Business Development Specialist

Position: Business Development Specialist
Location: Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Reporting To: Territory Manager
Languages Required: Arabic (Fluent Read & Write) & English (Fluent Read & Write)
Business Sector: Power Generation Machinery & Construction Equipment

Our client is seeking an experienced Business Development Specialist to drive sales growth and expand market presence across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on market development lead generation distributor support and product approvals within the power generation and heavy equipment sector.

The ideal candidate will bring strong market knowledge in KSA established industry connections and solid technical understanding of engines generator sets (gensets) and related mechanical/electrical systems.

Lead Generation & Opportunity Management

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities through market research networking events and cold calling

• Maintain a structured sales pipeline and ensure timely follow-ups

Product Approvals & Registrations

• Manage product registrations and approvals with government entities consultants and private clients

• Coordinate with manufacturers distributors and regional teams to complete approval processes

Distributor & Partner Management

• Support and collaborate with the local distributor on joint sales and marketing initiatives

• Build strong working relationships to ensure alignment on growth targets and service quality

Market Research & Intelligence

• Conduct market analysis to identify trends opportunities and competitor activities

• Provide actionable market insights to management for strategic planning

Reporting & Documentation

• Track and report sales activities lead status and pipeline progress

• Share customer feedback and market developments with senior management

Strategy Execution

• Support the implementation of business development strategies to achieve market penetration and revenue growth

• Assist in initiatives that enhance brand visibility and distributor performance

• Experience: 35 years in sales or business development within power generation heavy equipment machinery or related engineering industries

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Strong understanding of engines generator sets (gensets) and mechanical/electrical systems

  • Ability to engage in technical discussions with engineers consultants and clients

• Industry Exposure: Power generation machinery or construction equipment sectors

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English

• Analytical Skills: Strong market research and data analysis capabilities

• Education: Bachelors degree (preferably in Mechanical Electrical or Industrial Engineering)

• Personal Attributes: Proactive resilient collaborative and results-driven

• Opportunity to work with well-established global brands in a fast-growing KSA market

• Exposure to strategic sales distributor management and product approval processes

• Professional growth within a dynamic and supportive environment

Interested candidates are requested to apply here here or send it to

Required Experience:

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