2 286 International Business jobs in Saudi Arabia

The International Business Partner Saudi will acts as the primary strategic interface between the CMO and market commercial leaders. The main responsibility is to establish a cohesive and integrated CMO model for the local commercial organization, orchestrating CMO capabilities aligned with business priorities and ensuring operational excellence across CMO verticals to drive business growth. This includes ensuring a holistic understanding of business drivers, focusing on market priorities, driving local commercial operation excellence and facilitating effective communication across the CMO, ICO and Commercial teams, serving as the primary point of escalation to Local Management and CMO Vertical Leads.

This position is part of the CMO International Business Partners team within the Global Commercial Excellence & Enablement Organization in the Chief Marketing Office.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

In order of importance, indicate the primary responsibilities critical to the performance of the role. It is recommended not to list actual tasks but focus on 5-8 essential responsibilities that highlight accountability and level of judgment required.

• Trusted advisor and strategic partner for local commercial leaders for commercial excellence to drive capabilities, business growth and effectiveness

• Possess a comprehensive understanding of business priorities and a clear vision of the desired outcomes

• Have an in-depth comprehension of the type of support required from the CMO in order to drive commercial excellence and achieve business goals successfully

• Serve as a trusted advisor to country president and commercial leadership, offering valuable insights and leveraging CMO capabilities and expertise to address growth challenges and opportunities, as well as facilitate faster and more impactful execution of strategic business priorities

• Proactively anticipate business needs, leveraging CMO expertise and resources to enhance agility, efficiency, and ROI

• Attend local leadership forums and commercial discussions to gather insights on commercial priorities and priority knots, and advising on how CMO capabilities and opportunities can best address business needs

• Partner with Program Management Team to ensure that the deployment of CMO capabilities aligns with market business priorities, and are consistently captured and delivered in an efficient and timely manner

• Develop and implement commercial excellence strategy and operations Translate business priorities into actionable deliverables by leveraging CMO expertise and resources:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of CMO strategic imperatives, current and future capabilities, platforms and standards, and effectively communicate their value to key stakeholders, ensuring timely awareness and alignment with business priorities

• Act as the spokesperson for the business in CMO forums, ensuring a clear understanding of business priorities, opportunities and challenges, particularly in relation to priority knots, and advocate for these needs within the CMO organization

• Drive strategic analysis, resource allocation, and business operation including but not limited to salesforce effectiveness, incentive plan, HCP multi-channel engagement, marketing transformations and business strategic projects; ensure business prioritization ad the maximum value of CMO

• Influence and drive resource allocation and investment prioritization within CMO to deliver maximum value on business strategic priorities

• Drive "One CMO" approach for commercial excellence with seamless orchestration across CMO verticals

• Act as a country site leader for CMO, as needed, provide leadership advice, mentoring and development guidance to local CMO members, ensure alignment across team members from each CMO vertical in order to develop a common purpose and goal at a Country level and have an integrated Cross-CMO approach

• Accountable to establish a robust governance process to promptly address and simplify the escalation of issues and troubleshooting key initiatives. Be proactive and lean in when required, escalating any critical situations where local market needs are not being met by the CMO vertical and provide timely updates to both local and CMO leadership, along with mitigation plans for optimal resolution.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to simplify and optimize ways of working within CMO as well as between CMO and commercial teams

• Track performance metrics for CMO initiatives, translating insights into actionable recommendations

• Foster a strong commercial performance culture and champions the adoption of new capabilities

• Partner with local leaders to drive change management activities to realise the full value of capabilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong in SFE

• Bachelor's degree

• 5+ years commercial experience in marketing across pharma and other industries

• Track record of strong networking and working collaboratively across functions and geographies

• Lead cross-functional and cross-business projects and initiatives, identifying risks and removing roadblocks to enable the teams to achieve successful delivery

• Demonstrating executive presence and strong leadership capabilities including: the ability to effectively influence senior leaders, engage and collaborate other leaders/peers, guide/support the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

• An active contributor to create and operate in an inclusive environment that continuously embraces and encourages the implementation of new capabilities, innovative ideas, generates high-performance and fosters a culture of collaboration and teamwork

• Strong analytical skills to conduct root cause analyses to diagnoses and prioritize the right problem/solution

• Demonstrated ability to effectively work on multiple tasks with a strong sense of urgency and enthusiasm while prioritizing and meeting brand/business goals

• Demonstrate ability to thrive under pressure, to take accountability and to meet deadlines

• An absolute commitment to adherence to all applicable compliance rules and regulations

• Strong writing, presentation and influencing skills in English

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Provide the primary groups or key role(s) that this role will have interaction with as a regular part of the role responsibilities. Include any external interactions as appropriate.

• Country President and Commercial Leaders

• CMO Verticals team

• Cross functional Partners such as Compliance, Legal, Procurement, Medical, Finance, Training & Digital

• International Commercial Office and Business Transformation teams

Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

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About the Role

The client is looking for a dynamic and results-oriented
General Manager
with extensive international business experience to lead their operations in Jeddah. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing end-to-end business functions, developing strategic partnerships, and driving sustainable growth within the express or logistics industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee overall business operations, including sales, marketing, operations, and finance.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to expand market presence across regional and international markets.
• Drive profitability and ensure achievement of revenue and growth targets.
• Lead, mentor, and manage cross-functional teams to deliver operational excellence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, government authorities, and strategic partners.
• Identify new business opportunities and lead initiatives for expansion and diversification.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and corporate policies.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer requirements to inform strategic decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 10–15+ years of proven experience in
  general management or senior leadership roles
  within the
  express, logistics, or transportation industry
  .
• Strong knowledge of international trade, logistics operations, and cross-border business management.
• Demonstrated success in driving business growth and profitability in a competitive environment.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multicultural teams and complex operational environments.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency will be an added advantage.

This is a senior role within Group Treasury working for a leading regional bank in Saudi Arabia. The successful incumbent will provide support to the GM by managing the following areas of the business:

1. Formulating and implementing strategies for FI and international businesses.
2. Maximizing the profitability of international presence of the bank and position the International Banking business as a key income stream for the bank.
3. Overlooking the relationships with the global and regional financial institutions clients and brokers
4. Provide sufficient funding for the bank by tapping the international markets through introducing new funding tools.
5. Provide leadership and guidance for 4 direct reports (Country CEO's)

Qualifications / Experience needed for the role:

• 15 years+ progressive experience in International Banking Business, Global Financial Institutions with a Treasury background.
• Thorough understanding of Treasury products, FI and international corporates
• Proven leadership capabilities
• Fluency in Arabic & English is advantageous

Role Overview:

This role ensures the organization is resilient and prepared to respond effectively to disruptions by leading Business Continuity Management (BCM) programs and coordinating recovery plans. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining BCM frameworks, conducting risk assessments, coordinating business impact analyses, and supporting crisis management and recovery strategies across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework and policies
• Conduct Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) and Risk Assessments
• Coordinate the development and testing of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans
• Support Crisis Management teams during incidents and ensure timely communication
• Facilitate training, workshops, and awareness sessions on BCM practices
• Prepare reports, metrics, and recommendations for senior management

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Information Security, or related field
• Preferred: Master's in Risk Management, Business Continuity, or Crisis Management
• 3–6 years of experience in business continuity, risk management, or disaster recovery roles
• Experience in government, semi-government, or large-scale organizations is preferred

Key Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of Business Continuity standards (ISO 22301, NFPA 1600, or equivalent)
• Proven ability to conduct BIAs, Risk Assessments, and continuity planning
• Experience in developing and testing BCM/DR frameworks
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams under pressure

Certifications (Preferred):

• CBCI (Certificate of the Business Continuity Institute)
• ISO 22301 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor
• DRII (Certified Business Continuity Professional – CBCP) or equivalent

Overview

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Manager – Business Process Management for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Kindly review the Job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

• 7+ years of experience in business process management & improvement
• Experienced in banking policies & procedures, project management, strategic planning, and financial management
• Proficiency in reporting, documentation, and technical analysis
• Bachelors/Masters degree in finance, banking or a related field

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enables organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from National Minority Supplier Development Council.

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest growing companies in America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ’s Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People and Stewardship. Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and anticipation.

Overview

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Manager – Business Process Management for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Kindly review the Job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

• 7+ years of experience in business process management & improvement
• Experienced in banking policies & procedures, project management, strategic planning, and financial management
• Proficiency in reporting, documentation, and technical analysis
• Bachelors/Masters degree in finance, banking or a related field

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enables organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from National Minority Supplier Development Council.

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest growing companies in America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ’s Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People and Stewardship. Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and anticipation.

Position Objective:

The Business Process Management (BPM) Consultant is responsible for evaluating, designing, and optimizing organizational processes to improve efficiency, compliance, and alignment with international best practices. The role involves process assessment, documentation, benchmarking, policy development, performance monitoring, and capability building for sustainable process management.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and analyze current business processes, procedures, and related policies to identify gaps, redundancies, and opportunities.
• Design and document new or improved business processes aligned with organizational goals using BPM standards (e.g., BPMN).
• Draft, review, and update process-related policies and procedural manuals to ensure clarity and compliance.
• Conduct benchmarking activities to align internal processes with industry best practices (APQC, ISO, EFQM).
• Recommend and implement process optimization strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Support process changes, monitor outcomes, and measure results through KPIs and dashboards.
• Provide coaching and knowledge-transfer sessions to internal teams to strengthen BPM capabilities.
• Encourage adoption of continuous improvement practices and accountability across departments.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Quality Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in BPM, process improvement, and policy development.
• Professional certifications preferred: Lean Six Sigma, CBPA, BPM, PMP, ISO.
• Proven experience with process modeling tools (especially ARIS) and strong skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Deep knowledge of international standards and frameworks such as APQC and ISO 9001.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and process design skills.
• Prior experience in government or semi-government entities with knowledge of governance and public sector operations.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (Arabic mandatory).

Company Description

SPACES is a Riyadh-based general contracting and construction company established in 2007. We specialize in architecture, civil engineering, and environmental services, offering innovative, high-quality solutions across residential, commercial, administrative, and hospitality sectors. Our dynamic, young team is driven by creativity and collaboration, striving to deliver sustainable, purpose-driven spaces.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Business Development Project Manager located in Riyadh. The role involves managing day-to-day business development activities, including lead generation, market research, and customer service. The Project Manager will be responsible for developing strategies to expand business opportunities, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring project milestones and objectives are met.

Qualifications

• Analytical Skills and Market Research abilities
• Excellent Communication skills
• Lead Generation and Business Development experience
• Strong Customer Service skills
• Proven project management capabilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Experience in the general contracting and construction company  industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field