Business Development Manager
Role Overview
Our client, an established FMCG organisation, is looking for a Business Development Manager, based in Saudi Arabia, to drive international business growth and expand its presence across African markets.
The role focuses on identifying new market opportunities, developing distributor partnerships and establishing routes to market across Africa.
A key priority is opening new markets and building sustainable commercial relationships that support long-term export growth.
This is a hands-on commercial role for a business development professional with FMCG experience, a strong understanding of African markets and a track record of turning opportunities into business growth.
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What This Role Is About
Our client, an established FMCG organisation, is looking for a Business Development Manager, based in Saudi Arabia, to drive international business growth and expand its presence across African markets.
The role focuses on identifying new market opportunities, developing distributor partnerships and establishing routes to market across Africa.
A key priority is opening new markets and building sustainable commercial relationships that support long-term export growth.
This is a hands-on commercial role for a business development professional with FMCG experience, a strong understanding of African markets and a track record of turning opportunities into business growth.
Ideal Fit
- 8+ years of experience in business development or export sales within FMCG.
- Proven experience opening and developing new markets across Africa is a must.
- Experience establishing distributor networks and developing routes to market.
- Strong understanding of international trade and market expansion.
- Proven ability to identify new business opportunities and grow revenue.
- Strong commercial negotiation skills and experience managing distributor relationships.
- Ability to work independently and manage business development across multiple markets.
- Must be based in Saudi Arabia or willing to relocate.
Responsibilities
- Drive international business growth and expand the client's presence across African markets.
- Identify new market opportunities across Africa.
- Develop distributor partnerships.
- Establish routes to market across Africa.
- Open new markets and build sustainable commercial relationships supporting long-term export growth.
- Turn opportunities into business growth through hands-on commercial work.
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