Strategic Account Manager - Chemicals, Materials, and Nutrition

About The RoleFrost & Sullivan is a leading global growth consulting firm with a team of 1600+ employees in 45 offices worldwide. With over 64 years of consulting experience, and services spread over 12 industry verticals, offering a wide spectrum of research, advisory and consulting services to Fortune 500 companies, regional conglomerates, governmental and non-governmental agencies, and the investment community across the world.We are seeking a committed and experienced Strategic Account Manager (SAM) to join our Customer Engagement team in Saudi Arabia, with a primary focus on the Chemicals, Materials, and Nutrition (CMN) industry. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with a dynamic market that is rapidly evolving, fueled by growth opportunities in both government and private sectors.The successful SAM will play a pivotal role in identifying and contacting potential new clients within the CMN industry, assessing their industry-specific needs, and generating demand for Frost & Sullivan's diverse offerings tailored to this sector. The SAM will need to effectively prioritise and target specific accounts, create comprehensive account plans, and execute them effectively. The primary objective will be to generate revenue and consistently meet performance targets by cultivating strong client relationships within the CMN space and effectively positioning Frost & Sullivan’s services and deliverables.ResponsibilitiesIdentify and reach out to potential new clients within the Chemicals, Materials, and Nutrition (CMN) industry in Saudi Arabia.Assess industry-specific needs and requirements of potential clients in Saudi Arabia.Generate demand for Frost & Sullivan's diverse offerings tailored to the CMN sector.Prioritize and target specific accounts for strategic engagement.Develop comprehensive account plans and execute them effectively.Position Frost & Sullivan’s services and deliverables effectively within the CMN market.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of client needs and service deliveryConsistently achieve revenue targets and performance metrics.Effectively manage the sales pipeline to track opportunities and provide accurate revenue forecasts.Maintain accurate records of client interactions and sales activities in the CRM system.Competencies And QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of experience in sales or account management, preferably within the Chemicals, Materials, and Nutrition (CMN) industry in Saudi Arabia.Proven track record of achieving results in B2B sales and business development utilising a consultative sales approach in Saudi Arabia, preferably within the Chemicals, Materials, and Nutrition (CMN) industry.Excellent verbal and written communication style, with a creative and innovative flair.Strong relationship-building skills, with experience in engaging stakeholders at various levels.Bilingual in English and Arabic.Established direct contacts and networks within the CMN industry in Saudi Arabia, facilitating access to potential clients and market insights.Ability to meet or exceed personal sales targets consistently and report accurate sales and pipeline data on time.Familiarity with CRM tools for managing sales activities, tracking opportunities, and maintaining client records.