An international company, recognized for its expertise in managing industrial projects and their optimal transition from construction to operation, is currently looking for a Business Development Manager to join the Business Development & Sales team and contribute to the achievement of growth objectives of the Middle East / Africa region.
Main Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute, with assistance and guidance from management, the strategic plan, and initiatives to achieve the Business objectives of the company in the Middle East / Africa region
- Prospecting and cold calling; key accounts management and sales presentations.
- Research, qualify and solicit new contacts and new sales and business development opportunities.
- Plan, develop and organize external meetings, campaigns, seminars, and presentations
- Work on establishing and maintaining excellent relation with clients, partners, and associations at the different levels within the organizations and work on helping clients achieve their business objectives
- Understand client's objectives and challenges and build the approach and solutions to help them succeed.
- Promote the culture, capabilities, and services of the company and explain the benefits and ROI to the clients.
- Represent the company on the market by addressing the needs and requirements of the customer, while ensuring their satisfaction.
- Ensure continuous follow-up with management on progress and account status.
- Support the team in the proper execution of all external marketing campaigns.
- Keep sales tools up to date (CRM, account plans etc.), document progress and increase opportunities within accounts.
- Attend and represent the company at trade shows. Participate in professional associations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or any other relevant fields.
- Candidates must be based in Saudi Arabia.
- 7-10 years of relevant experience in business development and professional services sales to the industrial sector (mining and metals, aluminium, petrochemicals, phosphate, oil and gas, hydroelectricity, etc.)
- English and Arabic, French will be an asset.
- Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.
- Highly motivated, hardworking, and driven to achieve goals.
- Results-oriented with a focus on delivering measurable success.
- Experience in Project Management and good understanding of capital projects life cycle.
- Good knowledge of the local markets with contacts in the Middle East / Africa region.
- Ability to establish contacts and credibility with senior level management decision makers.
- Good knowledge of the Office Suite, mainly PowerPoint, Salesforce.