Commercial Director
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About the Role
We're looking for an experienced and visionary Commercial Director of Sales to lead our sales organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans and commercial initiatives to drive revenue growth and market expansion across assigned territories and customer segments
- Lead, mentor, and manage a large sales team, providing coaching, performance management, and professional development to ensure high performance and retention
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), sales targets, and forecasts; analyze performance data to identify trends and implement corrective actions
- Manage P&L responsibility for the sales division, including budget planning, resource allocation, and cost optimization
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with key accounts, partners, and stakeholders to strengthen commercial positioning and identify new business opportunities
- Conduct competitive analysis and market intelligence to inform pricing strategies, product positioning, and go to market initiatives
- Collaborate with cross functional teams including marketing, operations, and product development to align commercial objectives with organizational goals
- Oversee sales pipeline management, deal progression, and contract negotiations to ensure successful deal closure and customer satisfaction
- Implement and optimize CRM systems and sales analytics tools to enhance team productivity and decision making
- Represent the sales organization at executive leadership meetings and provide regular reporting on commercial performance and strategic initiatives
Requirements
- 8+ years of progressive experience in sales leadership and management roles
- 5+ years of experience in a commercial director or equivalent senior sales position
- Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth in competitive markets
- Demonstrated experience managing and developing large sales teams (20+ direct reports preferred)
- Strong commercial acumen with expertise in P&L management, financial analysis, and business development
- Excellent strategic planning and analytical skills with the ability to translate market insights into actionable sales strategies
- Exceptional leadership, motivational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and influence teams
- Advanced negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities
- Proficiency with CRM systems, sales analytics platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with sales forecasting, pipeline management, and revenue modeling
- Strong communication and presentation skills in English
- Preferred: Experience in Middle Eastern markets or international business environments
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Company Description
- Why work for Accor? We are far more than a global leading company. We welcome you as you are, and with us you will find a career and a brand that fits your personality.
- We support you to grow and learn every day. We ensure that your work has meaning in your life and that, throughout your journey with us, you explore the limitless possibilities of Accor.
- At Accor, you can write every chapter of your own story, and together we can transform the future of gastronomy and hospitality.
Job Description
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans and commercial initiatives to drive revenue growth and market expansion across assigned territories and customer segments.
- Lead, mentor, and manage a large sales team, providing coaching, performance management, and professional development to ensure high performance and retention.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), sales targets, and forecasts; analyze performance data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
- Manage P&L responsibility for the sales division, including budget planning, resource allocation, and cost optimization.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with key accounts, partners, and stakeholders to strengthen commercial positioning and identify new business opportunities.
- Conduct competitive analysis and market intelligence to inform pricing strategies, product positioning, and go to market initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams including marketing, operations, and product development to align commercial objectives with organizational goals.
- Oversee sales pipeline management, deal progression, and contract negotiations to ensure successful deal closure and customer satisfaction.
- Implement and optimize CRM systems and sales analytics tools to enhance team productivity and decision making.
- Represent the sales organization at executive leadership meetings and provide regular reporting on commercial performance and strategic initiatives.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of progressive experience in sales leadership and management roles.
- 5+ years of experience in a commercial director or equivalent senior sales position.
- Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth in competitive markets.
- Demonstrated experience managing and developing large sales teams (20+ direct reports preferred).
- Strong commercial acumen with expertise in P&L management, financial analysis, and business development.
- Excellent strategic planning and analytical skills with the ability to translate market insights into actionable sales strategies.
- Exceptional leadership, motivational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and influence teams.
- Advanced negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Proficiency with CRM systems, sales analytics platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with sales forecasting, pipeline management, and revenue modeling.
- Strong communication and presentation skills in English.
- Preferred: Experience in Middle Eastern markets or international business environments.
Additional Information
- Your Team and Work Environment: In 1–2 sentences, introduce the team, hotel, or workplace in a way that reflects the culture.
- Note: Adjustments may be made according to specific local or legal requirements, such as work permits.
- Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company, and our goal is to attract, recruit, and develop diverse talent.
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