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Sales Director (Govt Sector)

Jeddah Permanent View Job Description
A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Director to lead its government sector operations across Saudi Arabia.
  • Strategic Leadership Opportunity
  • Direct Influence & Visibility

About Our Client

Our client is a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company.

Job Description



  • Lead and oversee sales operations for the full pharmaceutical portfolio within the government sector across Saudi Arabia (excluding cardiometabolic products)


  • Manage and develop a team of senior managers and supervisors to ensure consistent performance and alignment with company goals


  • Drive strategic planning and execution to achieve revenue, growth, and profitability targets


  • Oversee full P&L for the government sector business, ensuring financial targets and operational efficiency are met


  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key government stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and institutional clients


  • Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and internal performance to inform strategic decision-making


  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including regulatory, medical affairs, supply chain, and marketing to ensure seamless execution of strategies


  • Represent the company at relevant industry events, tenders, and stakeholder meetings to strengthen its market presence
  • Demonstrate adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving market landscape, with the ability to navigate and lead through change effectively

The Successful Applicant



  • Senior sales leader with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally within the Saudi government sector


  • Proven ability to manage managers and supervisors, with strong leadership and team development skills


  • Demonstrated success in driving sales performance and managing full P&L responsibilities


  • Deep understanding of the healthcare landscape and government tender processes in KSA


  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and commercial acumen


  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills


  • Fluent in both Arabic and English



What's on Offer

Competitive salary, schooling allowance, medical insurance for family, annual flight tickets for family for expats

Contact
Lara Haidous
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6726219

Job summary

Sector
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Subsector
Pharmaceutical
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Jeddah
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lara Haidous
Job reference
JN-042025-6726219