Summary
Siemens is seeking a Sales Manager to lead sales and business development for the Syrian market, based in Abu Dhabi. The role covers sales strategy, customer and partner relationships, opportunity management, commercial proposals, forecasting, and promotion of medium-voltage, automation, and digitalization solutions. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 10–15 years of relevant techno-commercial experience, including sales across Syria, Iraq, and the Levant. The posting describes a flexible mobile working model of 2–3 days per week.
The posting
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Sales Manager - Syria
Smart Infrastructure, Electrification & Automation (SI EA)
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
At Siemens, we know that our business thrives when our people thrive. That's why we put our people first. Our global and diverse teams are empowered to innovate, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact every day.
Siemens Smart Infrastructure combines the real and digital worlds across energy systems, buildings, and industries. Through our Digital Portfolio, we help customers create buildings and infrastructure that are intuitive, safe, sustainable, and energy-efficient.
Our Electrification & Automation team is driving the future of power distribution and industrial infrastructure. Together with our customers, we are transforming the everyday and building resilient, sustainable communities for generations to come.
We are looking for an experienced Sales Manager to lead business development and sales activities for the Syrian market while being based in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional with strong technical expertise in power distribution, electrification, and automation solutions.
Your Role
As Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving sustainable business growth, building strategic customer relationships, and expanding Siemens' market presence across Syria and the broader Levant region.
Your responsibilities:
Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve ambitious growth targets within the assigned territory.
Drive business development activities with utilities, industrial customers, infrastructure developers, EPC contractors, consultants, and channel partners.
Identify new opportunities and establish strong customer relationships across the Syrian market.
Promote Siemens' portfolio of Medium Voltage (MV) products, systems, automation solutions, and digitalization offerings.
Lead customer engagement throughout the entire sales cycle, from opportunity identification to project award.
Prepare and negotiate commercial and technical proposals in close collaboration with proposal management, engineering, execution, and finance teams.
Build and maintain relationships with local partners and stakeholders in Syria.
Develop customer-specific strategies and account plans to increase market penetration and customer satisfaction.
Evaluate and implement various business models including Joint Ventures (JV), Consortiums, and strategic partnerships based on project requirements.
Ensure accurate forecasting, pipeline management, and reporting through Siemens CRM tools.
Monitor market developments, competitor activities, and industry trends to identify growth opportunities.
Drive customer-centric engagement and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction throughout project execution.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
10-15 years of techno-commercial experience within the power distribution, electrification, or automation industry.
Strong sales experience across the Middle East region, particularly within Syria, Iraq, and the Levant markets.
Proven track record of successfully selling and promoting:
Medium Voltage Switchgear (AIS & GIS)
Protection, Control & Relay Panels
Substation Automation Systems
Communication and SCADA Solutions
Power Distribution Solutions
Other requirements:
Strong knowledge of MV electrical networks, particularly within 11kV to 33kV power distribution systems.
Comprehensive understanding of utility, industrial, and infrastructure market segments.
Experience working with end-users, EPC contractors, consultants, and channel partners.
Knowledge of digitalization, smart grid, automation, and smart infrastructure solutions is highly desirable.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage complex sales opportunities and contract negotiations
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and driven to achieve ambitious growth objectives.
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation capabilities.
Comfortable working in a multicultural and matrix organization.
Adaptable, curious, and open to emerging technologies and innovative business models.
Collaborative team player with a customer-first mindset
We offer you:
Flexible mobile working model (2-3 days per week).
A diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
Meaningful career development opportunities.
Access to global learning and development programs.
The opportunity to work with industry-leading technologies and customers.
A collaborative culture where every individual is valued and empowered to succeed.
Transform the Everyday with Us
If you are passionate about sales, customer engagement, and building the future of power distribution and infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
At Siemens, we are committed to creating an environment where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is embedded, and everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to shape the future? Apply today and join us in transforming the everyday.
Please note: Only complete applications will be considered during the selection process.