Business Development Manager - Automotive (relocation to UAE)

GitMax; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing automotive software company is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead client acquisition and relationship management in the UAE. This role involves driving new business, managing the sales cycle, and ensuring client satisfaction post-sale. The ideal candidate has a solid background in B2B sales within the automotive sector and strong communication skills. Flexible working schedule and a supportive team culture are offered.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Base salary with commission

Career development opportunities

Ongoing training from global leadership

Qualifications

• Strong experience in the automotive sector is essential.
• Fluency in Arabic is preferred.
• Experience with C-level stakeholders is a must.

Responsibilities

• Identify and approach prospective B2B clients.
• Lead client onboarding and product implementation.
• Drive the sales cycle from prospecting to deal closure.

Skills

Fluency in English

B2B field sales experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Job description

Overview

We are representing a fast-growing, innovative automotive software company that is reshaping how car dealers and traders manage their operations. With a unique, market-proven product and a global footprint, the company is expanding its presence in the UAE and seeks a Business Development Manager (BDM) to lead client acquisition and relationship management.

This is a high-impact role that combines strategic business development with client training and onboarding, ideal for someone passionate about tech-driven solutions and the automotive industry.

Location: Dubai, UAE

Key Responsibilities

• New Business Development: Identify, target, and approach prospective B2B clients in the UAE automotive market.
• Strategically engage with key decision-makers to present tailored solutions.
• Organize and lead face-to-face or virtual meetings, presentations, and demos.
• Drive the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals.
• Maintain up-to-date records and reporting in CRM systems.

• Client Onboarding & Product Implementation: Act as a product expert and advisor during the onboarding phase.
• Train client teams on product usage, customization, and best practices.
• Gather structured feedback and relay it to the product and support teams.
• Ensure smooth product implementation and client satisfaction post-sale.

Candidate Requirements

• Fluency in English; Arabic is a strong asset.
• Solid experience in B2B field sales in the automotive sector.
• Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and close with C-level stakeholders.
• Experience in car dealership operations or automotive software is a strong advantage.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly self-motivated, well-organized, and results-driven.

What’s On Offer

• Flexible field-based work schedule (5/2) with autonomy.
• Base salary and progressive commission structure.
• Clear career development roadmap with tactical growth opportunities (6-month review cycles).
• Chance to work with a cutting-edge, market-ready SaaS product embraced by the industry.
• Supportive team culture and ongoing training from global leadership.

Ready to accelerate your career in automotive SaaS?

Apply now and become a part of a pioneering team shaping the future of the car dealer tech ecosystem in the UAE.