Business Development Officer (Corporate Sales)

Floward; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in online flowers and gifting seeks a Business Development Officer to support its corporate sales strategy. The position involves identifying new business opportunities, supporting lead generation efforts, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective sales operations. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and have experience in sales support or business development.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in sales support or business development.
• Exposure to B2B, e-commerce, or gifting sectors is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying potential B2B clients and outreach initiatives.
• Support in preparing proposals and maintaining accurate sales records.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients and coordinate with internal teams.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Proactive Attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM Tools

Job description

Job Title:

Business Development Officer (Corporate Sales)

Grade:

GS/A (Level 2)

Department:

Business Development

Job Purpose:

The Business Development Officer supports the company’s corporate sales strategy by identifying new business opportunities, assisting in lead generation, and coordinating the preparation of client proposals. This role contributes to expanding the company’s corporate client base and ensuring smooth sales operations to drive revenue and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Generation & Client Outreach

• Assist in identifying potential B2B clients through research and market analysis.
• Support outreach initiatives, including cold calling, emailing, and social media messaging to qualify leads.
• Maintain a prospecting list and follow up regularly to keep the pipeline active.

Proposal & Sales Support

• Assist in preparing proposals, quotations, and presentations tailored to client requirements.
• Help coordinate follow-ups on submitted proposals to monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales-related documentation.

Client Coordination & Internal Liaison

• Serve as a point of contact for basic client inquiries and support their day-to-day needs.
• Liaise with the operations and marketing teams to ensure service delivery aligns with client expectations.
• Keep updated records of client communications and interactions.

Sales Reporting & Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate CRM data and update sales trackers.
• Assist in preparing regular sales activity reports for review.
• Gather client feedback post-delivery to help improve future services.

Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience in sales support, business development, or a related field.
• Exposure to B2B, e-commerce, or gifting sectors is an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Familiarity with CRM tools is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and eager to learn.

About Floward:

Founded in 2017, Floward is an online flowers and gifting company; we pride ourselves in creating a seamless experience for our customers and making sending flowers and gifts as enjoyable as receiving them. We source our flowers daily from the best growers and farmers around the world to create one of a kind stunning arrangements and plants that fit every occasion. We also partner with local and international brands to offer a wide range of gifts including chocolate, perfumes, cakes and more, coupled with our arrangements to create the perfect gift. Operating in 36 cities in nine countries across the MENA region and UK, we guarantee same-day delivery across the board through our own refrigerated fleet to ensure our arrangements arrive fresh to the customer.

Website

https://www.floward.co