Business Development Manager

The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth in a competitive market. Responsibilities: - Identify and develop new business opportunities in the target market. - Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients. - Conduct market research to stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities. - Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop tailored solutions for clients. - Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximize profits. - Track and report on business development activities and outcomes. - Attend industry events and networking opportunities to promote the company and expand contacts.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or similar role. - Strong understanding of the UAE market and business landscape. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients and partners. - Self-motivated with a goal-oriented approach and a drive for results. - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field preferred. - Proficiency in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus. - Willingness to travel as needed within the region.

About the company
Welcome to Cross Recruitment LLC, a recruitment company covering the UAE and Gulf States. We specialize in finding suitable candidates for companies in Interior Design, FF&E and Architectural Industries, such as Furniture Manufacturers and Distributors, Suppliers of Interior Products, Hospitality, Flooring, Carpets and Lighting, etc. Our Managing Director, Dawn Cross, is a very well known and respected recruiter within the industry, having worked for many years in the GCC and internationally. As such, we already have our network of experienced consultants working on various job levels from C-Suite Executives and Managing Directors, to Sales, Design and Office Support staff. When a position opens, with many people seeking employment today, companies can be inundated with CVs which can be time consuming to go through. We can do that for you. Once the job vacancy has been opened, we collect the CVS, review and shortlist the candidates and call those of interest for a one-on-one interview. We pride ourselves on meeting all candidates face to face to establish suitability, identifying the potentials who will be an asset to your company for the long term and easing the interview process allowing your company to focus on its productivity.