Business Development Executive / Manager

Job description / Role

Location

Our client is looking for a business development executive or manager (depending on experience) to be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Overview

Our client is currently recruiting a business development executive or manager based out of our Riyadh office. The international organisation is going through a period of growth and is now looking for an ambitious individual to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, generating leads and prospective customers, and thereby increasing tendering and work winning potential.

Duties and responsibilities

• Identifying business development opportunities
• Building long-term relationships with new and existing customers and suppliers
• Maintain/update CRM database in line with current tenders and future work
• Completion of pre-qualification questionnaires as directed by business development
• Growing and managing existing business relationships
• Assisting with the promotion of the business via social media platforms
• Following up on any enquiries
• Actively demonstrating leadership throughout the sales cycle and during the closing process

Skills and experience

• Minimum 5 years experience in Saudi Arabia
• Previous experience as business development or sales in the Middle East, with experience in scaffolding, mast climbers, common towers, cradles, and construction hoists desirable
• Construction industry background with a proven track record is essential
• Strong IT skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint; a working knowledge of CAD and BIM would be beneficial
• Be proactive, self-motivated, target driven with a desire to develop in a growing company
• English speaking is essential; Arabic speaking is highly desirable
• Valid KSA driving license will be highly desirable

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

• IT & Telecommunications
• Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
• Banking, Finance & Legal
• Sales & Business Development
• Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
• Human Resources & Training
• Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
• Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
• Executive Recruitment
• Emiratization Solutions
• Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
• Managed Service Provider Solutions
• Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
• Outsourced Staffing Solutions