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Peergrowth

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  The Country Sales Manager is responsible for driving business growth, managing commercial and marketing execution, and strengthening the company&rsquo;s market position through strong channel partnerships and strategic sales leadership.
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  The role focuses on delivering revenue targets, expanding market share, and ensuring effective execution of country-level sales strategies aligned with regional and global objectives.
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   Key Responsibilities
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   1. Sales Strategy &amp; Execution
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   Develop and execute country sales plans aligned with regional marketing and brand strategies
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   Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets
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   Monitor sales performance and analyze monthly results to identify gaps and opportunities
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   Drive continuous improvement in sales execution and market penetration
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   Build structured sales rhythm and execution discipline across the country
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   2. Business Growth &amp; Market Development
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   Identify new business opportunities and growth channels within the KSA market
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   Expand market share across retail, distribution, and reseller networks
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   Develop and maintain strong relationships with key commercial partners
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   Ensure consistent pipeline development and conversion of opportunities
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   3. Channel &amp; Distributor Management
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   Manage relationships with distributors, retailers, and channel partners
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   Ensure alignment of distributor sales teams with company objectives
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   Oversee inventory management across the channel ecosystem
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   Conduct regular business reviews (QBRs) with partners
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   Drive performance improvements across retail and distribution channels
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   4. Stakeholder Management
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   Manage day-to-day relationships with internal and external stakeholders including:
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   Product Management
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   Marketing &amp; Channel Teams
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   Customer Care &amp; After Sales Support
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   Distributors and Retail Partners
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   Coordinate closely with regional leadership to align strategy execution
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   Ensure smooth communication between all business functions
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   5. Marketing &amp; Retail Execution
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   Collaborate with marketing teams to ensure strong retail execution
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   Support product launches and in-store promotional strategies
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   Ensure effective merchandising and brand visibility in retail channels
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   Work with channel marketing teams to improve consumer engagement
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   6. Business Performance &amp; Reporting
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   Track and report sales performance regularly
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   Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer behavior
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   Provide insights to improve pricing, promotions, and sales strategies
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   Ensure accurate forecasting and reporting of sales pipelines
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   7. Strategic Planning &amp; Decision Making
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   Develop account-level strategies for sales and marketing execution
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   Optimize investment allocation across accounts and channels
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   Improve resource utilization including coverage, merchandising, and training
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   Contribute to long-term regional growth strategy
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   8. Leadership &amp; Development
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   Drive strong performance culture across distributor and channel teams
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   Set clear objectives and performance expectations
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   Provide guidance and training to partners and internal teams
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   Strengthen execution discipline across all sales operations
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   Role Impact
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   Directly responsible for achieving country revenue and profitability targets
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   Influences regional performance through KSA market execution
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   Plays a key role in shaping long-term channel and distribution strategy
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   Drives overall brand growth and market leadership in the region
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   Qualifications &amp; Experience
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   Education
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree required
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   Master&rsquo;s Degree preferred
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   Experience
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   8&ndash;10+ years of experience in sales, channel management, or retail business development
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   Strong experience in FMCG, consumer electronics, IT peripherals, or lifestyle products
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   Proven track record in managing distributor and retail ecosystems
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   Experience in P&amp;L ownership and revenue responsibility preferred
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   Skills &amp; Knowledge
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   Strong understanding of retail and distribution channel structures
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   Knowledge of inventory models and sales forecasting systems
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   Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
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   Ability to analyze sales data and market trends
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   Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
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   Excellent communication and leadership skills
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   Key Stakeholders
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   Product Management
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   Brand &amp; Marketing Teams
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   Channel Marketing &amp; Retail Services
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   Distributors and Retail Partners
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   Regional Leadership
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Country Sales Manager

PROVEN

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  <strong>
   ABOUT THE JOB
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  Position Title: Country Manager/GM
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  Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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  Type: Full-time
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  Nationality: Saudi
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  <strong>
   ABOUT PROVEN
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  Proven supports equal opportunities for all candidates and is committed to empowering its people through continuous personal and professional development. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment built on mutual respect, innovation, and a healthy work-life balance. With a strong track record in recruitment, managed services, and workforce solutions, we are proud to be long-term partners in shaping success for both our clients and our employees.
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   ABOUT THE CLIENT
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  A trusted global technology &amp; service provider supporting organizations across multiple regions. With a long-standing industry presence and an international footprint, the client specializes in carefully selected IT and cybersecurity solutions, offering deep product expertise, pre- and post-sales support, and a strong commitment to channel enablement.
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   ABOUT THE ROLE / ROLE OVERVIEW
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  The Saudi Country Manager/GM will have full P&amp;L ownership and overall responsibility for building, leading, and scaling the company&rsquo;s IT and cybersecurity business in the Kingdom, while driving strategic channel and vendor relationships. This role requires high hands-on leadership skills with strong personal sales capability, able to directly develop large accounts, close strategic deals, and grow enterprise and government relationships while establishing a high performing local organization. The role is both strategic and execution-driven, with a strong emphasis on direct revenue generation, market expansion, and long-term business sustainability and ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
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   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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   Strategic Leadership
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   Define and execute the Saudi Arabia business strategy in alignment with the group&rsquo;s regional and global objectives.
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   Develop and implement a comprehensive business strategy for the KSA market in alignment with regional goals.
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   Identify market opportunities, emerging cybersecurity trends, and develop go-to-market strategies.
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   Lead and direct the KSA team for results and excellence in Sales and Services
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   Lead annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
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   Sales &amp; Channel Development
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   Have an extensive sales &amp; Business Development experience.
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   Personally lead and close large, complex, and strategic deals, particularly with key enterprise and government accounts.
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   Drive market entry, expansion, and positioning in line with Saudi Vision 2030 initiatives.
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   Drive revenue growth by managing key vendor relationships and expanding the reseller/integrator partner network.
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   Oversee sales performance, partner enablement, channel marketing initiatives and end user connection and networking.
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   Ensure strong pipeline development and conversion through value-added distribution.
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   Manage and develop large-scale projects directly, leveraging personal experience to engage Saudi key enterprise accounts, and drive sales and marketing through strong networking and established relationships.
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   Vendor &amp; Partner Management
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   Act as the key point of contact for regional strategic vendors in KSA.
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   Optimize profitability and support growth.
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   Ensure successful product launches, partner engagement and certification, and technical enablement through the team.
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   Customer satisfaction and escalation management.
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   Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and long-term relationships.
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   Team Leadership &amp; Operations
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   Board / regional leadership reporting
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   Cross-functional alignment with HQ (finance, legal, HR, marketing)
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   Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team across sales, technical support, projects, and operations.
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   Oversee business operations, ensuring compliance with Country regulations.
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   Foster a performance-driven culture and continuous improvement mindset.
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   Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and compliance risks.
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   Ensure business continuity planning and resilience.
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   Government &amp; Regulatory Engagement
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   Maintain strong relationships with relevant KSA authorities and regulatory bodies.
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   Ensure company business compliance with local laws and regulations.
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   Develop and execute a Saudization and localization strategy in line with KSA regulations.
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   REQUIREMENTS
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   Education / Qualification
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  Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration or BSC in IT, SW Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
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   Experience
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   Minimum 8&ndash;10 years of experience in IT or Cybersecurity Sales &amp; Management, including 3+ years in a senior leadership or country management role. (work history in sales leadership with corporate and multinational regional roles preferred.)
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   Deep knowledge of cybersecurity and ICT trends, vendors, technologies, and market trends.
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   Strong understanding of channel sales, value-added distribution, and partner ecosystems.
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   Proven leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.
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Country Manager/GM - Saudi National

ARTELIA

<div><p><b>Job Title</b>: Country Manager - KSA</p>
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Location: </b><b>Riyadh - </b><b>KSA</b></p>
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Reporting</b><b> to</b>: General Manager - Middle East</p>
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Company Overview</b>: Join ARTELIA, a leading engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative solutions for a sustainable future.</p>
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Artelia has established itself in five major areas of development and construction (mobility, water, energy, building and industry). Its consultancy, design, project management and asset management services cover the entire life cycle of assets (design, construction, operation). The Group also handles global contracts and turnkey projects.</p>
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Artelia has strong ambition in KSA and has established an operating entity in Riyadh along with a Regional HQ as per KSA regulations. Our group needs a Leader to grow the business covering the five domains with priority to existing business.</p>
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Position Overview:</b></p>
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The Country Director is responsible for overseeing the company's operations in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a strong focus on business development at the beginning. This role involves strategic planning, client relationship management, and driving growth initiatives to ensure the company's success in the local market.</p><br>
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Key Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li>Strategic Leadership:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Develop and implement country-specific strategies aligned with the company's global objectives and Artelia Middle East Strategy.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Identify and assess market opportunities to drive business growth.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Business Development:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Lead efforts to expand the company&rsquo;s client base, focusing on new business opportunities and market penetration.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Build and maintain relationships with key clients and pipeline, stakeholders, and strategic partners.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Analyze market trends and competitor activities to inform business strategies.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Lead proposals, presentations, and negotiations to secure contracts and projects and achieve the country order intake target.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Operational Management:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Work closely with domains leaders to insure our projects are delivered as per Artelia&rsquo; standards and at client satisfaction.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness across all functions.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Monitor and optimize resource allocation and project management.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Team Leadership:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Lead key recruitments, mentor, and lead a high-performing team focused on achieving our growth objectives.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Foster a culture of collaboration, initiatives, and accountability within the team.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Financial Oversight:</li>
</ul><ul><li>In collaboration with Domains leaders, prepare and manage the country budget, ensuring financial targets are met.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Analyze financial reports and performance metrics to drive decision-making and improvements.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Compliance and Risk Management:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Ensure compliance with local regulations and company policies.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Proven experience in a managerial role with a strong business development focus in the engineering industry.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Strong understanding of the local market and regulatory environment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia</li>
</ul><ul><li>Good practice of P&amp;L parameters.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Proven track record of successful client acquisition and relationship management.</li>
</ul>
<p> <b><i>Note to external recruiters:</i></b><i> </i><i>Please note that Artelia does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Artelia will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Artelia explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Artelia and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Artelia as a result of the referral or through other means.</i></p></div><p></p>

Country Manager - KSA

RIG (Recruitment International Group)

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   Overview
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  The Country Manager will be responsible for the
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   full operational, commercial, and strategic leadership
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  of the brand across the UAE. This role will drive
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   revenue growth, customer experience, expansion, and team performance
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  across multiple sites within the children&rsquo;s play and family entertainment sector.
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   Key Responsibilities
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   Business &amp; Commercial Leadership
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   Own full P&amp;L responsibility for UAE operations
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   Drive revenue growth across admissions, parties, F&amp;B, and memberships
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   Develop and execute country-level business strategy
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   Identify and secure new site expansion opportunities
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   Operations Management
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   Oversee day-to-day operations across all locations
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   Ensure world-class
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    customer experience and safety standards
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   Implement SOPs, policies, and operational efficiencies
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   Monitor KPIs: footfall, spend per head, occupancy, and retention
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   Team Leadership
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   Build, lead, and develop high-performing multi-site teams
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   Oversee hiring, training, and performance management
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   Create strong leadership structure (venue managers, supervisors, etc.)
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   Brand &amp; Customer Experience
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   Maintain premium brand standards across all sites
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   Enhance customer journey, birthday party experience, and repeat visits
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   Manage feedback, reviews, and continuous service improvement
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   Marketing &amp; Partnerships
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   Work with marketing teams to drive footfall and brand awareness
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   Develop partnerships with schools, nurseries, and corporates
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   Execute local campaigns, events, and promotions
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   Financial Management
  </strong>
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   Manage budgets, forecasting, and cost control
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   Optimise margins across staffing, F&amp;B, and operations
  </li>
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   Report performance to senior leadership
  </li>
 </ul>
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  <strong>
   Compliance &amp; Safety
  </strong>
 </p>
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  <li>
   Ensure full compliance with UAE regulations
  </li>
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   Maintain strict health &amp; safety standards for children&rsquo;s facilities
  </li>
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   Oversee risk management and incident protocols
  </li>
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 </p>
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  Salary budget: 20-25,000 SAR per month + medical
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  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Please send CV's to david@therigrecruitment.com
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  Saudi National required
 </p>
</div>


Country Manager - (20-25,000 SAR) - Riyadh Based - Entertainment Area / Children's Entertainment area

Cloudera

<div><p><b>Business Area:
</b></p>Sales<p></p><p><b>
Seniority Level:</b></p>
Mid-Senior level<p></p><p><b>
Job Description:</b></p><p>
At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world&rsquo;s largest enterprises.</p><p></p><p><b>
The Cloudera Partner Sales Manager (PSM) is a critical member of our field sales organization. Our PSM&rsquo;s are responsible for coordinating and orchestrating all partner engagement at prospect and customer accounts. PSM&rsquo;s are revenue focused and carry a bookings number for partner-influenced deals in their assigned regions.</b></p><p><b>
As a Partner Sales Manager you will:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
Drive proactive sales opportunity generation, pipeline management and deal closure with partners.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Align with assigned sales teams to develop a regional partner growth strategy that will ensure software bookings growth goals are achieved.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Develop a regional partner map, outlining current partner capabilities, capacity and gaps.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Build a regional partner business plan with quantified goals and milestones to achieve partner-influenced revenue metrics.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Identify, recruit and onboard key local partners required to meet/exceed plan goals.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Align with Cloudera&rsquo;s corporate Business Development team to execute strategic partner GTM plays</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Facilitate the development of advanced partner solutions to drive revenue growth</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Maintain and report an accurate partner sales forecast in SFDC with 4X pipeline coverage.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Manage regular business reviews between Cloudera and priority partners.</b></p></li></ul><p><b>
You may also have:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
Minimum 5+ years&rsquo; experience in direct and channel sales.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Strong understanding of the big data software business.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Proven channel sales /alliance experience with quantifiable results building the field execution with key partners.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Must possess a quantifiable record of success in enterprise technology sales, with a demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales objectives and the ability to generate new business through partners.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Must understand complex sales process, build consensus and be adept at developing sponsorship to drive sales and technical certification results at multiple levels.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Direct experience creating and executing partner business plans with both Global and regional sized partners.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Ability to set priorities, focus on details and motivate internal and external teams to deliver agreed upon goals.</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Ability to lead teams and projects through influence rather than direction.</b></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What you can expect from us:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Generous PTO Policy</p></li><li><p>
Support work life balance with Unplugged Days</p></li><li><p>
Flexible WFH Policy</p></li><li><p>
Mental &amp; Physical Wellness programs</p></li><li><p>
Phone and Internet Reimbursement program</p></li><li><p>
Access to Continued Career Development</p></li><li><p>
Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages</p></li><li><p>
Paid Volunteer Time</p></li><li><p>
Employee Resource Groups</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
EEO/VEVRAA</p><p></p><p>
LI-CH1</p><p>
LI-Hybrid</p></div>

Partner Sales Account Manager, Saudi

Standard Chartered Bank

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Requisition Number: </b>51779
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Location: </b>Riyadh, SAU
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Global Grade: </b>Band 6
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Work Type: </b>Office Working
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Employment Type: </b>Permanent
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Start Date: </b>02/04/2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting End Date: </b>16/04/2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>:
</b><div><div><div><div><b>Job Summary</b></div>
</div><div><p>
The role of CTM Saudi Arabia is pivotal in ensuring the continuous availability, high performance, and robust security of all applications within the production environment that support our business and operational functions. This position demands comprehensive oversight and maintenance of all local data centres and related infrastructure components, including servers, networking equipment, storage systems, external connectivity gateways, and telephony systems. You will play a crucial role in driving technological initiatives, coordinating with multiple teams to roll out new projects, resolve issues, and uphold infrastructure integrity.</p><p>
Furthermore, you will act as the vital link between business and operational stakeholders and the wider technology ecosystem, facilitating clear communication and strategic alignment. Managing the country-specific technology budget forms a core responsibility, alongside enabling support for critical technology initiatives and risk management. This role requires proactive leadership in technology product implementations, ongoing system enhancements, and prompt resolution of problems and risks, thereby ensuring operational stability and compliance.</p><p>
You will work closely with vendors and external parties to maintain and upgrade local systems and infrastructure, organize and lead service review meetings with key technology stakeholders such as ITSC and PSS, and provide advisories on potential risks with formulated action plans to mitigate them. Leading service improvement initiatives that enhance system performance and stability is integral to the role.</p><p>
As the central point of contact during high severity incidents, you will ensure swift issue resolution, coordinating effectively with ITSC, PSS, and network teams. Comprehensive root cause analyses for such incidents will be executed with follow-through on preventative measures to forestall recurrence. The role also includes reviewing and approving change requests from the business, ensuring each modification is conducted without compromising system stability. Active participation in PSCs, ICS forums, and risk management discussions will be expected to uphold compliance with technology policies and risk guidelines. Additionally, you will facilitate technology and system-related audits, ensuring they are conducted smoothly and to a satisfactory standard.</p></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div>
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Strategy and Operations</b></p><ul><li>
Maintain and continuously improve the stability, capacity, and security of local IT systems and infrastructure, with a strong focus on managing obsolescence and implementing modernization strategies.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with application and infrastructure teams to proactively address issues related to instability or outdated technologies.</li><li>
Implement stringent controls over production changes to reduce incidents caused by change errors, enhancing change management governance.</li><li>
Ensure high availability, optimal performance, and airtight security of business-critical applications within the production environment.</li><li>
Oversee comprehensive maintenance of in-country data centres and all associated infrastructure elements including servers, network equipment, storage devices, gateways, and telephony systems.</li><li>
Coordinate with multiple internal teams on new technology rollouts, operational problem resolution, and continuous improvement projects.</li><li>
Represent technology interests and provide leadership presence in various forums, acting as the principal liaison between business operations and technical teams.</li><li>
Engage actively with teams such as TSM, PSS, TechOps, and ITSC for incident management and escalation to ensure prompt problem resolution.</li><li>
Drive root cause analysis efforts for all high severity incidents, ensuring timely implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>
Work to reduce recovery times for critical system incidents, enhancing overall operational resilience.</li><li>
Identify and pursue cloud transformation opportunities to modernize infrastructure and improve scalability and efficiency.</li><li>
Manage service level agreements with business and operational units to guarantee satisfactory service delivery.</li><li>
Respond to and resolve high severity incidents in partnership with cross-functional teams, minimizing business impact.</li><li>
Provide frontline support to in-country users, offering expert advice and practical solutions to operational technology challenges.</li><li>
Assess and approve critical system changes and enhancements, carefully balancing innovation with the need to maintain production stability.</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><div>
</div><div>Riyadh, Saudi Arabia</div></div><div></div><div><div>
</div><div>Standard Chartered</div></div><div><div><div><b>
Skills and Experience</b></div>
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This role requires a solid foundation in IT infrastructure and banking systems, ensuring a deep understanding of core technologies and industry-specific requirements. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to managing conduct and risk to uphold the company's standards and regulatory obligations. Effective people management skills are essential to lead teams and foster collaboration effectively.</p><p>
Time management skills are critical to balance multiple ongoing tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines without compromising quality. Demonstrated capacity for strategic thinking combined with hands-on technical expertise will enable the successful candidate to drive continuous improvements. In addition, the ability to communicate clearly and build strong networks across various organizational levels is imperative for success.</p></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Qualifications</b></div>
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The ideal candidate will possess between 5 to 7 years of relevant technology experience, with substantial exposure to complex IT environments. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English &amp; Arabic.</p>
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A high degree of analytical capability is required, including the ability to interpret data comprehensively, derive actionable insights, and proactively forecast necessary changes. Experience in managing multiple priorities and demonstrating adaptability to dynamic work environments is vital. A proven track record of accountability and problem-solving in high-pressure situations is expected.</p>
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Additionally, candidates should exhibit sound skills in change management, project management methodologies, and financial oversight, including budgeting competencies. Academic qualifications preferably include a Master&rsquo;s degree in a technology-related field, supplemented by leadership development programs and project management certifications.</p></div></div><div><div><div><b>
About Standard Chartered</b></div>
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Standard Chartered is a global bank with a proud history spanning more than 170 years and a commitment to making a positive impact for our clients, communities, and colleagues worldwide. Our culture encourages challenge, innovation, and growth, valuing diversity of thought and experience to drive commerce and prosperity.</p><p>
At Standard Chartered, we uphold our purpose to be here for good by fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual is respected and supported to achieve their full potential. Our shared values of integrity, continuous improvement, and collaborative teamwork define how we operate and engage with our clients and each other.</p><p>
Joining our team means becoming a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where your unique talents are celebrated and where you can make meaningful contributions to a responsible and evolving financial institution.</p></div></div><div><div><div><b>
What we offer</b></div>
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Aligned with our commitment to Fair Pay and employee wellbeing, we offer a comprehensive and competitive package designed to support your overall mental, physical, financial, and social health.</p><ul><li>
Robust core benefits including retirement savings schemes, comprehensive medical coverage, and life insurance, with options for voluntary and flexible benefits tailored to individual needs.</li><li>
Generous time-off provisions inclusive of annual leave, extended parental/maternity leave (up to 20 weeks), sabbaticals (up to 12 months), and dedicated volunteering leave (3 days), along with a minimum combined total of 30 days for annual and public holidays.</li><li>
Flexible working arrangements that allow for a balance between office-based and remote work, supporting diverse work styles and personal circumstances.</li><li>
Proactive wellness resources including access to Unmind, a digital mental health platform, resilience and human skills development programs, global Employee Assistance Programmes, mental health first aiders, and extensive self-help toolkits.</li><li>
An environment committed to continuous professional development through varied learning opportunities, enabling you to reskill, upskill, and advance your career.</li><li>
A genuinely inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages every employee to thrive in an equitable supportive workplace.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Country Technology Manager (Saudi National)

TÜV SÜD

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>Business Development Manager
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Summary:
</b></p><p>The Academy Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and monitoring the country strategy for T&Uuml;V S&Uuml;D Academy, ensuring sustainable business growth and market positioning. The role involves driving business development, managing key client relationships and government stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and overseeing end-to-end academy operations including sales, training delivery, certification, and resource management.
</p><p>The role also requires strong leadership capability to lead, align, and develop both sales and operations teams, ensuring high performance, accountability, and collaboration across functions to achieve business targets.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Your Tasks
</b></p><ul><li>Develop and implement the country-specific Academy strategy aligned with regional and global objectives
</li><li>Drive business development activities to achieve revenue and growth targets
</li><li>Establish and manage strategic relationships with key clients, industry partners, and government authorities
</li><li>Lead Key Account Management (KAM) activities to secure long-term partnerships and repeat business
</li><li>Engage with regulatory bodies to obtain and maintain training center approvals, licenses, and accreditations
</li><li>Manage and support audits from authorities and accreditation bodies, ensuring full compliance
</li><li>Oversee sales and operational activities including lead management, pipeline tracking, and conversion
 </li><li>Lead, manage, and develop both sales and operations teams, setting clear targets, monitoring performance, and ensuring alignment with overall business objectives
</li><li>Drive a high-performance culture within the teams, ensuring accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across sales and operational functions
</li><li>Ensure effective delivery of training programs (classroom, virtual, and e-learning) with high customer satisfaction
</li><li>Develop and manage a pool of qualified trainers, including onboarding, evaluation, and performance monitoring
</li><li>Identify and secure suitable training venues and ensure operational readiness for training delivery
</li><li>Oversee certification processes, including examination, certification issuance, and compliance with standards
</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams (sales, technical, marketing, operations) to ensure integrated service delivery
</li><li>Monitor performance metrics (KPIs), analyze market trends, and provide strategic insights for continuous improvement
</li>Ensure adherence to T&Uuml;V S&Uuml;D quality standards, policies, and procedures<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Your Qualifications and Skills
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (Master&rsquo;s degree is an advantage)
</li><li>Minimum 8&ndash;12 years of experience in training, certification, or service-based industries
</li><li>Proven experience in business development, client relationship management, and strategy execution
</li><li>Experience dealing with government authorities, regulatory bodies, and accreditation processes
</li><li>Strong understanding of training operations, certification schemes, and learning solutions
</li><li>Experience in managing cross-functional teams and external stakeholders (trainers, partners, vendors)
</li><li>Familiarity with the Saudi market and regulatory environment is highly preferred
 </li></ul><p><b>Skills:
</b></p><ul><li>Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills
</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities
</li><li>Commercial acumen with a results-driven mindset
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
</li><li>Demonstrated experience in leading and managing cross-functional teams, particularly sales and operations, with a track record of achieving business targets.
</li><li>Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
</li><li>High level of organization and attention to detail
</li><li>Proficiency in CRM systems, LMS platforms, and Microsoft Office tools
</li>Additional Information<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What We Offer
</b></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation package.
</li><li>Paid vacation and leave benefits.
</li>A safe and inclusive workplace that values teamwork, innovation, and professional excellence.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Additional Information
</b></p><ul><li>The role requires frequent interaction with clients, partners, and government entities
</li><li>Will involve travel within the country and occasionally across the region
</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
</li><li>Represents T&Uuml;V S&Uuml;D Academy as a key market-facing leader in the country
</li></ul></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div>Work Area: Sales, Customer Services &amp; Training Management
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Country/Region: Saudi Arabia
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job Location: Ar-Riyāḍ
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Working Model: Onsite
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Employment Type: Full time or part time / regular
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Company: T&Uuml;V S&Uuml;D Middle East LLC
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Org Unit Code: ACAD
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Requisition ID: 5447
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Duration in months (if limited contract):</div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Business Development Manager

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