Sales Manager / National Brand Manager – Automotive

About the role

The role leads sales and commercial performance for an automotive brand across the UAE, overseeing sales, marketing, vehicle procurement, inventory planning and OEM relationships. It aims to achieve volume, revenue and profitability targets while strengthening market presence.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual sales and brand strategy aligned with business objectives and principal expectations.
• Lead the sales team to ensure market coverage, achieve individual and team targets, and manage dealer operations.
• Prepare sales forecasts, budgets and business plans; manage vehicle ordering and inventory based on demand.
• Maintain effective OEM/principal relationships, conduct business reviews and coordinate product launches and promotions.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and pricing to recommend commercial actions.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of automotive industry experience in the UAE/GCC market.
• Proven track record in achieving sales, revenue and profitability targets.
• Experience managing OEM relationships, vehicle procurement and inventory planning.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Automotive Management or related field; MBA advantageous.

Required skills

• Commercial management
• Sales forecasting
• Marketing coordination
• Inventory planning
• Vehicle procurement
• Principal OEM management
• Automotive sales
• Budgeting
• Brand management