Business Development Specialist / Sales Executive

About YAY Food

YAY Food is an innovative food delivery platform that connects customers with their favorite restaurants quickly and seamlessly. We’re on a mission to build strong partnerships with restaurants and expand our footprint across the region. Join our energetic team and play a key role in growing the YAY ecosystem!

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and results-driven Business Development Specialist / Sales Executive to join our commercial team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying and acquiring new restaurant partners, managing relationships, and driving revenue growth for the platform. This role is perfect for someone who loves building partnerships, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify potential restaurant partners, including popular local eateries, chains, and emerging brands.
• Actively reach out to leads, conduct meetings, and present the YAY Food platform’s benefits.
• Negotiate and close partnership agreements with restaurants to onboard them onto the platform.
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing partners to ensure satisfaction and long-term collaboration.
• Work closely with the data entry/onboarding team to ensure smooth partner setup.
• Meet and exceed monthly sales targets and KPIs.
• Stay updated on market trends, competitors, and new opportunities in the food tech and delivery industry.
• Provide regular sales reports and feedback to the Commercial Manager.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales or business development, preferably in the food delivery, F&B, tech, or e-commerce sectors.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in [English + local language].
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with CRM tools or sales tracking software is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to travel locally (if required).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month