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AHS

Automated fulfillment and distribution systems integrator

Vice President - Sales

Full-Time
No salary listed
Expert
Bachelor's, MBA
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
In Person
Sales & Account ManagementAccount Executive

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Real Estate, or a related field.
  • At least 15 years of real estate sales experience, including at least 7 years leading large sales teams at senior management level.
  • A proven track record leading multi-layered sales organizations, including heads of sales and sales managers, for a premium or luxury developer in Dubai or the UAE.
  • Demonstrated success launching and selling out off-plan and ready projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of the Dubai property market, Dubai Land Department and RERA regulations, escrow rules, and anti-money laundering and know-your-customer requirements.
  • A strong network of brokers, agencies, and high-net-worth clients in the UAE.
  • An MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification.
  • Experience in ultra-luxury, branded residences, or waterfront developments.
  • Fluency in Arabic and English; additional languages are an advantage.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and deliver the annual and multi-year sales strategy for all AHS projects, aligned with the company's business plan and launch pipeline.
  • Set annual, quarterly, and monthly targets for sales value, units, and collections, and cascade them to each Head of Sales and Sales Manager.
  • Define the go-to-market approach for each project launch, including phasing, inventory release, pricing strategy, and channel mix.
  • Prepare the sales budget, headcount plan, and commission structure for CEO approval.
  • Own company-wide sales results and deliver agreed revenue, unit, and collection targets.
  • Hold Heads of Sales accountable for their team targets through weekly pipeline reviews, monthly performance reviews, and clear action plans.
  • Monitor conversion rates, sales velocity, cancellations, and collections, and take corrective action where performance falls short.
  • Approve discounts, payment plan variations, and special deal terms within the delegation of authority, and escalate exceptions to the CEO.
  • Work with the CEO, Finance, and Development teams on pricing, payment plans, and inventory release to maximize value and sales velocity.
  • Provide market and buyer feedback on unit mix, layouts, specifications, and amenities for upcoming projects.
  • Track competitor launches, pricing, and incentives, and recommend responses.
  • Build and manage AHS's channels, including direct sales, the broker and agency network, VIP and private clients, and corporate or bulk buyers.
  • Approve broker partnerships, commission structures, and channel policies in coordination with Finance and Legal.
  • Personally lead negotiations with ultra-high-net-worth clients, VIP buyers, and high-value or multi-unit transactions.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the five Heads of Sales and, through them, the 25 Sales Managers and their teams.
  • Set the sales organization's structure, roles, KPIs, and career paths, and plan succession for key positions.
  • Work with HR on recruitment, onboarding, training, performance appraisals, and retention across the sales organization.
  • Build a high-performance, ethical sales culture that reflects AHS's ultra-luxury brand standards.
  • Ensure a consistent, premium customer journey from enquiry through reservation, SPA signing, and handover.
  • Work with Customer Relations, Marketing, and the sales gallery team so that every client interaction meets AHS brand standards.
  • Oversee resolution of escalated client complaints and sales-related disputes.
  • Work with the Marketing team on launch campaigns, events, and lead-generation plans, and agree lead targets and quality standards.
  • Ensure leads are distributed fairly and followed up promptly, and measure return on marketing spend by channel.
  • Ensure full CRM discipline across the sales organization, with accurate pipeline, activity, and deal records.
  • Deliver weekly sales dashboards and monthly and quarterly reports to the CEO on sales, collections, pipeline, forecasts, and team performance.
  • Provide accurate sales and cash-flow forecasts to support Finance and project funding decisions.
  • Ensure all sales activity complies with Dubai Land Department and RERA regulations, escrow requirements, advertising permits, and broker licensing rules.
  • Ensure know-your-customer, source-of-funds, and anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism checks are completed before reservation, in line with UAE requirements.
  • Enforce the company's delegation of authority, pricing and discount controls, commission policy, code of conduct, and conflict-of-interest rules.

About the company

AHS is a full-service integrator of automated fulfillment and distribution systems, serving 3PL providers, eCommerce, retail, wholesale, food and beverage, and healthcare. It designs and implements warehouse operations using automated equipment, software, and controls to streamline picking, packing, and shipping. As a division of Hy-Tek Material Handling, AHS leverages decades of experience and strong partner relationships to deliver end-to-end solutions that connect people, processes, and technology. What sets AHS apart is its long track record (45 years), deep cross-industry expertise, and commitment to meeting and exceeding customer expectations through collaborative implementation and reliable service. Its goal is to help clients improve efficiency, accuracy, and throughput in their fulfillment and distribution operations.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Erlanger, Kentucky

Founded

1973

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What believers are saying

  • AHS signed U Phu Quoc on 2 February 2026, adding a 2029 beachfront resort.
  • AHS added Lang Co Beach Resort in Vietnam on 5 June 2026, expanding its pipeline.
  • AHS reported new Egypt and Thailand leadership appointments in August 2026, signaling active regional scaling.

What critics are saying

  • AHS lacks public financial disclosure, making 2026 cash generation and leverage impossible to verify.
  • Hotel openings in Phu Quoc for 2029 and Egypt in 2026 create execution risk.
  • AHS depends on third-party owners; deal slippage or owner distress can quickly cancel growth.

What makes AHS unique

  • Absolute Hotel Services uses an asset-light management and branding model across Asia, MEA, and India.
  • AHS launched Absolute Culinary Collective on 3 December 2025 to differentiate hotel dining.
  • AHS keeps promoting internal operators like Wayne Woods and Napan J. Khumbute during expansion.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours