Sales Director

We are seeking a seasoned Sales Director to drive our expansion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) market. This role integrates strategic planning, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver sustainable, market-aligned growth and strengthen our premium brand presence with a focus on meeting the high standards of the KSA automotive sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct deep-dive research into KSA s automotive market environment, including regulatory frameworks (e.g., SASO, MCI), consumer behavior patterns, and competitive dynamics.

• Develop mid-to-long-term sales goals, localized marketing strategies, and pricing models tailored to regional demand, and lead end-to-end execution to achieve quarterly/annual targets.

• Establish and scale a localized sales team aligned with KSA s business landscape.

• Define clear, measurable performance metrics (e.g., sales volume, client retention rate), deliver regular industry-specific training (e.g., NEV technical knowledge, premium customer service), and foster a results-driven culture that prioritizes consistency and excellence.

• Collaborate closely with internal departments (product supply, after-sales, procurement) to secure region-specific resources, ensuring seamless coordination across the entire customer lifecycle from order placement to post-delivery support to meet KSA s high service expectations.

• Proactively monitor KSA s political, economic, and legal developments (e.g., policy updates on NEVs, import regulations).

• Identify potential risks (e.g., supply chain disruptions, regulatory changes) and develop robust contingency plans, ensuring full compliance with local laws, ethical standards, and industry best practices.

• Bachelor s degree or above in Marketing, Business Administration, Automotive Engineering, or a related field (MBA is preferred).

• Proficiency in English; Arabic language skills are a strong advantage for engaging with local stakeholders.

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive sales management experience in the automotive sector, with at least 3 years focused on the KSA market.

• A proven track record of leading large-scale teams to exceed sales targets in a competitive regional landscape is required.

• Strong leadership capabilities, including experience designing and implementing talent development programs and incentive systems for local teams.

• Prior experience overseeing multi-regional sales operations within the Middle East is highly desirable.

• Established network of high-profile clients (e.g., corporate fleets, high-net-worth individuals) in KSA s automotive sector, with expertise in translating sales strategies into tangible results (e.g., growing market share, improving client lifetime value).

• Deep understanding of premium brand positioning and cultural nuances in KSA; ability to maintain brand integrity while adapting to local preferences.

• Professional demeanor, resilience, and the ability to perform under high-pressure, fast-paced market conditions.