercial awareness.
- Solid project management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, and ERP systems.
- Experience with reporting tools.
- Technical knowledge including Electromagnetic flow meters, Ultrasonic flow meters, Water quality instrumentation, Leak detection and pressure monitoring, Smart metering technologies, IoT / NB-IoT solutions, and Smart water analytics platforms is preferred.
Additional Information
This is a full-time position for a Key Account Manager, open to Saudi Nationals only. The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is preferred. A self-motivated, driven, and proactive personality is essential. The ability to engage, motivate, and train customers and distributors is also important, as is the capacity to work independently and manage multiple strategic opportunities simultaneously.
Badger Meter offers a motivating work environment and opportunities for further training and development. Flexible work hours and an open, welcoming environment with teamwork are provided. Badger Meter is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.