Full job description

Element is hiring on behalf of a leading client for ahighly experienced Sales Managerwith7–10+ years of UAE experiencein theMarine / Ship Chandling industry.

We are looking for someone who iswell-established, highly connected and recognized within the UAE marine market, with strong relationships acrossship chandlers, marine suppliers and procurement teams.

What We're Looking For

• 7–10+ years of UAE experience in Marine, Ship Chandling, Lifting & Rigging or a closely related industry.
• Strong and established network of ship chandlers across the UAE.
• Someone who is known and well-connected in the market with a proven reputation and strong customer relationships.
• Proven track record of generating and growing business through existing market relationships.
• Strong experience with lifting & rigging equipment, including wire ropes, slings, shackles, chain slings, hoists and related marine equipment.
• Excellent understanding of RFQs, procurement, quotations, negotiations and closing.
• Proven history of achieving and exceeding sales targets.

The Role

Your primary responsibility will be to drive revenue through the UAE ship-chandler and marine market.

You will be expected to:

• Develop and manage key ship-chandler accounts.
• Generate new RFQs and business opportunities.
• Managing a Team of 8 - 10 people.
• Convert enquiries into profitable orders.
• Build long-term relationships with procurement and purchasing decision-makers.
• Identify new marine business opportunities.
• Expand the company's presence across the UAE marine market.

Who We're Looking For

Not a generic Sales Manager.

We are looking for someone with an existing reputation, network and customer base within the UAE marine and ship-chandling industry.

• If you have spent 7–10+ years building strong relationships with ship chandlers and marine customers in the UAE, we would like to hear from you.