Director - International Business Development

Director – International Business Development | Jeddah, Saudi Arabia What This Role Is About

Our client, a leading FMCG organisation, is looking for a Director – International Business Development, based in Jeddah, to lead global expansion and drive growth across international markets.

This role will be responsible for identifying and entering new markets, developing strong distribution networks, and building scalable route-to-market strategies.

You will play a critical role in expanding the business footprint globally by developing market entry strategies, selecting distributors, and driving sustainable international growth.

You will also be responsible for evaluating new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and ensuring successful execution across multiple regions.

These are must-haves. Candidates who do not meet all of the below cannot be considered.

• 10+ years of current FMCG experience, specifically within food and beverage. Non-food and beverage backgrounds cannot be considered.
• Must have opened a minimum of 15+ new markets globally, and this experience must be recent
  . Proven track record in international business development within FMCG
• Route to market must be a core area of expertise, not just exposure.
• Strong, proven experience in selecting and managing distributors across multiple geographies.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to scale businesses across multiple geographies