National Sales Manager - Retail & Distribution | Saudi Arabia
Content + Source + Freshness • 18 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Very high value role due to leadership opportunity, competitive salary, and strong influence in market strategy within the retail and distribution sectors.
- Key management role with national influence
- Attractive compensation package commensurate with experience
- Opportunities for significant career growth
Pros
- Significant responsibility in shaping national sales strategies
- Strong potential for career advancement in a leading company
- Competitive salary reflective of senior management positions
Cons
- High-pressure environment with expectations for results
- Travel may be required across regions
- Might require extensive hours to meet sales targets
Who it's for
Senior / Executive • On-site with possible travel
Good fit
- Senior sales professionals with a proven track record
- Leaders seeking to shape national sales strategies
- Experienced candidates looking for impactful roles in retail
Not recommended for
- Newcomers to the sales field
- Individuals preferring low-responsibility roles
- Those without experience in the Saudi market
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
A leading Saudi company specialized in retail, distribution, and trading, operating across the Kingdom for several decades. The organization is known for its strong market presence, diverse product portfolio, and wide branch network serving both B2B and B2C customers.
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
A National Sales Manager is responsible for overseeing and driving sales performance across all regions within a country. The role focuses on achieving national sales targets, developing strategies to grow market share, managing regional sales teams, and ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business goals.
Key Accountabilities:
- Develop and implement the national sales strategy to achieve business growth and revenue targets.
- Lead and manage regional sales teams across multiple cities.
- Set and monitor sales KPIs to ensure consistent performance across all regions.
- Analyze market trends, identify new opportunities, and expand market share.
- Manage relationships with key clients, distributors, and partners.
- Work closely with marketing, operations, and finance teams to align on commercial goals.
- Prepare regular performance reports and present insights to senior management.
- Build, coach, and develop a high-performing sales team.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).
- 10+ years of sales experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership or national role.
- Strong track record in retail, distribution, or FMCG sectors within Saudi Arabia.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple regions and deliver measurable growth.
- Fluency in English is preferred.
