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Eli Lilly

<div>At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We&rsquo;re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Reports To
Commercial Strategy Director &ndash; CMH
Department
Cardiometabolic Business Unit &ndash; Commercial<div>
Job Overview</div>
We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven Customer Development Manager to serve as the growth architect for our top cardiometabolic accounts in Saudi Arabia. This newly created role sits at the heart of the new B2B organizational structure, designed to separate strategic customer development from day-to-day commercial operations, enabling sharper focus on sustainable growth drivers and B2B2C patient-centric value creation.
The Customer Development Manager will own the end-to-end commercial relationship with Tier 1 accounts, driving Joint Business Plans (JBPs), negotiating commercial deals, and translating brand strategies into customer-specific value propositions. This role is the &ldquo;CEO of the customer&rsquo;s growth agenda&rdquo; &ndash; focused on uncovering deep customer insights, identifying white-space opportunities, and creating joint value across the cardiometabolic portfolio including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular therapies.
Inspired by the Commercial Development Manager role in the Gulf region and tailored to the evolving Saudi commercial landscape, this position requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and stakeholder management in the private healthcare ecosystem.<div>
Key Responsibilities</div>
Customer Strategy &amp; Development:<ul><li>
Joint Business Plan Leadership: Lead the development and negotiation of Joint Business Plans (JBPs) with Top 10 strategic accounts, defining consumption KPIs, value metrics, and year-on-year growth ambitions for the cardiometabolic portfolio.</li><li>
Customer Segmentation &amp; Prioritization: Develop and maintain a customer segmentation framework to identify high-potential accounts and prioritize resource allocation for maximum commercial impact.</li><li>
Growth Planning: Create customer-specific growth plans encompassing portfolio management, patient journey gap analysis, access and loyalty programs, and category leadership strategies.</li><li>
White-Space Identification: Identify and pursue untapped opportunities including patient adherence, refill optimization, switching programs, and obesity clinic partnerships.</li></ul>
Commercial Deal Management:<ul><li>
End-to-End Deal Ownership: Own the full commercial deal lifecycle for Top 10 accounts &ndash; structuring, negotiation, implementation, performance management, and reporting.</li><li>
Commercial Objectives Negotiation: Negotiate commercial deal objectives including volume targets, sell-in/sell-out alignment, stock-on-hand management, SKU mix optimization, and direct supply arrangements.</li><li>
Business Case Development: Build robust business cases for new commercial initiatives, partnerships, and investment decisions with clear ROI expectations.</li><li>
Governance &amp; Compliance: Establish and enforce governance frameworks to ensure commercial deal compliance and alignment with company policies and pharmaceutical regulations.</li></ul>
Value Creation &amp; Patient-Centric Initiatives:<ul><li>
Brand-to-Customer Translation: Translate Lilly brand strategies into compelling customer-specific value propositions that resonate with key account decision-makers.</li><li>
Initiative Design: Design value creation initiatives including patient education and activation programs (B2B2C), pharmacist capability development, and category insights sharing.</li><li>
New Launch Planning: Coordinate customer-level launch planning for new cardiometabolic products, ensuring readiness across commercial, operational, and marketing dimensions.</li><li>
Consumer &amp; Customer Insights: Develop deep customer and consumer insights to inform joint business strategies, leveraging market intelligence and competitive analysis.</li></ul>
Performance Management &amp; Analytics:<ul><li>
Consumption KPI Tracking: Track and analyze consumption KPIs including sell-out performance, refill rates, and patient persistence across strategic accounts.</li><li>
Gap Diagnosis: Diagnose performance gaps and develop corrective action plans in collaboration with B2B Operations and Trade Marketing teams.</li><li>
Strategic Account Reviews: Lead strategic customer reviews, presenting performance insights, growth opportunities, and forward-looking plans to senior leadership.</li></ul>
Cross-Functional Collaboration:<ul><li>
B2B Operations Alignment: Partner closely with the B2B Operations Leader to ensure seamless translation of strategic plans into executable targets by region and store.</li><li>
Trade Marketing Coordination: Collaborate with Trade Marketing to align shopper-centric activation strategies with customer growth plans and brand priorities.</li><li>
Internal Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with marketing, regulatory affairs, supply chain, medical affairs, and finance teams to maximize product uptake and ensure strategic alignment.</li><li>
Regional Collaboration: Collaborate with IBU/ICH teams to position KSA opportunities and secure initiative support from the broader regional ecosystem.</li></ul>
Strategic Partnership &amp; Innovation:<ul><li>
Strategic Partnership Development: Identify and develop strategic partnerships with pharmacy chains, healthcare providers, and new ecosystem players to drive market expansion.</li><li>
New &amp; Emerging Players: Incubate relationships with new and emerging players in the Saudi healthcare space, assessing partnership potential and co-creating growth models.</li><li>
Business Model Innovation: Explore innovative commercial and distribution models including telehealth solutions, digital health partnerships, and consumer-centric engagement platforms.</li></ul><div>
Qualifications</div>
Education<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Pharmacy, or a related field.</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree or MBA is preferred.</li><li>
Specialized knowledge in cardiometabolic diseases (cardiovascular, diabetes, obesity) is a plus.</li></ul>
Experience<ul><li>
Minimum of 7&ndash;10 years of experience in pharmaceutical commercial development, key account management, or strategic sales roles.</li><li>
Proven track record in managing high-value customer relationships and negotiating complex commercial agreements.</li><li>
Experience in the Saudi and/or Gulf pharmaceutical market is strongly preferred.</li><li>
Cardiometabolic therapeutic area experience is a significant advantage.</li></ul>
Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>
Strong strategic thinking with the ability to develop customer growth strategies and Joint Business Plans.</li><li>
Deep understanding of pharmaceutical distribution channels and commercial strategy within private markets in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>
Strong analytical and financial acumen with experience building business cases and tracking commercial KPIs.</li><li>
Patient-centric mindset with the ability to design B2B2C value creation initiatives.</li><li>
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements specific to pharmaceutical distribution in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>
Ability to collaborate effectively across marketing, sales, regulatory, supply chain, and medical affairs functions.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP and CRM systems is a plus.</li></ul><div>
Working Conditions</div><ul><li>
Travel: Regular travel within Saudi Arabia for meetings with strategic account stakeholders, healthcare professionals, and participation in industry events.</li><li>
Environment: Primarily office-based with frequent field engagement at key customer sites.</li></ul>
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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Customer Development Manager, KSA

Confidential

<div>
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee all commercial, contractual, and cost management aspects of large-scale construction and landscape projects. The ideal candidate will manage project budgets, contracts, claims, procurement, and financial reporting while ensuring strong commercial governance and maximizing project profitability.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lead all commercial and contractual activities across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with project requirements and company policies.
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 Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts.
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 Oversee procurement strategies, contract negotiations, subcontractor onboarding, and agreement finalization.
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 Evaluate and certify subcontractor payment applications, variations, and claims.
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 Identify commercial risks and opportunities, providing recommendations for mitigation and optimization.
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 Manage cost control processes, cash flow analysis, and financial performance reporting.
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 Review tender documents, BOQs, technical specifications, and pricing strategies.
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 Prepare and negotiate change orders, contractual claims, and dispute resolutions.
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 Coordinate closely with project managers, quantity surveyors, finance teams, and legal advisors.
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 Support project closeout, including final accounts, reconciliation, and documentation.
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 Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key suppliers.
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 Qualifications &amp; Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Commercial Management, or related field.
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 Extensive commercial experience in construction, infrastructure, or landscape contracting.
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 Strong knowledge of contract types (FIDIC or similar), cost control principles, and commercial risk management.
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 Proven experience handling claims, variations, procurement, and financial reporting.
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 Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
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 Proficiency in commercial software/tools (e.g., ERP systems, cost control software).
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 Professional certifications (MRICS, RICS) are an added advantage.
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Commercial Manager

Sinopack

The Role
 I’m currently supporting a large consultancy in Riyadh looking to appoint a Commercial Manager to support the team. You must be from a consultancy background, based in KSA and the budget is set at SAR 28,000. This opportunity will suit someone from a consultancy background (NOT Contractor), and has built strong regional experience working on large-scale built environment projects. You must have 10–12+ years’ experience in commercial or quantity surveying roles, with a solid understanding of cost planning and cost reporting, commercial management, client reporting, and the ability to operate independently across multiple projects. Previous and proven experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia is essential.
 
Requirements
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<li>Minimum 10 years of experience in Commercial position - Must be degree educated - Strong experience in cost planning, cost reporting, client reporting etc - Must have worked on large scale projects in KSA - Must be Consultancy environment NOT contractor</li>
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About the company
 Sinopack was created with one vision: to become the market leading recruiter for the Gulf construction market. Over the years, Sinopack has developed and nurtured relationships with the worlds leading Contractors, Developers, Project Management Consultancies and Architecture and Design practices. This has resulted in immediate, unrivalled access to the markets key decision-makers - giving exceptional candidates a distinct advantage. With over 10 years experience exclusively recruiting internationally, Sinopack not only has an in-depth understanding of the global construction market but also a wealth of market knowledge that allows us to provide excellent service to our clients and candidates.

Consol Group

Job Title: Commercial Manager (Fit-Out / Contracting / Construction)Type: Full-TimeLocation : Qatar and KSAAvailability: Immediate Joiners Preferred Industry: Fit-Out / Contracting / ConstructionExperience: 15+ years in Fit out / construction/contracting, preferably with leading Fit out companies. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee all commercial and contractual aspects of fit-out and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in contract administration, subcontract management, and FIDIC-based contracts, with a proven track record in managing project financials and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and administer construction contracts for fit-out projects.</li><li>Handle all contractual correspondence in line with project requirements.</li><li>Evaluate subcontractors&rsquo; claims and issue variation orders accordingly.</li><li>Draft notices and manage all contractual communications related to subcontracts.</li><li>Coordinate with internal departments to ensure contractual obligations are met.</li><li>Provide commercial and contractual support throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of Interim Payment Applications (IPAs).</li><li>Ensure all completed work is accurately measured and reflected in monthly valuations.</li><li>Follow up with client&rsquo;s concerned departments to ensure timely payments and maintain smooth cash flow.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly commercial reports.</li><li>Ensure all quantity surveying and cost control processes are accurate, organized, and up to date.</li><li>Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance against targets.</li><li>Negotiate contracts, variations, and final accounts with clients and subcontractors.</li><li>Oversee cost value reconciliation (CVR) and financial reporting.</li><li>Manage procurement processes, including subcontractor selection and appointment.</li><li>Mentor and guide Quantity Surveyors and commercial team members.</li></ul>Technical Skills:&middot; Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (cost analysis, pivot tables, financial modeling)&middot; Strong knowledge of contract management systems and document control platforms&middot; Familiarity with AutoCAD for drawing interpretation and quantity take-offs&middot; Experience in project cost control and budgeting software&middot; Knowledge of Primavera P6 for project planning and progress tracking&middot; Proficiency in SAP (especially commercial and finance modules)&middot; Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)&middot; Ability to prepare and analyze cash flow forecasts and financial reports&middot; Strong skills in value engineering and cost optimization techniques&middot; Familiarity with claims management and delay analysis tools (e.g., Time Impact Analysis)&middot; Knowledge of risk management tools and methodologies&middot; Proficiency in document management systems (Aconex)Education &amp; Professional Certification:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field.</li><li>Professional Registration with Saudi Council of Engineers &ndash; KSA, or equivalent in other countries).</li><li>MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is highly preferred. </li><li>Additional certifications in Project Management (PMP,) or Contract Management are an advantage.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication in English (Arabic is a plus).</li><li>Leadership and team coordination skills.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Commercial Manager (Fit-Out / Contracting / Construction)

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>Job Overview
The Senior Director - Commercial (SDU) at Qiddiya Investment Company is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing commercial activities within the Strategic Development Unit (SDU). You will drive strategic commerciality (and safety) into every decision both in procurement and in contract administration. Setting up strategy and execution to the outset through PM/CM specific process and procedures to suit the task at hand whilst fully complying with internal governance and Delegation of Authority. Responsible for driving outturn cost within the agreed business plans and cost plans and feeding back commercial lessons learned and outturn to cost planning.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Establish, implement, and maintain the commercial management framework for the Construction Management vertical, covering procurement commercial strategy, contract administration, cost control, and commercial assurance.</li><li>
Define and embed commercial policies, processes, procedures, manuals, and templates tailored to Project Management / Construction Management delivery models, while ensuring full alignment with QDC governance and Delegation of Authority requirements.</li><li>
Drive strategic commercial decision‑making across procurement and contract administration, ensuring value for money, appropriate risk allocation, and integration of safety considerations into commercial outcomes.</li><li>
Lead development of commercial strategies at project and programme level, aligned with approved business plans, cost plans, and delivery strategies.</li><li>
Provide functional oversight and governance of procurement commercial inputs, including contract strategies, commercial terms, payment mechanisms, incentives, and risk provisions.</li><li>
Lead and oversee contract administration frameworks, including change control, payment certification, claims management, EOT assessments, dispute avoidance, and close‑out.</li><li>
Ensure robust cost management, forecasting, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle, driving delivery of final outturn costs within approved budgets.</li><li>
Monitor commercial performance, risks, and exposures, and implement mitigation strategies in coordination with Delivery, Procurement, Finance, and Risk functions.</li><li>
Act as the commercial authority within the Construction Management vertical, providing guidance, challenge, and escalation support to project teams in a matrix capacity.</li><li>
Establish and maintain clear commercial governance checkpoints aligned with stage‑gate approvals and executive decision forums.</li><li>
Support preparation and review of commercial inputs to Board and N‑1 papers, including cost summaries, risk positions, commercial strategies, and recommendations.</li><li>
Ensure alignment between cost planning, commercial execution, and outturn performance, and provide structured feedback to cost planning teams on variances, trends, and lessons learned.</li><li>
Capture, analyse, and disseminate commercial lessons learned, benchmarks, and best practices across the Construction Management vertical and wider QDC organisation.</li><li>
Support the build‑up and capability development of the Construction Management commercial function, including mentoring, standards setting, and skills development.</li><li>
Coordinate closely with the Project Director Design, Project Director Delivery, Project Director Procurement, and Finance functions to ensure integrated, end‑to‑end commercial control.</li><li>
Represent the Construction Management vertical in senior internal and external forums on commercial, contractual, and cost matters, as required.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
Education<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (minimum).</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in a related field is preferred.</li></ul>
Specific Skills Required<ul><li>
Strong experience in commercial management of large‑scale construction and infrastructure projects, preferably within CM or self‑delivery models.</li><li>
Deep understanding of procurement commercial strategies and contract administration across multiple delivery models.</li><li>
Proven ability to establish and operate commercial governance frameworks, controls, and assurance mechanisms.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and outturn cost management.</li><li>
Experience operating within strict governance and Delegation of Authority environments, ideally within giga‑projects.</li><li>
Ability to embed safety, risk, and compliance considerations into commercial decision‑making.</li><li>
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including executive‑level reporting.</li><li>
High level of professionalism, judgment, and commercial acumen.</li></ul>
Experience<ul><li>
15&ndash;20 years&rsquo; relevant experience in senior commercial leadership roles within large programmes, mega or giga‑projects, or complex construction environments.</li><li>
Experience within GCC is highly desirable.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
Comprehensive benefits package</div>

Senior Director - Commercial - SDU - 20012792 - CDU8

Cartier

<div>
 
 What Will Be Your Mission
 
 
 
 We are looking for a dynamic and structured Retail Project Manager to join the Cartier KSA team based in Riyadh and reporting to the Area Sales Manager. This role is dedicated to support commercial performance and drive boutique network development by leading strategic projects and provide high-level coordination and reporting.
 
 
 The role serves as a critical bridge between executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and day-to-day retail activities.
 
 
 
 HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
 
 
 
 
 Special Projects Management
 
 
 
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 Work hand-in-hand with Commercial leadership on the development and execution of detailed projects and workshops related to key priorities.
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 Create and execute strategies aligned with business objectives such as Sales Growth or Store Expansions.
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 Lead the end-to-end orchestration of new boutique openings, directing cross-functional teams (including Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Operations) to align on timelines, budgets, and brand standards.
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 Lead projects to improve Boutique flows and the way we operate boutiques. (ie. Floor Management) hand in hand with Area Sales Manager and L&amp;D.
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 Manage special initiatives, boutique openings/closings, boutique briefs, network committee preparations, and related projects.
 
 
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 Network Development &amp; Real Estate Management
 
 
 
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 Oversee real estate aspects including leases follow-up and contract review in collaboration with local and regional teams.
 
 
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 Daily Coordination: Day-to-Day Support to Area Sales Manager and Boutiques
 
 
 
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 Deliver regular updates, project dashboards, and briefing materials to executive stakeholders in both Cartier and Richemont.
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 Develop and deliver high-quality PowerPoint presentations and executive-level communication materials that clearly articulate project goals, insights, and business recommendations.
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 Transform complex business information into compelling visual stories to support decision-making at both local and regional levels.
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 Facilitate Retail meetings, workshops, and cross-functional working groups with strong narrative structure and clear outcome orientation.
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 Prepare materials and minutes for monthly Retail Leadership meetings.
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 Assist the Area Sales Manager with ad-hoc tasks, coordinating initiatives, and ensuring boutique managers receive the guidance and resources needed to meet business goals.
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 Prepare presentations in assistance with the Area Sales Manager or other managers.
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 Coordinate Retail Meetings and Events.
 
 
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 Performance Reporting and Boutique Action Plan Execution Monitoring (KPIs, Elevation)
 
 
 
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 Ensure the implementation of the Match to Traffic (MTT) schedule mindset in boutiques in partnership with Commercial leadership team.
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 Conduct MTT Weekly Analysis on coverage per boutique and provide feedback to Area Sales Manager.
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 Perform Retail Team Productivity Monitoring, supporting the Area Sales Manager in making decisions to steer performance (e.g., FTE moves between boutiques).
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 Support on Target Setting implementation ensuring monthly consolidations within deadlines set, and monthly reporting of Retail team performance vs. Commercial targets.
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 Follow up, review and report to the Area Sales Manager on Boutique Monthly reports (e.g., team performance touch base, boutique performance rituals and action plan, consignments, gratuities and discounts if any).
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 Consolidate commercial, marketing, and finance data to produce regular business reviews to the Area Sales Manager.
 
 
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 What We Are Looking For
 
 
 
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 Minimum Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent in related discipline
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 Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management and/or commercial support roles
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 Proven track record in luxury boutique network management, including involvement in new store openings, renovations or relocations.
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 Hands on experience in performance monitoring and productivity improvement.
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 Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects.
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 Entrepreneurial mindset and business acumen
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 Excellent analytical skills and understanding of retail productivity levers
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 Excellent interpersonal skills to handle both internal and external stakeholders (staff, partners, clients and colleagues)
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 Ability to credibly represent the Maison and its core values
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 Strategic thinking &amp; problem solving.
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 Facilitation &amp; workshop leadership
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 Real Estate &amp; Contract coordination
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 Executive communication and presentation
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 Solid digital skills and interest in new technologies and media
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 Knowledge of the watch &amp; jewelry industry is a plus
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 International experience is a plus
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 Fluency in English and Arabic is a Plus
 
 
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 What Do We Offer
 
 
 
 At Cartier, we are proud to employ talents from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence. We continue to work towards creating a workforce that represents the diversity of our clients and our communities.
 
 
 We offer a dynamic work environment where expertise meets Arts and Culture. We are fully transparent and share with you: Maison strategies, key information, needs of others Corporate Departments.
 
 
 We constantly educate you with: Cartier&rsquo;s savoir-faire, competitive landscape, industry news, client experience best practices. We facilitate career development and evolution in the mid-term within our Maison.
 
 
 We develop you with training, continuous learning and encourage a healthy and strong feedback culture, where you will feel encouraged and able to give an honest opinion, as this is essential to us.
 
 
 
 WHO WE ARE?
 
 
 
 As a place where singularity thrives together, we value the uniqueness of our people, and we see the results of what we do because we are on the journey together. We recognize the richness diversity brings and we embrace a workplace where those differences can be leveraged.
 
 
 We offer exciting opportunities to gain experience professionally and personally in a supportive environment which in turn inspires the Cartier creations that become icons in the world of luxury.
 
 
 We respect and celebrate the diversity of our people, their backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all. We believe that when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence. We continue to work towards creating a workforce that represents the diversity of our clients and our communities.
 
 
 Quite simply, Cartier is a place like no other. Welcome to our Maison!
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Retail Project Manager - KSA

Saudi Motorsport Company

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 Saudi Motorsport Company (SMC) is the dedicated entity driving the growth of motorsport in Saudi Arabia, aligned with the ambitious goals of Vision 2030. Operating under the Saudi Arabian Motorsport Federation and the Ministry of Sports, SMC is responsible for hosting and promoting major events like the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Dakar Rally, and Extreme E series, and World Rally Championship.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Information
 
 
 
 Position Title: Sponsorships Manager
 
 
 Department: Sponsorships - Commercial
 
 
 Reports to: Sponsorships Director
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 The Sponsorship Manager is a commercially driven role responsible for identifying, pitching, and securing sponsorship revenue across SMC&rsquo;s motorsport portfolio (F1 Saudi Arabia GP, WRC, Dakar, Jeddah Corniche Circuits). The role requires an aggressive sales mindset, strong market intelligence, and a proven track record of closing multimillion sponsorship deals.
 
 
 This function will also oversee the coordination of external agencies to expand outreach, accelerate deal flow, and maximize commercial performance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 Sponsorship Sales &amp; Revenue Generation
 
 
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 Take leadership of prospecting, outreach, pitching, negotiation, and closing of local, regional and global sponsorship deals.
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 Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline with constant brand engagement across priority sectors (telco, automotive, FMCG, banking, entertainment, travel, luxury, etc.).
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 Use strong existing networks within Saudi and regional markets to open doors and secure meetings at senior level (CMO/CEO/VP Marketing).
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 Develop compelling commercial proposals based on market insights, brand objectives, and SMC asset strengths.
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 Lead high-impact negotiations to secure long-term, high-value partnerships, ensuring commercial targets are met or exceeded.
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 Special projects or other duties as assigned
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 Market Intelligence &amp; Brand Strategy
 
 
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 Identify new commercial opportunities through continuous monitoring of brand priorities, industry trends, and competitive activities.
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 Build category-specific acquisition plans and define target brand lists with clear revenue expectations.
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 Work closely with the team to integrate data and insights into pitches.
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 Agency &amp; External Partner Coordination
 
 
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 Oversee and manage external sales agencies, assigning brand verticals and supervising performance and pipelines.
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 Ensure strong alignment between SMC and agencies regarding messaging, outreach quality, prioritization, and reporting.
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 Review and validate agency-generated proposals before submission to rights-holders or clients.
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 Internal Collaboration &amp; Rights-Holder Alignment
 
 
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 Work closely with internal SMC teams to ensure smooth execution of every sponsorship deliverable.
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 Prepare and present weekly performance updates, sponsor pipelines, forecasts, and commercial dashboards to senior leadership.
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 When not the sales lead, assist the team in development of presentations, delivery of pitches and negotiations
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 Qualifications
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
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 Master&rsquo;s degree is a plus but not required for exceptional commercial profiles.
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 6&ndash;8 years of direct sponsorship sales experience, ideally within sports, motorsport, entertainment, or major events.
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 Proven track record of closing large sponsorship deals.
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 Existing network within KSA/MEA brands is a must.
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 Experience with / or managing sales agencies or external commercial partners.
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 Experience working with international rights-holders is an advantage.
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 Exceptional sales, negotiation, and deal-closing abilities.
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 Strong personal brand and credibility with senior marketing leaders.
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 Ability to craft compelling proposals and commercial narratives.
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 Strong presentation and communication skills (English a must; Arabic is a major plus).
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 High resilience, persistence, and ability to work under pressure and ambitious targets.
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 Ability to manage multiple pipelines and projects simultaneously.
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Sponsorship Manager

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