Business Director

Overview

Our client, a well known creative agency, is looking for a Business Director in Doha, Qatar
. The Business Director will be responsible for driving business growth by identifying opportunities, tracking new markets, generating sales leads and expanding the customer base and building sustainable client relationships.

• Develop and execute strategic plans to drive business growth and achieve revenue targets, aligning with the overall objectives of the company.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify opportunities/markets to enter, changes in industry trends, and potential customers.
• Collaborate with management on set targets, business objectives, and development goals to ensure business growth.
• Create and execute marketing and sales strategies to reach potential customers and generate new business.
• Lead negotiations for contracts, agreements, and strategic partnerships to support business objectives.
• Contact potential customers to set up meetings, deliver sales pitches, and showcase company services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions to meet and exceed expectations.
• Serve as the primary representative of the company, promoting our services and values to clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other teams within the agency, including sales, marketing, and creative, to align strategies, deliver integrated solutions and deliver exceptional value to clients.
• Collaborate with the BD teams across the network to support client acquisition efforts through network and connections.
• Handle complaints, negotiations, and provide solutions when needed.
• Manage records of clients, sales, revenue, and other important data, and report back to management.
• Provide monthly financial results, forecasts, and other KPIs for the external-facing functions.
• Prepare budget plans and monitor expenditures to achieve revenue targets.
• Maintain and update company CRM.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to identify potential opportunities and threats.

• A minimum of 7 years work experience in marketing, sales, business development, or related field.
• BA in Marketing, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Bilingual (Arabic & English), trilingual is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Effective communication skills and Presentation skills.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and business acumen.
• Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and lead change initiatives.
• Proven track record of success in developing and executing strategy.