Area Sales Manager Saudi Arabia Travel Retail
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What This Position Is About – Purpose
The Area Sales Manager oversees Global Travel Retail activities across Saudi Arabia, covering airport duty free, ship handling, downtown duty free, border shops, and new channels.
The role drives sales, manages trade and consumer programs, manages commercial operations, and maintains customer relationships.
It monitors sales KPIs, market trends, and competitive dynamics to provide insights, ensures field presence, and identifies opportunities.
All actions comply with JTI policies and Saudi regulations.
What Will You Do - Responsibilities
- Implementation of Plans & Strategies Oversee the execution of sales, distribution, and marketing strategies, including merchandising, shelf-space, and promotions, according to directives from relevant teams. Track progress and material quality, recommending adjustments as needed. Adapt plans for channels and accounts in line with global strategy.
- Data Gathering & Reporting Ensure access to customer IT systems for comprehensive data collection on sales, invoicing, order delivery, stock, and investment. Compile and analyses monthly reports against KPIs, providing actionable recommendations for JTI and customers.
- Account / Customer Engagement Program Develop and implement local account plans and contribute to International Key Account (IKA) strategies. Foster customer engagement using JTI’s store approach to boost overall purchases. Manage local agreements, support IKA compliance, and assist with related sales and marketing programs.
- Annual Business Plan and Reviews Prepare, align, and execute annual and strategic plans, including historical analysis, SWOT, prioritized options, objectives, relationships, and KPI trackers. Maintain an 18-month rolling forecast by planning node and ensure market P&L delivery.
- Retail Sales Consultants (RSC) Work with the Regional Sales Director and relevant teams to manage ongoing JTI RSC activities, including recruitment, coaching, and oversight of third-party agencies and personnel to enhance consumer insights and brand activation in stores.
Whom Are We Looking For – Requirements
- University degree or equivalent
- Over 5 years’ experience in sales, distribution, channel management, or trade marketing; consumer/trade promotions management experience required
- Key Account Management background in FMCG or Travel Retail preferred
- Experience with airport duty free, ship handling, downtown duty free or border shops is a strong advantage
- Global Travel Retail and tobacco industry exposure are advantageous
- Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus for interactions in Saudi Arabia
- Strong commercial, operational, order, pricing, and promotional execution skills
- In-store visibility, availability management, and execution across all relevant channels
- Proven sales performance tracking, KPI monitoring, market intelligence gathering abilities
- Excellent negotiation and relationship management, especially with duty free and concession partners
- Sound knowledge of commercial processes, customer service standards, MS Office, and reporting tools
- Are you ready to join us?
- Build your success story at JTI.
- Apply now!
Next Steps
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer.
Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.
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