Senior Manager - International Sales (UK & UAE)

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals for UK and UAE markets.
• Lead and manage a team of sales professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Analyze market trends and performance to identify opportunities and potential threats.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships with key customers in both markets.
• Negotiate and close agreements with large customers, coordinating with internal teams to ensure satisfaction.
• Monitor competitive landscape and provide insights for product development and positioning.
• Manage and optimize the sales budget to maximize profitability and growth.
• Present sales, revenue, and expense reports and realistic forecasts to the management team.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in international sales within the defined regions, preferably holding a managerial position.
• Strong understanding of the cultural, economic, and political landscape of the UK and UAE.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in leading and developing a high-performance sales team.
• Ability to drive the sales process from plan to close.
• Strong business sense and industry expertise.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.
• 6–10 years of relevant experience in international sales roles.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English; additional language skills relevant to the regions are a plus.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a customer-focused mindset.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Adaptable and open to learning and new experiences.