Overview Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career. At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day. Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role. Responsibilities This position is responsible for the execution of MSA’s FP Systems and Solutions Sales strategy in MEAIRR and related product, sales development, and “go to market” tactics. This position will drive a consistent regional approach and methodology for our sales initiatives across the FP business development spectrum. This position is responsible for building a comprehensive business (Constructions Sector - Fall Protection Solutions) in Saudi Arabia, and growing our position into a market share leader, among the major construction project. In this role, the incumbent will focus on driving strategic opportunities with key focus on the strategic end-users while clearly communicating MSA’s value proposition. Develop, drive and increase sales Develop and implement a sales strategy/plan for growing MSA’s products into Saudi Arabia Identify new business opportunities and ways of penetrating target markets Develop strategic relationships with targeted customers through a direct interface Manage interactions with current and future customers Develop and implement a strategic accounts sales process Develop a strategic pipeline for strategic accounts and target them as opportunities for growth Develop a standardized process for selling the vision of MSA to strategic partners as a key driver for growth Develop and foster deep relationships with key influencers for strategic accounts Grow market share by identifying opportunities to obtain competitive conversions and new growth within the Fall Protection market, segments such as Aerospace, OGP, Utilities, Petrochemical, and Construction, while working across KSA to grow integrator network revenues. Market Training and Execution Collaborate with MSA’s training departments to ensure Sales and Marketing leadership, Field Sales teams and Customer service departments have adequate knowledge of product for target markets to successfully execute our strategy. Deliver product sales training to end clients, Channel partner sales organizations and Integrators. Deliver ‘Lunch and Learns’ to key specifiers and influencers covering the importance of FP and compliance with relevant Standards / Regulations Identify opportunities for other Functions within the MSA organization Having a high level of product knowledge across ranges Identify and exploit key opportunities to ‘cross sell’ other MSA products and services Maintain day to day contact with other MSA sales associates to ensure effective communication, drive sales efficiency and maximize sales revenue per sales visit made. Qualifications Experience (required): 3+ years of sales experience / key account management Strong understanding of current industry technical standards and practices Proven business development and account management track record Experience in developing business with End Users and regional partners Experience in building, maintaining and growing customer networks Experience in developing and executing successful sales and go to market strategies Experience in building, maintaining and growing customer networks Experience in developing and executing successful sales and go to market strategies Safety Industry Experience Project Sales Expertise Excellent communication skills in English Ability to communicate on all levels Ability to work independently and systematically Ability to meet deadlines through good time management and allocation of priorities Experience (preferred): Industry knowledge Background in Construction & Project Sales with key contacts still active Education: Bachelor/ Master degree in related field Travel: More than 70% of the time