SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
As a Specification Executive, you will support the Specification Manager in promoting Jotun products for projects in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Your role focuses on building strong relationships with developers and consultants, specifying Decorative products, introducing new solutions, and identifying market opportunities to increase Jotun's market share and profitability.
This position reports to the Specification Manager - SSS and will be based in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Responsibilities:Build and maintain a strong network with developers, consultants, architects, and project specifiers to secure Jotun’s specifications at design and execution stages, ensuring approvals from key decision-makers.
- Monitor the construction and paint market to promote Jotun’s products and strengthen its position as a market leader.
- Support the sales team by securing approvals on major projects, updating them on progress, and facilitating successful project completions.
- Engage with government bodies and key stakeholders to secure project specifications and conduct seminars, workshops, and presentations to showcase Jotun’s products and solutions.
- Manage CRM (Customer Relationship Management ) data, track tender inquiries, and assist in preparing tender quotations to ensure organized follow-ups and timely client responses.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
We are looking for a candidate who:
- Is holding a bachelor's degree in engineering (Architecture, Interior Design) or any relevant field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in the paint manufacturing or construction industry.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting, data entry and Photoshop advantage.
- Fluency in Arabic & English – both verbal and written.
The competencies we look for:
- Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
- Identifies and seizes commercial opportunities; has a strong positive impact on business growth and profitability.
- Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully.
- Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives.
- Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
- Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.
- 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 Abu Dhabi Ltd.
Contract Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):
25.01.2025
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 Abu Dhabi Ltd., established in 1995, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With a production facility, warehouse 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.
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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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