Company Description Al-Tuhoo General Trading & Contracting Co. is a Kuwait-based company with roots dating back to the 1950s, when it began as a supplier of canned foods and beverages and was officially registered with the Ministry of Commerce in 1956. Over the decades, the company expanded beyond foodstuffs into real estate, construction, and trading building materials, becoming a key player in Kuwait’s construction materials industry. Today, Al-Tuhoo imports building materials and related products from leading international brands across Germany, England, Italy, Korea, China, Taiwan, Switzerland, and more. The company represents major global names such as Pattex-Henkel, Polybit, Kendo, Interway, Bartoline, and others, while also maintaining a strong presence in the tea market with brands like Premier Tea and Golden Arrow-Finlays. Al-Tuhoo continues to grow, focusing on quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships in the Kuwaiti market.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role located in Shuwaikh for a Building Materials and Paints Sales professional. The role focuses on selling construction materials, paints, and related products to contractors, developers, retailers, and individual customers, ensuring that customer needs are matched with appropriate product solutions. Day-to-day tasks include greeting and advising customers, presenting product features and benefits, preparing quotations, processing orders, and coordinating with the warehouse and logistics teams for timely delivery. The position also involves maintaining product displays, monitoring stock levels, and following up on leads and inquiries to achieve sales targets. The team member will collaborate with sales management, participate in product training, and stay updated on new materials, paints, and application methods to provide accurate, professional guidance to customers.
Qualifications
* Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to effectively interact with clients, understand their needs, and provide clear, courteous support.
* Candidates should possess proven Sales skills, including the ability to identify opportunities, present solutions, and close deals in a competitive construction materials and paints market.
* Candidates should possess Sales Management and Training skills to help organize sales activities, support team performance, and participate in or deliver product and sales training when needed.
* Candidates should ideally have experience in building materials, paints, or related construction products, with knowledge of technical specifications and practical applications.
* Candidates should have basic proficiency in using sales or inventory systems, strong numeracy for pricing and quotations, and the ability to work on-site in Shuwaikh in a fast-paced environment.
* A high school diploma or equivalent is required; additional education in business, marketing, or engineering-related fields is an advantage. Fluency in Arabic and working knowledge of English are considered beneficial.
