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Head of Business Development

Job in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai
Listing for: Client of S&K HR Consulting
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-09
Job specializations:
  • Sales
    Industrial Sales, Business Development
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 600000 - 900000 AED Yearly AED 600000.00 900000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Head of Business Development will be a key commercial leader responsible for expanding the company s industrial ecosystem and building a strong pipeline of tenants customers investors and strategic partners The role requires a combination of commercial leadership industrial sector knowledge and technical understanding of metal fabrication processes The successful candidate will be expected to identify and secure high-value industrial opportunities develop strategic relationships and create new revenue streams aligned with the company s long-term growth strategy

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute the Business Development strategy in line with corporate growth objectives
  • Drive occupancy and revenue growth across the Production Hub and Storage Hub
  • Identify and secure high-value metal fabrication galvanising and industrial tenants
  • Identify new revenue opportunities through value-added services shared facilities and strategic partnerships
  • Lead commercial negotiations for leasing service agreements and partnership contracts
  • Build and maintain relationships with metal fabricators contractors steel traders industrial manufacturers storage operators and investors
  • Develop and maintain a strong commercial pipeline across UAE and regional markets
  • Represent the company at exhibitions industry forums trade missions and relevant industry events
  • Develop targeted customer acquisition strategies to increase occupancy and revenue
  • Build long-term relationships with key industrial decision-makers
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of metal fabrication workflows including Laser cutting Press braking Welding Galvanising Surface finishing Industrial storage and logistics
  • Understand prospective tenants operational requirements and assess their suitability for the available facilities
  • Evaluate the technical compatibility of proposed industrial activities with available infrastructure
  • Engage directly with contractors fabricators and industrial manufacturers
  • Own and deliver agreed revenue and occupancy targets
  • Monitor KPIs including lead generation conversion tenant acquisition retention and cross-selling
  • Develop commercial feasibility studies for new business initiatives
  • Prepare pipeline forecasts performance reports and commercial risk assessments
  • Identify opportunities to improve revenue generation and tenant value
  • Develop strategic partnerships that strengthen the overall industrial ecosystem
  • Build relationships with galvanising units fabrication partners storage operators and complementary industrial businesses
  • Encourage cross-selling and collaboration between existing tenants
  • Develop relationships with KEZAD industrial authorities and relevant regulatory stakeholders
  • Work closely with Operations Finance Logistics Compliance and other internal functions to ensure smooth tenant onboarding
  • Ensure commercial agreements align with internal governance and financial requirements
  • Support long-term master planning and infrastructure development initiatives
  • Lead and develop the Business Development team
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business or a related discipline.
  • MBA in Business Development would be advantageous.
  • 10 15 years of relevant Business Development experience within metal fabrication, steel, industrial manufacturing, industrial storage or a closely related sector.
  • At least 8 years in a leadership position.
  • Proven track record in revenue generation and industrial tenant acquisition.
  • Strong experience dealing with industrial project clients.
  • Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes and the industrial ecosystem.
  • Advanced commercial negotiation and contract structuring skills.
  • Experience with financial feasibility, ROI evaluation and commercial modelling.
  • Strong knowledge of UAE industrial markets and regulations.
  • Strong CRM, ERP, business intelligence and Microsoft Office skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business or a related discipline.
  • MBA in Business Development would be advantageous.
  • 10 15 years of relevant Business Development experience within metal fabrication, steel, industrial manufacturing, industrial storage or a closely related sector.
  • At least 8 years in a leadership position.
  • Proven track record in revenue generation and industrial tenant acquisition.
  • Strong experience dealing with industrial project clients.
  • Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes and the industrial ecosystem.
  • Advanced commercial negotiation and contract structuring skills.
  • Experience with financial feasibility, ROI evaluation and commercial modelling.
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