Head of Sales / Commercial Director
On-siteDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Summary
Define and execute commercial go-to-market strategies across UAE, KSA, GCC, CIS, and Indonesia, segmenting pharmacy, retail, modern trade, and e-commerce channels with tailored pricing. Build and grow distribution networks by engaging regional partners, wholesalers, and channel owners while leading key account negotiations and contracts. Lead online distribution strategies through marketplace partnerships and direct-to-consumer platforms, coordinating digital sales with marketing to optimize conversion and track performance metrics. Manage a commercial team of sales leaders and account managers, establishing performance incentives and coaching staff to ensure consistent pipeline execution. Partner with supply chain, production, and regulatory teams to align sales forecasts with logistics and ensure product availability. Own regional sales targets, analyze market trends and competitor activities, and present quarterly performance reports to the executive team.
Required Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of commercial leadership in nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, wellness FMCG, vitamins, or pharma
- Strong track record in UAE / KSA / GCC markets
- Demonstrated success in launching new health products, building distributor networks, and scaling retail/pharmacy channels
- Experience in modern trade, pharmacy chains, nutrition stores, and e-commerce sales
- Excellent negotiation, commercial strategy, and deal closing skills
- Proven ability to lead multi-channel sales execution
- Strong analytical mindset with experience in sales planning, forecasting, and performance metrics
- Skilled in team leadership with experience building and motivating commercial teams
- Fluent English
Desired Qualifications
- experience in CIS and Indonesia
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