Business Development Manager

Our client a leading culinary education provider in Khobar Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced and strategic Business Development Manager to lead their growth and partnership initiatives. This pivotal role will focus on expanding the organisations reach securing high-impact collaborations and driving revenue growth all in alignment with the mission to develop future culinary leaders who champion local sustainable and healthy culinary practices. You will play a central role in building partnerships with the hospitality education and government sectors while guiding a talented business development and marketing team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify approach and secure partnerships with hotels restaurants resorts educational institutions corporate organisations and government entities for joint initiatives.
  
• Strengthen relationships with senior decision-makers ensuring partner needs are met and commitments delivered.
  
• Represent the organisation at meetings networking events and exhibitions to build visibility and credibility.
  
• Negotiate partnership agreements monitor performance and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
  
• Develop and implement revenue generation strategies including sponsorships grants and business development initiatives to ensure long-term sustainability.
  
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities trends and innovative program ideas within the culinary education sector.
  
• Collaborate with marketing teams to design campaigns that effectively communicate the organisations value proposition and engage the target audience.
  
• Lead alumni engagement initiatives to showcase success stories and strengthen the institutions brand impact.
  
• Manage departmental budgets to maximise resources for growth and outreach.
  
• Lead mentor and develop the business development team fostering a collaborative high-performance culture that aligns with the organisations vision and mission.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Sales or a related field (Masters degree e.g. MBA preferred).
  
• Minimum of 3-5 years proven experience in business development partnerships or stakeholder relations in the education hospitality or government sectors.
  
• Established professional network within Saudi Arabia.
  
• Proven ability to identify and close high-value business opportunities.
  
• Experience in developing and executing successful sales and partnership strategies.
  
• Strong relationship-building negotiation and presentation skills.
  
• Fluent in Arabic and English both spoken and written.
  
• Highly proactive self-motivated and comfortable with frequent travel and meetings.
  

WHY JOIN

• Lead strategic growth for a respected culinary education provider with an impactful social mission.
• Build partnerships across hospitality education and government sectors that contribute to Saudi Arabias Vision 2030 objectives.
• Manage and mentor a talented creative and driven team.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation cultural inclusivity and sustainability.