MANAGER, STRATEGY & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

alfanar; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

alfanar, a leading Saudi Arabian conglomerate, seeks a Manager, Strategy & Business Development to drive cross‑business growth, identify new platforms, and structure strategic partnerships. You will shape corporate initiatives, assess acquisitions, and coordinate senior leadership across divisions within a dynamic growth agenda.

With 15+ years in corporate development, you will lead complex business opportunities, craft scalable platforms, and deliver measurable value.

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience in corporate business development or related roles.
• Experience in infrastructure, energy, industrial, or EPC sectors.
• Bachelor degree required; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities aligned with long-term vision.
• Develop and launch revenue platforms across business units.
• Lead feasibility studies and commercial assessments.
• Translate strategic priorities into executable opportunities.
• Build cross-business synergies and integrated solutions.
• Coordinate with leaders to implement synergy initiatives.
• Support executive leadership in investment decisions.
• Maintain executive-level partnerships and pipeline.

Skills

Corporate development

Strategic planning

Investment analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic partnerships

Business development

Communication

Education

Bachelor Degree

Tools

MS Office

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MANAGER, STRATEGY & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Job Purpose

The Manager – Strategic Corporate Business Development is responsible for identifying, developing, and executing cross‑business growth opportunities that create new revenue streams and enhance synergies across the company’s business units. The role focuses on corporate‑level strategic initiatives, new business platforms, partnerships, and investments that support long‑term growth and diversification. It works closely with executive leadership to drive expansion into new sectors, services, and markets.

Key Accountability Areas

• 1) Corporate Growth Initiatives
  • Identify new business opportunities aligned with the company’s long‑term vision.
  • Develop and launch new revenue platforms across multiple business units.
  • Lead feasibility and commercial assessments of new corporate initiatives.
  • Translate strategic priorities into executable business opportunities.
• 2) Cross‑Business Synergy Development
  • Identify opportunities to create synergies between existing business units.
  • Develop integrated solutions that combine capabilities across divisions.
  • Coordinate with business unit leaders to implement synergy initiatives.
  • Track and report synergy value creation.
• 3) New Business Line & Platform Development
  • Identify emerging sectors, technologies, and service models.
  • Develop commercial models for new business lines.
  • Lead the creation of new corporate platforms or verticals.
  • Support the launch and early‑stage growth of new ventures.
• 4) Strategic Partnerships & Alliances
  • Identify and engage with global partners, technology providers, and investors.
  • Structure strategic alliances, joint ventures, or co‑development models.
  • Support executive‑level negotiations and relationship management.
  • Ensure partnerships generate measurable revenue and strategic value.
• 5) Strategic Investments & M&A
  • Identify acquisition and investment opportunities aligned with corporate growth platforms.
  • Develop business cases, financial models, and valuation analyses.
  • Support due diligence and transaction structuring.
  • Assist executive leadership in investment decisions.
• 6) Executive–Level Business Development
  • Support CEO and senior leadership in developing strategic client relationships.
  • Identify long‑term programs with key government and strategic clients.
  • Position the company as a strategic partner rather than a transactional contractor.
• 7) Corporate Opportunity Pipeline
  • Build and maintain a pipeline of corporate‑level strategic opportunities.
  • Prioritize initiatives based on strategic fit and financial returns.
  • Present opportunities to executive leadership and the board.

Competencies

• 10–18 years of experience in:
  • Corporate business development
  • Strategic planning or investment roles
  • Infrastructure, energy, industrial, or EPC sectors
• Proven experience in:
  • Launching new business lines
  • Cross‑business or corporate initiatives
  • Strategic partnerships or investments

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree

Work Experience

15+ years

Technical / Functional Competencies

Accountable Communication Creativity Customer Service Oriented Delegation Initiative Leadership MS Office Negotiation Presentation Project Management Research Anlaysis Resource Management Results Oriented Teamwork Time Management Well Organized Work under pressur