Sales Representative

Company Description Ridgewood, a joint venture between Hassan Allam Holding and Almar Water Solutions, is a leading company in water desalination and power generation with more than 23 years of industry experience. Established in 1998, Ridgewood Egypt was previously a subsidiary of Ridgewood Capital (USA) and is recognized as a pioneer in Build, Own, Operate (BOO) water desalination facilities. It is the only company in the water desalination sector to earn the ISO 9001:2008 certification, reflecting its commitment to quality and operational excellence. Ridgewood delivers turnkey projects, operates and maintains desalination plants, and develops BOO desalination and power generation plants using advanced power-saving technologies. Team members contribute to sustainable water and energy solutions that support communities and businesses across the region.
Role Description The Sales Representative is a full-time, on-site role based in Sharm El Sheikh. This role is responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities for Ridgewood's water desalination and power generation solutions, including turnkey projects and O&M/BOO facilities. Day-to-day tasks include prospecting and qualifying leads, conducting client meetings and site visits, preparing proposals and quotations, and managing the sales pipeline from initial contact through contract negotiation and closing. The Sales Representative collaborates closely with technical and operations teams to understand project requirements, tailor solutions to customer needs, and ensure accurate and timely information is provided to clients. The role also involves maintaining ongoing relationships with existing customers, monitoring market trends and competitors, and reporting sales activities and forecasts to management.
Qualifications

• Strong sales and business development skills, including lead generation, opportunity qualification, and closing deals.
• Experience in client relationship management, customer service, and stakeholder communication, preferably in industrial or infrastructure sectors.
• Basic understanding of water desalination, power generation, or related engineering solutions, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear commercial proposals.
• Proficiency in preparing proposals, quotations, and sales presentations, with solid negotiation and contract discussion capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• Comfort working on-site in Sharm El Sheikh, including regular field visits, client meetings, and coordination with operations teams.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet sales targets in a structured, process-driven environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred; equivalent practical experience will be considered.
• Prior experience in utilities, energy, construction, or water treatment sales is a plus.