Sales Manager - Iraq

About the role

Anker Innovations, a global leader in consumer electronics, is expanding into Iraq and is looking for a results-driven Sales Manager to lead its growth in the region. The role builds and executes Anker's sales strategy in the local market, develops distribution channels, manages key retail and wholesale partners, leads sales performance and grows brand presence across the country. It is a hands-on leadership position suited to someone who knows the Iraqi consumer electronics market well.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the sales strategy and annual sales plan for Anker products in Iraq.
• Identify, onboard and manage distributors, wholesalers, retailers and key accounts across the country.
• Build strong relationships with channel partners to drive sell-in and sell-out performance.
• Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and pricing to spot opportunities and threats.
• Lead, coach and develop a local sales team as the business grows.
• Plan and support in-store promotions, retail activations and marketing campaigns.
• Manage the sales forecast, budget and P&L for the region.
• Ensure brand standards, merchandising and product availability at retail level.
• Provide regular reporting and insights to regional leadership.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or a related field.
• 5+ years of sales or business development experience, preferably in consumer electronics, mobile accessories or FMCG.
• Proven track record of managing distribution channels and key accounts.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead a sales team.
• Strong existing network in the Iraqi retail and distribution market is a major plus.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is required (Kurdish is a plus).
• Willingness to travel frequently across Iraq.

Required skills

• Excellent negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Results-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Excel; CRM experience preferred.

What we offer

• The opportunity to lead and shape Anker's growth in a new market.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Career development within a fast-growing global brand.
• A dynamic, entrepreneurial and collaborative work environment.