SVP Sales - Educational Book Printing​/Asia

At Mood Group, we’re thrilled to partner with a renowned, leading packaging and print business that has established itself as a key player within the educational publishing sector across the Middle East, Africa, and GCC regions. With a solid reputation for delivering high-quality printed educational materials — including textbooks, syllabus books, and educational resources — our client offers a dynamic and growth-oriented environment that champions excellence, innovation, and sustainable success.

Working with this esteemed organisation opens doors to significant career progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact within the education sector. Join their vibrant team in Dubai and experience a lifestyle that balances a stimulating professional environment with the vibrant cultural and social opportunities of the UAE.

Our client is seeking a proactive and results-driven SVP to spearhead their existing sales efforts outside of the United Arab Emirates, with a focus on expanding their footprint across Africa and Asia. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive sales strategies to target government education departments, ministries, as well as schools, colleges, universities, and educational publishers. Your role will involve building strong, strategic relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and closing deals that align with the company’s growth ambitions.

The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in educational print sales, a thorough understanding of the sector’s key stakeholders, and proven success in delivering measurable results in a competitive environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing targeted sales plans to grow market share within Africa and Asia
• Engaging with government bodies, educational institutions, and publishers to promote the company’s products.
• Managing and nurturing existing client relationships to secure repeat business.
• Providing detailed forecasts, reports, and market insights to senior leadership.
• Collaborating with production and support teams to ensure customer satisfaction and project delivery.

Specific qualifications and experience:

• Proven track record in sales within the educational printing or publishing sector.
• Strong understanding of the educational landscape, including government agencies and academic institutions.
• Demonstrable success in securing large contracts and managing key accounts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently across target regions.
• Relevant degree or professional qualification in sales, marketing, or a related field is preferred.

The successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience in educational or academic print sales, ideally in a B2B environment serving government and institutional clients. They will have a deep understanding of the educational sector’s unique procurement processes and decision-making hierarchies. An educational background, whether through formal qualifications or industry knowledge, will be highly regarded. You will be a confident communicator and a strategic thinker, capable of forging meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Your previous accomplishments should include exceeding sales targets, growing market presence, and developing long-term client partnerships. A proactive attitude, resilience, and the capacity to adapt in a fast-paced environment are essential traits. This role is suited to a dynamic professional ready to take on a leadership position that recognises and rewards results with significant career advancement potential.

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