Business Development Manager

• An opportunity to join a globally recognised FMCG company
• A chance to lead and accelerate the growth strategy for the Saudi market
  
  

About Our Client

Our client is a leading multinational player within the FMCG industry, with operations across more than 100 countries.

Job Description

• Lead and manage the full distributor relationship for Saudi Arabia, ensuring strong performance and market execution.
• Drive the implementation of commercial strategies across key channels, with priority focus on Modern Trade and Key Accounts.
• Strengthen the brand's presence across retail, out‑of‑home, and emerging channels in the Kingdom.
• Monitor market trends, customer performance, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Oversee forecasting, planning, and performance management with the distributor.
• Ensure effective implementation of trade marketing activities and visibility initiatives.
  
  

The Successful Applicant

A successful Business Development Manager should have:

• Minimum 4+ years of sales experience within the FMCG sector in Saudi Arabia, ideally with a multinational organization
• Strong experience in Key Account Management within the Modern Trade channel.
• Broad understanding of multiple sales channels (retail, out‑of‑home, emerging channels).
• Entrepreneurial, ambitious, and resilient mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Strong stakeholder‑management skills and commercial acumen.
  
  

What's on Offer

A competitive package and the opportunity to play a key role in driving the Saudi market growth for a globally established brand.

Contact: Giulia Chirilov

Quote job ref: JN-022026-6957659