UAE Key Account & Commercial Development Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates Full-time Sales & Business Development

About the Role

Guildhall is recruiting on behalf of a leading international consumer health and personal care business that is expanding its commercial operations in the UAE. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercial professional with strong UAE retail relationships and experience growing consumer brands across multiple sales channels.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and grow key accounts across pharmacy, modern trade, beauty retail, e-commerce, and quick commerce.
  • Build relationships with buyers and category managers.
  • Open new accounts and secure new product listings.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements, promotions, and trade activities.
  • Manage vendor onboarding, product setup, and launch execution.
  • Drive sales growth through merchandising, promotions, and account development.
  • Monitor forecasting, stock levels, reorders, and sales performance.
  • Support online marketplace execution across platforms such as Amazon and Noon.

Requirements:

  • 5–8 years of UAE experience in FMCG, consumer health, personal care, beauty, or retail.
  • Proven experience managing key accounts across pharmacy, modern trade, beauty, or e-commerce.
  • Strong relationships with UAE buyers and category managers.
  • Track record of opening new accounts and successfully launching new brands or SKUs.
  • Strong commercial negotiation and account management skills.
  • Experience with forecasting, trade promotions, and sales reporting.
  • Valid UAE driving licence.
  • Fluent English (Arabic is an advantage).

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AED 12,000
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