Business Development Manager – Consumer Health (Jeddah based)

Role Overview

IQVIA is seeking a high-performing Business Development Managerto join our Consumer Health team based in Jeddah. Reporting directly to the Business Unit Director Consumer Health this role will play a critical part in accelerating growth by developing new business opportunities expanding client relationships and positioning IQVIA as a strategic partner to leading Consumer Health and FMCG organizations in Saudi Arabia.

The ideal candidate brings strong commercial acumen hands-on execution capability and proven experience within the consumer health/FMCG sector gained either on the manufacturer sideor through services insights or consulting organizationssupporting CH/FMCG clients.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Growth

• Identify develop and convert new business opportunities within the Consumer Healthsector
• Drive revenue growth through new client acquisition and expansion of existing accounts
• Build manage and deliver a high-quality sales pipeline aligned with growth targets

Client & Market Engagement

• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across consumer health manufacturers and FMCG companies
• Act as a trusted commercial partner understanding client challenges and translating them into tailored IQVIA solutions
• Monitor market dynamics shopper behavior channel evolution and competitive activity to identify new opportunities

Solution Selling & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with IQVIAs analytics consulting and delivery teams to develop differentiated value-driven proposals
• Lead commercial discussions proposal development pricing and contract negotiations
• Support seamless handover from sales to delivery to ensure client satisfaction

Performance Management & Reporting

• Own and deliver against revenue targets pipeline KPIs and growth objectives
• Provide regular forecasts business updates and performance reviews directly to the BUDirector Consumer Health
• Ensure adherence to IQVIA governance compliance and commercial standards

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing Economics or related field
• MBA or equivalent is a plus

Experience (Required)

• 5-8 yearsof experience in Sales Business Development or Commercial roles
• Mandatory experience in Consumer Health / FMCG
  • Experience may be from:
    • Consumer Health / FMCG manufacturer side or
    • Services analytics insights or consultingorganizations supporting CH/FMCG clients
• Strong understanding of the Saudi consumer health market
• Proven ability to sell solutions manage complex stakeholders and close commercial agreements

Candidates with pharmaceutical-only experience and no FMCG / Consumer Health background will not be considered.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial negotiation and influencing skills
• Strategic thinker with hands-on delivery mindset
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities
• Fluency in Englishrequired; Arabicis a strong advantage

Work Model

• Hybrid

Why Join IQVIA

• Direct exposure to senior leadership with clear ownership and accountability
• Opportunity to shape and grow IQVIAs Consumer Health footprint in Saudi Arabia
• Work at the intersection of data insights and commercial strategy
• Fast-paced performance-driven culture with strong development opportunities

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

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