SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
As an Area Sales Manager you will drive sales growth by managing the customer group of pipeline and general industry. You will promote Jotun products to new and existing projects to achieve sales target and increase our market share.
In this job role, you will report to the General Sales Manager and will be based in Al Quoz Industrial Area, Dubai, U.A.E.
Responsibilities:
- Manage customer accounts in pipeline and general industries to drive profitable growth.
- Develop tailored customer account plans and identify needs to ensure meeting customers’ demands.
- Monitor projects’ progress, resolve technical and commercial issues, and ensure timely completion with high quality performance and responsiveness.
- Present and recommend Jotun products to consultants and owners, securing specifications and creating new sales opportunities.
- Follow up on projects to meet sales budget and ensure timely customer payments.
- Build strong relationships with customers to gain a strong network within the market that supports business growth.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
We are looking for a candidate who:
- A bachelor’s degree in business administration or engineering is required.
- More than 4 years of experience in industrial sales, preferably in Powder or Oil and Gas sectors.
- More than 1 year of people management experience is required.
- A valid Gulf Council Country light vehicle driving license is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
The competencies we look for:
- Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
- Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
- Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.
- Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully.
- Identifies and seizes commercial opportunities; has a strong positive impact on business growth and profitability.
- Provides team with a clear sense of direction, inspires and coordinates others and keeps them focused on objectives.
What We Offer:
- Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.
- Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
- Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
- A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
- A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.
POSITION INFORMATION
Company:
Jotun Powder Coatings U.A.E. Ltd.
Contract Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):
10.12.2025
WHO WE ARE
Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
Jotun Powder Coatings UAE (LLC), established in 1990, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With a production facility, 2 warehouses and more than 140 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the UAE through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.
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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
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If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!