Business Development Executive - Water & Food Industry
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About the Role
Roles And Responsibilities Identify and develop new business opportunities in FMCG, bottled water, food, and beverage markets. Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, supermarkets, retail chains, and corporate clients.
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Roles And Responsibilities
- Identify and develop new business opportunities in FMCG, bottled water, food, and beverage markets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, supermarkets, retail chains, and corporate clients.
- Achieve monthly and annual sales targets assigned by management.
- Conduct market research to identify customer needs, competitor activities, pricing trends, and new market opportunities.
- Develop sales strategies to increase product distribution and market share.
- Generate leads through field visits, networking, client meetings, and business presentations.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial agreements with clients and distributors.
- Coordinate with production, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure timely product delivery.
- Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve client complaints or service issues effectively.
- Prepare sales reports, forecasts, customer feedback reports, and market analysis for management review.
- Maintain strong knowledge of company products, promotions, and industry trends.
- Support marketing activities, promotional campaigns, exhibitions, and brand awareness programs.
- Ensure proper product placement, visibility, and merchandising in retail outlets.
- Follow up on payments, outstanding balances, and account reconciliations with customers.
- Develop and maintain long-term business partnerships to increase repeat business.
- Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth execution of customer requirements.
- Monitor sales performance and suggest improvements for business growth and profitability.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer database, and pipeline opportunities.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Business Development or Sales within FMCG, bottled water, food, or beverage industry.
- Strong knowledge of UAE market and distribution channels preferred.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
- Ability to achieve targets and work under pressure.
- Strong presentation and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.
- Valid UAE Driving License preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field preferred.
- About Gulfa Mineral Water And Processing Industries LLC
- Gulfa was founded in 1975 as the first water company in the GCC and has since raised the standards of our bare necessity of water consumption.
- The wells in Masfout that surround the foundation of Gulfa have been naturally flowing through centuries, and it is through Gulfa that we are able to consume such mineral-enriched water to our convenience.
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