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Sales Manager Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman with 151 recent postings.

GCC postings
151
Active markets
6
Typical experience
5+ years
In brief

A Sales Manager in the GCC region requires communication, Excel, negotiation, english, leadership. Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

Sales Manager salary in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Sales Manager. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
16,500
Median
25,000
75th percentile
36,500
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Key responsibilities
  • 01C4C) to track performance, manage the sales pipeline, and provide accurate forecasts to senior management.
  • 02Develop and implement the annual sales strategy in line with company objectives.
  • 03Lead, manage, and motivate the sales team; set targets, KPIs, and performance metrics.
  • 04Define pricing strategies and approve commercial offers in coordination with senior management and production.
  • 05Oversee preparation of technical and commercial proposals and tenders.
  • 06Manage and grow relationships with key accounts and strategic customers.
  • 07Analyze market trends, competitors, and identify new business opportunities.
  • 08Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract signing and collection.
  • 09Prepare regular sales forecasts, performance reports, and presentations for top management.
  • 10Coordinate closely with production, planning, finance, and customer service teams.
  • 11Develop sales team capabilities and build a strong succession pipeline.
  • 12Support the Sales team in the following activities:
Preferred qualifications
  • — Excellent written and verbal communication skills (Arabic & English). Any other language will be an advantage.
  • — Basic proficiency in English; limited understanding of Arabic is an added advantage.
  • — : Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field MBA or relevant professional certifications are an advantage Minimum of 5+ years of experience in relevant field.
  • — Engineering (Architect) is preferred
  • — Strong knowledge of glass products, applications, and manufacturing processes (architectural glass, mirrors, IGU, laminated glass) is highly preferred.
Education requirements
  • — Bachelor's degree

Required skills

communicationexcelnegotiationenglishleadershippresentationerpcrm

Preferred skills

arabicReading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingMathematicsCritical ThinkingActive LearningLearning StrategiesMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCoordination

Tools & technologies

excelteamserpcrmAct!Adobe AcrobatAdobe ActionScriptAdobe Creative Cloud softwareAirtableApple KeynoteAvidian Technologies ProphetBentley MicroStationBlackbaud The Raiser's EdgeContact management softwareDatabase softwareDelphi Discovery

Hiring companies we see

  • Al Futtaim Group
  • AccorHotels
  • Radisson Hotel Group
  • InterContinental Hotels Group
  • CHANEL
  • noon
  • Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts
  • DarGlobal

Hired across

  • Bahrain
  • Kuwait
  • Oman
  • Qatar
  • Saudi Arabia
  • United Arab Emirates
FAQ

  • What does a Sales Manager do in the GCC?

    A Sales Manager in the GCC performs core duties related to communication, Excel, negotiation, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Sales Manager?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 5+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Sales Manager in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Sales Manager role?

    Key skills include communication, Excel, negotiation, english, leadership, presentation, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Sales Manager in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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