Senior Sales Engineer

Senior Sales Engineer – Industrial Chemicals & Process Solutions

Location: Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Salary: SAR 20,000/month

Experience: 5-8 years

About the Company

Our client is a leading regional player in the chemical distribution and process solutions industry, with a strong presence across the Middle East. Headquartered in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, they specialize in delivering high-performance chemical products and technical services to the oil and gas, petrochemical, refining, and industrial sectors. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, they partner with global manufacturers to bring advanced solutions to the region’s most critical industries.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Sales Engineer with deep technical expertise and a proven track record in the Saudi Arabian market. The ideal candidate will have a background in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry and extensive experience in selling adsorbents, catalysts, molecular sieves, ion exchange resins, and gas purification solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development and Sales Growth

• Develop and implement sales strategies to grow market share in Saudi Arabia

• Identify and engage key clients in oil and gas, refining, petrochemical, and mining sectors

• Build strong relationships with plant operations, procurement, and technical teams

• Lead contract negotiations, pricing, and tender submissions

Technical Sales and Product Expertise

• Provide expert consultation on:

• Molecular sieves, adsorbents, and co-catalysts

• Regenerative catalysts and bed supports

• Activated alumina, PSA systems, and contaminant removal

• Gas purification, sulphur removal, and amine systems

• Ion exchange resins, activated clays, and thermic fluids

• Collaborate with client engineering teams to recommend optimal solutions

Market Research and Strategy

• Conduct market analysis and identify growth opportunities

• Liaise with global manufacturing partners to expand product reach

• Monitor competitor activity and develop differentiation strategies

Customer Support and After-Sales

• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations

• Support product testing, troubleshooting, and performance evaluations

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through ongoing support

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

• 8–12 years of experience in technical sales within the Saudi industrial sector

Skills and Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of process chemistry and separation technologies

• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

• Familiarity with major clients such as Saudi Aramco, SABIC, and others

• Proficiency in CRM tools and sales reporting

• Willingness to travel across Saudi Arabia