Commercial Account Executive (Saudi Arabia)

Regional Sales Manager - Middle East Reports to: VP of Sales, EMEA Based in: Saudi Arabia Responsibilities: * Design and execute a strategic business development plan based on the 2026 strategy to expand the customer base and ensure a dominant presence in the Middle East. * Own the full sales cycle, from opening  new doors to  prospecting and high-impact presentations to negotiating complex contracts and closing high-value deals ($250k–$5M+). * Expand business revenue in key verticals across the region including Location-Based Experience (LBX), Theme Entertainment, TV/Broadcast, Film, Esports, and Corporate. * Leverage a strong ecosystem of existing and new System Integrators (SIs), and direct partners to unlock new fixed-installation and Giga-project opportunities. * Liaise and influence key management and stakeholders and build credibly at all levels, including C-suite, Technical Directors, Government Officials, and Senior Principals. * Partner with Solutions Design, Creative & Professional Services and Marketing teams to organise demos and targeted campaigns that address the needs of the fixed-installation market. * Produce accurate monthly/quarterly forecasts and manage a robust pipeline using Salesforce and Clari. * Strong commercial Acumen, to work with Rev Ops, Legal & Finance teams to manage quotes, SOW documentation, and pricing for end-to-end project delivery Skills and Experience: * 6+ years in direct, complex, solution-led selling with a focus on high-value, long-cycle deals. * Deep understanding of KSA and Middle East culture, including the Giga-project ecosystem and ways of working. * Experience selling technology such as AV, LED, media servers, or immersive designs into at least one key vertical (excluding live events). * Expert in structured consultative selling  * Strong proficiency in Salesforce and data-driven decision-making - experience with Pandadoc, Clari, or PowerBI is desirable. * Exceptional negotiation and presentation skills - multi-lingual (Arabic/English) is preferred. * Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 40%) across the region to visit project sites and partners. * A proactive, high-energy "self-starter" with a winning mindset and strong attention to detail. About Disguise Disguise is the industry-leading platform sitting at the heart of a new era of visual experiences. One powerful integrated system of software, hardware and services to help create the next dimension of real-time spectacle. We partner with the biggest entertainment brands and companies in the world to deliver the A-list of live music events, live TV broadcasts, immersive experiences, installations, theatre, film and TV production, corporate communications and brand product launches. Working with Disney, Snapchat, Netflix, ESPN, the Burj Khalifa, and Adele, Disguise is the number one partner delivering the next dimension of entertainment.    Don’t Disguise your differences. Innovation comes from everyone. We strive to create a workplace that reflects our diverse audience. We celebrate our people for their full authentic selves, and embrace uniqueness. Inclusion and Equity matter at Disguise. We create together and we create everywhere.    Our values * Honest. We are real with ourselves and our clients and share our ideas with openness and transparency.  * Evolutionary. We innovate using our user’s ever-changing needs so our technology remains ahead-of-the-game. * Fearless. We take the best path, not the easiest, and innovate where it’s right, not where it’s simplest. * Resilience. We don’t give up until we find the right solution, even if it means going outside our remit. * Belong.  We create an environment where everyone feels like they belong and is empowered to do their best work.   Our benefits * We have a suite of globally relevant competitive benefits packages as we want to make sure we retain the best talent out there. Our benefits for every perm hire, globally include: * Unlimited Paid Time Off - with minimum time you must take set at 20% above statutory * Hybrid working between home and our offices (dependent on role and location) * Mental health and wellbeing support - subscription to the Calm app, mental health first-aid buddies, employee assistance programmes * Gig allowance - £400 (or local equivalent) to spend on tickets every year to immerse yourself in our industries * Belonging policies -  including (but not limited to) support for Parental, Fertility, Miscarriage, Menopause and Transitioning * Training, coaching & mentoring

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI. What Is The Role Elastic, the Search Analytics company, is seeking a dynamic Mid-Market Account Executive. To excel as an Account Executive at Elastic, you need a blend of high-level technical curiosity and the gravitas of a value-based seller. Because Elastic isn't just a "product" but a versatile search, observability, and security platform, the role requires moving beyond simple transactions to solving complex data problems. We are seeking a Mid-Market Account Executive dedicated to 100% net-new revenue generation. In this role, you will own the full sales cycle—from cold outreach to close—focused entirely on acquiring new logos in an assigned territory. If you excel at navigating new organizations and demonstrating the value of advanced search technology to stakeholders, this is your opportunity to drive our next phase of growth. What You Will Be Doing * Drive Adoption: Fuel the adoption of Elastic’s AI-powered search solutions, Observability and Security solutions within new Mid-Market accounts while deepening engagement with existing ones. * Be a Trusted Advisor: Assist users and customers in harnessing the full power of search analytics to transform data into actionable insights. * Domain & cloud acumen: Position Elastic as the Search AI platform of choice by speaking fluently about cloud economics, usage-based pricing, and modern data architectures. * Solve Complex Problems: Move beyond simple transactions to address the intricate data challenges our customers face. * Champion Open Source: Articulate the value of our advanced commercial features while advocating for our Open-Source offerings. * Identify New Use Cases: Showcase how Elastic’s solutions enable users to work more efficiently and intelligently. * Strategic Planning: Develop comprehensive business plans leveraging community, customer, and partner ecosystems to drive significant territory growth. * Navigate Sales Cycles: Proactively identify new opportunities and successfully manage complex sales cycles. * Deep discovery & qualification: Uncover pain, business impact, budget, and decision criteria using frameworks like MEDDPICC so you chase only the highest-confidence deals. * Cross-functional partnership: Work hand-in-glove with Solutions Architects, Customer Success, Marketing, and RevOps to accelerate deals and drive exceptional customer outcomes. What You Bring * The Right Blend: A combination of high-level technical curiosity and the grit of a value-based seller. * Proven Track Record: Success in SaaS subscription sales in Mid -Market accounts, evidenced by overachievement. * Mindset: Pure focus on acquiring new logos with a record to prove it.  * Value Storytelling: The ability to craft tailored narratives that link Elastic’s technical capabilities (Search, Observability, Security) to measurable business outcomes like revenue gain or risk mitigation is critical. * Executive negotiation & closing: Lead high-stakes contract and pricing discussions * Technical & cloud fluency: Comfortable discussing a broad range of technical topics including security, observability, vector/traditional search, and cloud cost optimization. * Relationship Building: Adept at establishing credibility with both technical developers and executive leadership. * Mutual deal strategy & forecast accuracy: Consistent, predictable and accurate sales forecasting skills. Collaborate with customers to build formal close plans and keep your CRM up to date. * Ability to create alignment across teams to accelerate deals * AI Mindset: Use new technologies for performance advantage and deal structuring * Open-Source Appreciation: Enthusiasm for the Open-Source model and the community relying on our solutions   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do. We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. * Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary * Health coverage for you and your family in many locations * Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles * Generous number of vacation days each year * Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service * Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love * Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co. We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission. 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