Facilities & Commercial Manager

Overview

A luxury property and destination company based in Riyadh is looking for a Facilities & Commercial Manager to handle daily facilities operations and commercial initiatives. This role offers an ideal opportunity for professionals with a background in Facilities Management, Property, Operations, or related fields, combined with strong commercial acumen and relationship management skills.

Key Duties

• Oversee daily operational and facilities management needs of the business.
• Coordinate activities among contractors, suppliers, maintenance, and service teams.
• Ensure all facilities and premises maintain exceptional quality standards.
• Manage and nurture partnerships with tenants, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Seek and develop new commercial opportunities and business ventures.
• Build enduring client and business relations.
• Assist with commercial negotiations, proposals, and contracts.
• Capitalize on opportunities to enhance revenue and foster growth.
• Track and monitor operational expenses to identify improvement areas.
• Collaborate with senior management on commercial and operational projects.
• Provide consistent updates regarding facilities status, commercial activities, and business development efforts.

Candidate Profile

• Preparedness to relocate to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• Between 3 to over 7 years of experience in Facilities Management, Property, Operations, Commercial Management, or Business Development.
• Background in managing facilities, contractors, suppliers, or service providers.
• Experience with business development, sales, account management, or commercial roles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a commercial focus and proactive nature.
• Strong organization, leadership skills, and problem-solving aptitude.
• Able to work proficiently across operational and commercial responsibilities.
• A relevant tertiary education is preferred but not mandatory.

Relocation Support

The company offers relocation assistance to facilitate the candidate's transition from South Africa to Riyadh.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to property or real estate sectors.
• Background in facilities management.
• Experience in commercial property environments.
• Work in retail centers or shopping malls.
• Hospitality or hotel sector experience.
• Familiarity with luxury property or destination management.
• Experience with serviced office spaces or co-working environments.
• Work within property service industries.