Job Description

About us:

We are a dynamic and rapidly growing safety equipment brand specializing in high-quality personal protective equipment (PPE). With a strong commitment to delivering top-tier safety solutions, we're now expanding our footprint into the UAE market.

As we enter this exciting new chapter, we're looking for a proactive

Sales & Category Manager

to help lead our UAE expansion. This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of our growth--establishing our brand in a new market, building key business relationships, driving B2B sales across diverse sectors, and shaping our expanding PPE product portfolio.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at building relationships, and are passionate about promoting products that make a real difference in workplace safety, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsabilities:

Proactively

generate, qualify, and convert leads

across the UAE PPE market

Own the

entire B2B sales cycle

-- from outreach to closing -- with clients in construction, oil & gas, and industrial sectors

Represent the brand in

client meetings, site visits, trade shows, and industry events

Gather detailed customer requirements and

translate insights into new product opportunities

Lead

category expansion

across gloves, coveralls, helmets, eyewear, footwear, and other PPE lines

Collaborate closely with sourcing and operations teams to ensure

product-market fit

, quality, and timely delivery

Contribute to the development of

technical documentation

, including datasheets, certifications, and sales collateral

Skills & Experience

Minimum 4 years of experience

in the PPE industry (mandatory)

In-depth knowledge of EN safety standards

relevant to PPE,

In-depth knowledge of EN safety standards

(e.g.,

EN ISO 11612

,

EN ISO 20345

)

Proven track record in

B2B sales

, preferably within construction and oil & gas sectors

Strong professional network in the

UAE industrial and safety ecosystem

Experience with

category management

is a strong plus

Highly

self-motivated

, independent, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, startup-style environment

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in

Business, Marketing, Engineering

, or a related field

Additional certifications in

industrial safety, sales, or procurement

are a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

Years of experience in Sales or Category Management? Have you sold PPE products as part of your previous roles? If yes, which types of PPE did you sell, and to which industries or clients? Which PPE product categories do you know well in terms of specifications, certifications, or use-cases? What strategies would you use to establish long-term relationships with corporate clients, government entities, and distributors in the UAE? Can you provide an example of how you've done this in previous roles? (AI generated responses will be rejected) * What is your expected monthly salary?