Senior Business Development Manager
Trust Technical Services LLC
Role:Company Description Trust Technical Services (TTS) is a leading provider of AI, advanced automation and IT solutions for major industries worldwide, including manufacturing, energy, transportation, and consumer and retail sectors. The company delivers end-to-end services ranging from Digtialization/IT master plan studies to full implementation of AI solutions, Operations Intelligence, and Enterprise deployments. TTS also offers a broad portfolio of information technology and business process outsourcing services that support clients’ operational efficiency and digital transformation. In addition to its implementation expertise, TTS has the innovative Operations Intelligence software suite designed for intrinsic integration, modularity, scalability, and extensive functional coverage. Joining TTS provides exposure to complex, high-impact projects and cutting-edge industrial technology solutions.
Enterprise Software Sales | AI Solutions | Digital TransformationLocation: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Experience: 10+ Years
Industry: Enterprise Software, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation & IT Solutions
Position Level: Senior Management
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced, commercially driven Senior Business Development Manager to accelerate the growth of our enterprise software, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation business across the UAE.
The ideal candidate will have an exceptional track record in enterprise software sales, an established network of senior decision-makers, and demonstrated success in independently originating, developing, and closing high-value technology contracts.
This is a revenue-generating leadership position requiring a proven business developer capable of opening new enterprise accounts, developing strategic client relationships, navigating complex procurement cycles, and consistently delivering ambitious sales targets.
Experience selling AI-powered solutions, enterprise applications, industrial software, analytics platforms, and digital transformation solutions to major UAE organizations will be a significant advantage.
Key Responsibilities1. Enterprise Software & AI Solutions Sales
Drive new business acquisition for enterprise software, AI-powered solutions, analytics platforms, and digital transformation technologies.
Identify, develop, negotiate, and close high-value enterprise software and technology contracts.
Lead the complete sales lifecycle, from prospecting and opportunity qualification through demonstrations, proposals, commercial negotiations, and contract closure.
Develop opportunities for AI, computer vision, video analytics, operational intelligence, predictive analytics, enterprise applications, and industrial digitalization.
Manage complex enterprise sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders, technical evaluations, proof-of-concepts (POCs), and procurement processes.
Convert successful pilots and initial deployments into enterprise-wide rollouts, software licensing agreements, and long-term commercial relationships.
Collaborate with technical, product, and presales teams to develop compelling business cases, solution proposals, and commercial offerings.
New Business Development & Strategic Accounts
Independently identify, approach, and acquire new enterprise customers across the UAE.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, IT Directors, Digital Transformation Leaders, and senior business executives.
Leverage an established professional network to generate qualified opportunities and accelerate access to enterprise decision-makers.
Develop strategic accounts within Oil & Gas, Energy, Utilities, Manufacturing, Government, and large private-sector organizations.
Identify expansion opportunities within existing accounts through cross-selling, upselling, and enterprise-scale deployments.
Build strategic partnerships with technology vendors and solution providers to expand the company's software portfolio and market reach.
Commercial & Revenue Ownership
Take direct ownership of annual software sales and new business revenue targets.
Develop and maintain a strong, qualified sales pipeline.
Negotiate software licensing, subscription, SaaS, perpetual license, implementation, and support agreements.
Structure commercially attractive deals while protecting gross margins and profitability.
Manage RFPs, RFQs, tenders, contract negotiations, and enterprise procurement processes.
Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, opportunity reports, and revenue projections.
Ensure effective commercial handover to delivery teams following contract award.
Complementary IT Services Opportunities
Identify opportunities for technology consulting, software implementation, IT managed services, and specialized technical resources within strategic accounts.
Support the development of long-term professional services and recurring revenue agreements where these complement enterprise software opportunities.
Collaborate with internal delivery and recruitment teams to address related customer requirements.
The primary focus of this position is enterprise software and technology solutions sales, not manpower recruitment or staffing services.
Mandatory RequirementsExperience & Sales Track Record
Minimum 10 years of proven experience in enterprise technology and software sales.
Minimum 5 years of relevant sales experience within the UAE market.
Demonstrated success selling enterprise software, AI solutions, digital transformation platforms, or complex IT solutions.
Proven individual annual software sales achievement exceeding USD 2 million .
Strong, verifiable history of personally originating, developing, negotiating, and closing enterprise software contracts.
Demonstrated ability to acquire new enterprise customers independently rather than relying exclusively on existing accounts or inbound opportunities.
Established professional network and active relationships with senior technology and business decision-makers within the UAE.
Experience managing complex enterprise sales cycles, technical evaluations, POCs, RFPs, and multimillion-dirham contracts.
Strong commercial understanding of software licensing models, pricing, margins, contract structures, and recurring revenue.
Excellent executive communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building capabilities.
Ability to operate independently, take full ownership of revenue targets, and consistently deliver measurable commercial results.
Highly Preferred Qualifications
Proven enterprise technology sales experience with major Oil & Gas operators, energy companies, utilities, government-related entities, or industrial enterprises.
Existing relationships with senior IT, operational technology, innovation, and digital transformation decision-makers.
Experience selling AI, computer vision, video analytics, predictive analytics, industrial software, or operational intelligence solutions.
Demonstrated success converting software POCs and pilot projects into large-scale enterprise deployments.
Experience securing multimillion-dirham software licensing agreements, enterprise-wide implementations, or long-term framework agreements.
Previous employment with recognized enterprise software vendors, technology companies, systems integrators, or digital transformation consulting firms.
Ideal Candidate ProfileWe are looking for a proven enterprise software dealmaker, not simply an account manager.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
A strong hunter mentality with the ability to independently generate and close new enterprise software business.
A well-established UAE network that can translate into qualified commercial opportunities.
Confidence engaging C-level executives and influencing strategic technology investment decisions.
The ability to understand complex technology offerings and translate technical capabilities into measurable business value.
Strong experience navigating lengthy enterprise sales cycles and complex procurement environments.
A commercially driven mindset focused on profitable revenue, not simply contract value.
A consistent history of meeting or exceeding ambitious annual software sales targets.
High levels of initiative, personal accountability, persistence, and ownership of results.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Performance will be evaluated based on:
Annual software sales bookings, recognized revenue, and gross profit.
Value of new enterprise software and AI contracts personally secured.
New enterprise customers acquired.
Qualified software sales pipeline development and conversion rates.
Successful conversion of POCs and pilot projects into commercial deployments.
Growth in recurring software licensing, subscription, and support revenue.
Expansion of strategic enterprise accounts and long-term customer relationships.
CompensationCompetitive senior management salary + performance-based sales commission.
An attractive compensation package will be offered to candidates with a verifiable track record of generating substantial enterprise software and technology revenue within the UAE.
Performance-based incentives will be aligned with new business acquisition, software sales achievement, and commercial profitability.
Application RequirementsInterested candidates should submit their CV along with a brief summary of their personal commercial achievements, including:
Individual annual software sales achievements over the past three years.
The three largest enterprise software or technology contracts personally originated and closed, including approximate deal values and their specific contribution.
Types of software solutions and technologies successfully sold.
Key industries and types of enterprise accounts managed.
Experience converting software pilots into commercial deployments or enterprise-wide rollouts.
Only candidates with a strong, verifiable enterprise software sales track record and established UAE enterprise relationships will be shortlisted.
