United Arab Emirates · Based in Dubai or Sharjah
Area Manager, UAE
Commercial Kitchen Equipment · Full-time, field-based
About the role
Our client, a leading European manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment, is looking for an Area Manager to develop its sales across the United Arab Emirates. The role reports to the International Sales Manager and has no direct reports. About 70% of the time is spent with end users and 30% with the distribution network.
Key responsibilities
- Manage and develop the distribution network, applying the company's sales, distribution and discount policies.
- Support dealers through training, field support (product selection, demonstrations, commissioning, after-sales), brand visibility, open days and local shows.
- Generate, collect and follow up sales leads through end-user visits, networking, trade shows and conferences.
- Develop and support the prescriber network with product information, selection advice and training.
- Build an industry network and gather market intelligence on competition, pricing and trends.
- Represent the company at 4–5 trade exhibitions a year in the UAE.
Requirements
- At least 5 years' experience in hospitality, food & beverage or commercial kitchen equipment.
- Based in Dubai or Sharjah.