Business Development Manager

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.

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

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