Growth Director - Automotive Partnerships & Strategy

Syarah; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital car buying platform is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead strategic growth initiatives in the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business development and partnerships, particularly within the Saudi Arabian market. Responsibilities include defining growth strategies, expanding new car sales, and developing financial partnerships. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English, and a solid understanding of the automotive ecosystem. This role offers the opportunity to drive impactful change in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or automotive leadership.
• Deep understanding of the automotive ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.
• Proven track record of executive negotiations and complex deal-making.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the company’s growth strategy across markets.
• Lead the expansion of the new car sales vertical.
• Establish and grow relationships with banks and finance companies.
• Lead cross-departmental initiatives to support growth.
• Develop strategic dashboards and reporting systems to track KPIs.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Business development

Negotiation

Financial acumen

Bilingual in Arabic and English

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or Automotive Management

MBA

Job description

A digital car buying platform is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead strategic growth initiatives in the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business development and partnerships, particularly within the Saudi Arabian market. Responsibilities include defining growth strategies, expanding new car sales, and developing financial partnerships. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English, and a solid understanding of the automotive ecosystem. This role offers the opportunity to drive impactful change in a dynamic industry.