SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
This position is part of our MEIA Graduate Program. Through this program, you will accelerate your career through personal development plans, local or international assignments, challenging and exciting tasks, and focused training programs.
Do you have a passion for sales specifications? In this position, you will be the main point of contact to enlist Jotun products in projects specifications of maximum projects by developing contacts with architects and consultants to ensure Jotun’s specifications are approved and followed at all project levels for profitable sales growth.
If you're ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!
This position will be based in Cairo, Egypt and will be reporting to the Specifications Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in securing project approvals for Jotun products by providing comprehensive technical and commercial information
- Maintain an updated database of key construction projects and architects
- Build and nurture a strong professional network with consultants, architects, designers, and project specifiers to support Jotun's specification approvals
- Conduct technical and commercial training/orientation sessions at seminars to boost Jotun's visibility and drive sales through the architect channel
- Identify and map projects, influence decision-makers to ensure Jotun specifications are approved, and secure projects to benefit Jotun’s business
- Monitor the market, leveraging data to enhance Jotun's market position and promote its products and concepts
- Support the sales team in achieving targets by securing Jotun specifications approvals and updating them on project activities
- Develop and maintain long-term relationships with specifiers through regular visits, presentations, seminars, and meetings with leading architects, consultants, and project owners to present Jotun’s products, including technical documentation on performance and features
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
What We Look For:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or any related field
- Minimum 2 years of sales experience is required
- Experience in Powder/Paints sales will be an added advantage
- Proficient in Ms Office tools
- Valid light vehicle Egyptian driving license
- Fluent in English and Arabic
Personal Qualities We Look For:
- Identifies and seizes commercial opportunities; has a strong positive impact on business growth and profitability
- Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively
- Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively
- Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results
- Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals
- Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
- Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
- Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
- A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
- A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.
POSITION INFORMATION
Company:
Jotun Powder Coatings U.A.E. Ltd.
Contract Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):
22.01.2025
WHO WE ARE
Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.Jotun Powder Coatings UAE (LLC), established in 1990, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With a production facility, 2 warehouses and more than 140 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the UAE through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.
Visit our Career Page to know more about life at Jotun.
Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
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If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!
