Senior Sustainability Specialist

Retal Urban Development Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Business Development Specialist to manage activities within the Business Development function. The role involves identifying new projects, establishing client relationships, and overseeing market research to support business growth. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the contracting and construction industries, along with strong negotiation and strategic planning skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of solid experience in business development within the contracting industry.
• Experience in the construction industry and related fields in Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Identify new projects and ensure alignment with risk management strategies.
• Review proposals for new projects and facilitate approval by management.
• Establish relationships with new clients and maintain existing ones.

Skills

Business Development

Negotiation and Persuasion

Quality Assurance and Management

Investment Risk Analysis and Management

Strategic Planning

Relationship Management

Analytical Thinking

Achievement Orientation

Flexibility and Adaptability

Interactive Communication

Reliability and Dependability

Results Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

The Business Development Specialist is responsible for planning, directing, and managing all activities, processes, and operations within the Business Development function, including R&D activities. The role also involves providing support and assistance to contracting functions as needed.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Identify new projects, including exploring new geographies, ensuring alignment with risk management and diversification strategies.
2. Review detailed proposals for new projects to facilitate approval by executive management.
3. Identify and establish relationships with new clients for potential business opportunities and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
4. Review and recommend bid methodologies and schedules, and prepare bid packages.
5. Source leads of retailers potentially attractive to fine dine consumers.
6. Construct, pitch, and negotiate deals that meet the expectations of retailers, customers, and company standards.
7. Partner with Development Account Managers to develop, communicate, and implement service strategies.
8. Review tender documentation related to pricing, including instructions, conditions, measurements, and specifications.
9. Support estimating and bidding functions in proposal preparation, development, and submission.
10. Oversee market research, analysis, and assessment to support business development and departmental research needs.
11. Provide input and analysis to ensure service competitiveness in specific markets and segments.
12. Contribute to defining and improving company services through market analysis and surveys.
13. Review financial feasibility of contracting projects and provide feedback.
14. Liaise with corporate Business Development on latest techniques, equipment, and technology.
15. Participate in the development and evaluation of improved techniques and methodologies in the construction industry.
16. Monitor new technical and environmental regulations and policies.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Business Development
• Negotiation and Persuasion
• Quality Assurance and Management
• Investment Risk Analysis and Management
• Strategic Planning
• Relationship Management
• Analytical Thinking
• Achievement Orientation
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Interactive Communication
• Reliability and Dependability
• Results Management

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of solid experience in business development within the contracting industry
• Experience in the construction industry and related fields in Saudi Arabia and the region

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