Job Purpose
The Business Development Manager will drive new business growth for the company's FMCG trading operations out of the Dubai office, focusing on building relationships with distributors, importers and institutional buyers across the Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop new business opportunities for FMCG and food commodity trading across the UAE and the wider GCC market
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective B2B buyers, distributors and importers
Approach potential clients directly and through referrals, trade groups and industry events
Prepare and present company profiles, product offerings and commercial terms to prospective clients
Coordinate with the CFO and management on pricing, credit terms and deal structuring
Track market trends, competitor activity and demand patterns for palm oil, rice, sugar and related commodities
Maintain accurate records of leads, meetings and deal progress and report regularly to management
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Proven track record in business development within FMCG, food commodities or related trading sectors
Existing network of contacts among buyers, distributors or importers in the UAE and GCC an advantage
Working knowledge of import export documentation and product compliance requirements for food commodities
Proficient in MS Office and comfortable using CRM or sales reporting tools
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of the sales pipeline
Willing to travel within the UAE and GCC for client meetings
Valid UAE driving license preferred
Fluent in English, Arabic or Hindi an advantage
Products
Palm Olein CP10, rice, sugar and other food commodities.
Desired Candidate Profile
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