Sales Director, Data & AI

Sales Director, Data & AILeading global consultancyRiyadh, KSAWe're hiring a senior Sales Director, Data & AI to lead practice growth for a leading global consultancy in Saudi Arabia. You'll own strategic client relationships, win new business and turn advanced technology into clear business outcomes for C-suite clients.The roleOwn annual bookings, revenue and margin targets for the Data & AI practiceDefine and execute the go-to-market strategy across key industries and strategic accountsBuild pipeline through new logos, account expansion and partner-led opportunitiesLead enterprise sales cycles from origination to negotiation and closureAdvise C-suite leaders on data modernisation, cloud, AI and GenAIBuild alliances with cloud providers, technology vendors and ecosystem partnersOrchestrate presales, delivery, legal and finance around each pursuitCoach sales talent and represent the firm at executive eventsYou'll have10+ years in enterprise technology and Data & AI-led salesA proven record of meeting or exceeding demanding targetsSuccess winning strategic new logos and high-value, multiyear dealsStrong knowledge of data engineering, governance, cloud data platforms and AI/GenAIUnderstanding of procurement lifecycles and deal registrationCredibility with C-level executives and procurement leadersSaudi experience (public sector, financial services, telco, healthcare or education)Degree in Engineering, CS or ITFluent Arabic and EnglishWhy this roleOwn the growth of a Data & AI practice in one of the world's fastest-moving digital markets, with the backing of a global firm and a senior seat at the table.