Head of Global Business Development Food & Beverage (m / f / d)

Bürkert Fluid Control Systems; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in process measuring and control technology seeks a Regional Business Development Manager to oversee the Food & Beverage sector. This role involves strategic leadership, market analysis, and global alignment of business development teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong managerial skills and a relevant degree.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance prioritized

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or marketing at a managerial level.
• Familiarity with the Food & Beverage market.
• Ability to travel as needed (30%).

Responsibilities

• Lead Regional Business Development Managers and develop business strategies.
• Conduct market analysis for the Food & Beverage industry.
• Maintain global revenue and profit margins.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in food technology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Where would you like to shape the success of your future career : Working with a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees as individuals in more than 30 countries? On a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion? If you answer „Yes“ three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance :

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Strategically lead the Regional Business Development Managers (of Food & Beverage) in a dotted-line reporting structure and develop the business development strategy for the Food & Beverage industry
• Oversee global revenue and profit margins for this sector
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, including volume, assessable market, and target customer identification on a global, regional, and local scale
• Develop and manage a three-year business plan for the Food & Beverage industry
• Facilitate global knowledge transfer and best practices across this industry
• Ensure global alignment across regional Food & Beverage business development teams
• Join customer visits and lead projects with strategic important customers
• Identify and address gaps in the market portfolio and conduct competitor analysis together with the Head of Portfolio Management Food & Beverage

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's degree in food technology, or related field; a Master's degree is preferred
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or marketing at a managerial level
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams. Lead by example not top down (dotted lines)
• Familiarity with the Food & Beverage market and ability to adapt to fast-changing environments
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills
• Effective communication and negotiation skills, with a track record of building strong relationships with stakeholders and regional teams
• Ability to travel as needed (30%)

BURKERT CULTURE :

• Burkert employees enjoy an inclusive environment that's open to ideas and innovation for a growing company with opportunities for development. Work life balance is considered a priority with a comprehensive benefits package in place to support your personal and professional life.

Curious? Then we look forward to receiving your application via our online application form.