SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
This position is part of our MEIA Graduate Program. Through this program, you will accelerate your career through personal development plans, local or international assignments, challenging and exciting tasks, and focused training programs.
In this position, we are looking for a candidate who provide administrative and sales support to the sales and marketing team by assisting with inter-department coordination, supporting the team with day-to-day sales transactions, and providing information when required to ensure that customers’ needs are met and the department achieves its Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
This position is based in Dubai – UAE and reports directly to the Sales Manager – Protective Coatings – Jotun MENA in Dubai – UAE.
If you're ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!
Responsibilities
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Provide administration and support to the sales team by assisting with daily related sales activities, handling paperwork, proposals and quotations, tenders, bids, and ad hoc duties to ensure efficient sales support is provided for optimum sales results.
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Coordinate between the Sales Manager, sales personnel, and other internal stakeholders by assisting with communicating and disseminating relevant information.
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Convey any received external inquiries and information effectively to the team.
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Coordinate with Customer Service on price variations, customer inquiries, etc., and assist in updating the system price list.
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Assist in keeping the customer credit file up-to-date.
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Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and performance analyses for management review.
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Ensure prompt follow-up on invoices and payments in collaboration with the finance department.
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Assist in identifying opportunities to enhance customer engagement and sales growth.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Sales or any related field or equivalent
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Minimum of 2 years of experience in the sales department
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English is essential, French and Arabic are an advantage
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Proficiency in CRM software and ERP systems is essential.
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Experience within protective paints and/or industrial coatings is an added advantage.
Personal Qualities
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Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results
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Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively
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Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development
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Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments
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Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results
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Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals
What we offer
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Competitive compensation and benefits.
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Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.
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Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
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Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
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A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
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A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.
POSITION INFORMATION
Company:
Jotun MENA L.L.C
Contract Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):
02.02.2025
WHO WE ARE
Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
Jotun MENA, established in 2008, is the trading arm for Jotun in the MENA region. With a product range spanning four segments (decorative paints, marine, protective and powder coatings) in countries including Iraq, Jordan, Nigeria, Tanzania, Lebanon, Senegal and Ghana, we have established a leading position in the market over the years. We aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the region through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.
Visit our Career Page to know more about life at Jotun.
Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
If you are applying to a position and require any additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this.
If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!
Top Skills
What We Do
Jotun is one of the leading paint manufacturers in the world. With a wide range of products within interior decoration and exterior protection, the Jotun logo can be found in more than 100 countries.
The company was founded in Sandefjord, Norway in 1926. The fonder Odd Gleditsch Sr. had witnessed whaling boats rusting away in the Antarctic. He quickly discovered the penguins; these caring creatures that overcame the toughest weather conditions. The penguin soon became Jotun’s official symbol and ambassador of the company’s values: Loyalty, Care, Respect, and Boldness.
Almost a century later, our mission remains the same: “Jotun Protects Property”. Jotun has grown into a multi-national company widely renown for high-quality paints and coatings. The Jotun Group consists of 67 companies and 40 production facilities across the world, and the more than 10.200 employees are united by a strong company culture, The Penguin Spirit.
For more information, visit our company site at www.jotun.com or our career site at jotun.com/career
