19 Local Businesses jobs in Al Khobar

Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform people’s lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?

If yes, then this is the job you’re looking for. UXBERT Labs is one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC working with the biggest regional and international brands such as STC, Amazon, Gucci and more. UXBERT Labs is part of the Supertech Group also consisting of Hala Yalla, Saudi’s #1 private event ticketing and experience booking platform, and Kahu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.

• Attend client meetings across time zones, take structured notes, and follow up on next steps to ensure seamless communication.
• Identify and qualify new business opportunities in KSA, GCC, and Europe markets.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with senior client decision-makers across industries.
• Support the preparation and delivery of proposals, pitches, and high-impact presentations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Strategy, Design, AI, Development) to align solutions with client requirements.
• Track and manage opportunities throughout the sales funnel with discipline and accuracy.
• Contribute to market research and competitor analysis to refine outreach strategies and strengthen positioning.

• 4+ years’ experience in sales, business development, or client-facing roles.
• Strong background in digital marketing or customised technology services (preferred).
• Exceptional communication skills in English; knowledge of additional European languages is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a remote, multicultural, fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with strong negotiation, presentation, and follow-up skills.

• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
• Remote flexibility with international exposure.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects in digital/AI transformation and CX.

A supportive, inclusive culture that values collaboration and diversity.

Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform people’s lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?

If yes, then this is the job you’re looking for. UXBERT Labs is one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC working with the biggest regional and international brands such as STC, Amazon, Gucci and more. UXBERT Labs is part of the Supertech Group also consisting of Hala Yalla, Saudi’s #1 private event ticketing and experience booking platform, and Kahu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.

• Attend client meetings across time zones, take structured notes, and follow up on next steps to ensure seamless communication.
• Identify and qualify new business opportunities in KSA, GCC, and Europe markets.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with senior client decision-makers across industries.
• Support the preparation and delivery of proposals, pitches, and high-impact presentations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Strategy, Design, AI, Development) to align solutions with client requirements.
• Track and manage opportunities throughout the sales funnel with discipline and accuracy.
• Contribute to market research and competitor analysis to refine outreach strategies and strengthen positioning.

• 4+ years’ experience in sales, business development, or client-facing roles.
• Strong background in digital marketing or customised technology services (preferred).
• Exceptional communication skills in English; knowledge of additional European languages is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a remote, multicultural, fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with strong negotiation, presentation, and follow-up skills.

• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
• Remote flexibility with international exposure.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects in digital/AI transformation and CX.

A supportive, inclusive culture that values collaboration and diversity.

Arthur Lawrence is looking for a Business Development Executive to work on a remote basis with us in Ukraine. Your immediate application will allow us to get you started soon!

Must-Have:

• 3+ Years of experience in Business Development or any related field
• Good communication and written skills in English
• Worked before in Dubai or main GCC cities.
• Prior experience in dealing / handling clients / customers and meeting them.
• Prior experience with social media savvy

Nice to Have:

• Any Sales or Business Development experience
• Technology savvy
• Worked remotely for Dubai or main GCC cities.
• Any level of Arabic-speaking
• Bachelor’s Degree

About Us:

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 enable organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are a UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified by the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

Acknowledgments from Industry Peers:

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in the top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest growing companies of 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.

Our Seven Pillars:

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.

EEO Statement: Arthur Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Arthur Lawrence is looking for a Business Development Executive to work on a remote basis with us in Ukraine. Your immediate application will allow us to get you started soon!

Must-Have:

• 3+ Years of experience in Business Development or any related field
• Good communication and written skills in English
• Worked before in Dubai or main GCC cities.
• Prior experience in dealing / handling clients / customers and meeting them.
• Prior experience with social media savvy

Nice to Have:

• Any Sales or Business Development experience
• Technology savvy
• Worked remotely for Dubai or main GCC cities.
• Any level of Arabic-speaking
• Bachelor’s Degree

About Us:

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 enable organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are a UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified by the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

Acknowledgments from Industry Peers:

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in the top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest growing companies of 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.

Our Seven Pillars:

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.

EEO Statement: Arthur Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Posted on: 27 February 2025

Department: Business Development

Experience required: 3 - 15 years

House of Shipping provides business consultancy and advisory services for Shipping & Logistics companies. House of Shipping's commitment to their customers begins with developing an understanding of their business fundamentals.

Currently, House of Shipping is recruiting for BDM for a Leading global freight forwarding company in both Jeddah/Riyadh location. In Riyadh, the job will be Remote .

Job Purpose:

The Business Development Manager (BDM) is responsible for promoting and selling its services within their respective market, focusing on new business opportunities with both small/medium-sized enterprises (SME) and large-sized customers. The role is self-driven and profit-oriented, with the aim of consistently generating new revenue and gross profit to meet monthly and annual targets. Additionally, the BDM will play a key role in supporting trade lane development and coordinating with other its branches for joint sales efforts. The BDM will also work to raise awareness of its services as a reputable and reliable service provider in the marketplace.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Actively promote and sell its services to new customers, targeting SME and large businesses across the region of operation.
2. Continuously secure new business opportunities to meet and exceed monthly/annual revenue and gross profit targets.
3. Generate leads, pursue potential clients, and register opportunities in the CRM system.
4. Ensure customer data and sales visits are accurately recorded in the ERP-based CRM.
5. Maintain and develop relationships with new and existing customers by regularly visiting accounts and validating service levels.
6. Provide timely and professional follow-up to customer communications, enhancing value-added services.
7. Negotiate with customers, ensuring adherence to company pricing guidelines while maximizing profits.
8. Support the development of strategic trade lanes by identifying key trade opportunities and increasing traffic on these lanes.
9. Work with internal trade lane teams to promote its offerings in specific lanes to both new and existing customers.
10. Develop and execute strategies to grow market share and profitability in key trade lanes.

Market Representation & Promotion:

1. Represent it in the marketplace by actively promoting the brand to customers, vendors, and industry stakeholders.
2. Raise awareness of its services as a reputable and reliable provider, establishing a strong presence in the market.
3. Promote core trade lines and consolidation products to both existing and potential customers, with the goal of increasing profitability.

Collaboration and coordination with WeFreight Branches:

1. Collaborate with other branches to align on trade lane strategies and support global opportunities.
2. Conduct joint sales calls with colleagues from other branches, ensuring a coordinated approach to large customers and cross-border opportunities.
3. Actively share and identify business opportunities across the network, enhancing the overall company performance.

Strategic Planning & Market Analysis:

1. Identify and map market opportunities, designing and implementing strategic approaches to capture new business.
2. Participate in weekly/monthly sales meetings, sharing insights on market trends and customer needs.
3. Gather market intelligence to help develop broader market strategies, contributing to the company's overall growth.

Operational Collaboration:

1. Work closely with the Operations and Customer Service departments to ensure the successful execution of customer SOPs.
2. Support the operations team in delivering quality service to meet customer expectations and business objectives.

Financial and Administrative Support:

1. Collaborate with the receivables team to follow up on outstanding customer payments.
2. Provide feedback from customers to management regarding its products and services, ensuring continuous improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

1. Achievement of monthly/annual sales and gross profit targets.
2. Number of new customers acquired, and new revenue streams developed.
3. Growth and development of key trade lanes.
4. Level of customer satisfaction and retention.
5. Coordination and success in joint sales efforts with other WeFreight branches.
6. Timeliness and accuracy in CRM data input and reporting.
7. Conversion rate of sales visits to revenue-generating business.

Key interactions (Internal | External)

External: Customers | Trade summits |

Internal: Sales & BD | Finance | HR | Operations | Management | Other Branch offices

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.

Competencies and skills:

1. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in the freight forwarding or logistics industry.
2. Proven track record of achieving sales targets and generating revenue.
3. Strong understanding of the market and its business dynamics.
4. Experience in trade lane development and working within a global network.
5. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work independently with a self-motivated and disciplined approach.
7. Proficiency in using CRM and ERP systems for tracking sales and customer information.
8. Strong strategic thinking and market analysis skills.
9. Experience in coordinating across branches or regions to drive business growth.

Core Competencies:

1. Customer-focused and results-driven.
2. Commercially minded with a strong drive for profit generation.
3. Strong ability to promote and sell products and services effectively.
4. Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
5. Collaborative team player with cross-departmental and cross-regional coordination skills.

Follow WeFreight on LinkedIn for new jobs and updates.

Posted on: 27 February 2025

Department: Business Development

Experience required: 3 - 15 years

House of Shipping provides business consultancy and advisory services for Shipping & Logistics companies. House of Shipping's commitment to their customers begins with developing an understanding of their business fundamentals.

Currently, House of Shipping is recruiting for BDM for a Leading global freight forwarding company in both Jeddah/Riyadh location. In Riyadh, the job will be Remote .

Job Purpose:

The Business Development Manager (BDM) is responsible for promoting and selling its services within their respective market, focusing on new business opportunities with both small/medium-sized enterprises (SME) and large-sized customers. The role is self-driven and profit-oriented, with the aim of consistently generating new revenue and gross profit to meet monthly and annual targets. Additionally, the BDM will play a key role in supporting trade lane development and coordinating with other its branches for joint sales efforts. The BDM will also work to raise awareness of its services as a reputable and reliable service provider in the marketplace.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Actively promote and sell its services to new customers, targeting SME and large businesses across the region of operation.
2. Continuously secure new business opportunities to meet and exceed monthly/annual revenue and gross profit targets.
3. Generate leads, pursue potential clients, and register opportunities in the CRM system.
4. Ensure customer data and sales visits are accurately recorded in the ERP-based CRM.
5. Maintain and develop relationships with new and existing customers by regularly visiting accounts and validating service levels.
6. Provide timely and professional follow-up to customer communications, enhancing value-added services.
7. Negotiate with customers, ensuring adherence to company pricing guidelines while maximizing profits.
8. Support the development of strategic trade lanes by identifying key trade opportunities and increasing traffic on these lanes.
9. Work with internal trade lane teams to promote its offerings in specific lanes to both new and existing customers.
10. Develop and execute strategies to grow market share and profitability in key trade lanes.

Market Representation & Promotion:

1. Represent it in the marketplace by actively promoting the brand to customers, vendors, and industry stakeholders.
2. Raise awareness of its services as a reputable and reliable provider, establishing a strong presence in the market.
3. Promote core trade lines and consolidation products to both existing and potential customers, with the goal of increasing profitability.

Collaboration and coordination with WeFreight Branches:

1. Collaborate with other branches to align on trade lane strategies and support global opportunities.
2. Conduct joint sales calls with colleagues from other branches, ensuring a coordinated approach to large customers and cross-border opportunities.
3. Actively share and identify business opportunities across the network, enhancing the overall company performance.

Strategic Planning & Market Analysis:

1. Identify and map market opportunities, designing and implementing strategic approaches to capture new business.
2. Participate in weekly/monthly sales meetings, sharing insights on market trends and customer needs.
3. Gather market intelligence to help develop broader market strategies, contributing to the company's overall growth.

Operational Collaboration:

1. Work closely with the Operations and Customer Service departments to ensure the successful execution of customer SOPs.
2. Support the operations team in delivering quality service to meet customer expectations and business objectives.

Financial and Administrative Support:

1. Collaborate with the receivables team to follow up on outstanding customer payments.
2. Provide feedback from customers to management regarding its products and services, ensuring continuous improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

1. Achievement of monthly/annual sales and gross profit targets.
2. Number of new customers acquired, and new revenue streams developed.
3. Growth and development of key trade lanes.
4. Level of customer satisfaction and retention.
5. Coordination and success in joint sales efforts with other WeFreight branches.
6. Timeliness and accuracy in CRM data input and reporting.
7. Conversion rate of sales visits to revenue-generating business.

Key interactions (Internal | External)

External: Customers | Trade summits |

Internal: Sales & BD | Finance | HR | Operations | Management | Other Branch offices

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.

Competencies and skills:

1. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in the freight forwarding or logistics industry.
2. Proven track record of achieving sales targets and generating revenue.
3. Strong understanding of the market and its business dynamics.
4. Experience in trade lane development and working within a global network.
5. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work independently with a self-motivated and disciplined approach.
7. Proficiency in using CRM and ERP systems for tracking sales and customer information.
8. Strong strategic thinking and market analysis skills.
9. Experience in coordinating across branches or regions to drive business growth.

Core Competencies:

1. Customer-focused and results-driven.
2. Commercially minded with a strong drive for profit generation.
3. Strong ability to promote and sell products and services effectively.
4. Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
5. Collaborative team player with cross-departmental and cross-regional coordination skills.

Follow WeFreight on LinkedIn for new jobs and updates.

Element has an opportunity for a Business Development Manager , Environmental for KSA.

In this role, you will be responsible for pursuing sales opportunities to sell Chemistry & Environmental testing related services to clients in the upstream, downstream, and infrastructure sectors while reporting directly to the Senior Business Development Manager. You will exercise appropriate leadership to maximize team effectiveness with an inside sales function, lab managers who play an active part in sales, and Element's global Technical Leaders where necessary.

This position will be based in Dammam Second Industrial area, KSA.

• Establish and proactively maintain a strong professional relationship with key decision makers and influencers within assigned accounts, driving profitable sales expansion with a focus on acquiring new and re-engaging with dormant accounts, while growing existing clients.
• Gather and analyze market and industry intelligence, metrics, and trends to determine customer needs and identify opportunities early in the sales cycle to ensure maximum share of wallet for Element.
• Deliver business development related presentations, negotiate, and close business with nominated accounts, providing positive representation of Element to the public, customers, vendors, and all employees through various professional engagements.
• Prepare reports and presentations showing sales volume by sector, region, location, potential sales, and areas of proposed client base expansion, and follow up in a timely manner on quotations for the assigned customer base.
• Achieve sales goals by converting, retaining, and penetrating accounts, working closely with other sales roles and technical support to maximize sales in the territory.
• Actively utilize CRM to record activities, ensuring contact details are accurate, new information is added, and accurate call/visit logs are recorded.

• Significant technical experience with sales responsibilities; able to interface with clients, win new work, and determine their requirements.
• Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) / Environmental Engineering preferred, but other four-year relevant degrees will be considered. Point source emissions testing and industrial hygiene experience is a plus.
• Experience in interpreting testing procedures and requirements, and proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Dynamics AX and CRM, Word, Excel).
• Availability, flexibility, and maturity to represent the company at a broad range of events/projects in the community, with customers, and within the company.
• Ability to remain calm when faced with pressure related to deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills to meet a variety of communication needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that foster open communication. Ability to travel up to 75% of the time; some overnight travel may be required.

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes, and services are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail, and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work-related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources.

We are seeking a Business Development Specialist to join our Downstream Transaction Development Department.

Downstream Growth and Development (DG&D) implements the Company’s downstream growth strategy through the development of profitable investment opportunities, mergers & acquisitions (M&A) and joint venture partnerships in the areas of integrated refining and petrochemicals, marketing, retail, lubricants and other areas of the downstream business.

Downstream Transaction Development Department (DTDD) executes approved transactions within the downstream business by managing a comprehensive due diligence process, identifying synergies, mitigating risks, deal structuring and conducting negotiations.

You will lead the execution of complex and high-value transactions, including overseeing the initiation of due diligence, different valuation methodologies, structure and strategic negotiation of deals.

As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

1. Prepare for and conduct negotiations to secure a deal that is consistent with Saudi Aramco's offer, investor expectations and set parameters.
2. Coordinate efforts across internal teams and external advisors to ensure alignment with the strategic intent of the transaction.
3. Provide detailed updates and insights to management, focusing on project impact and alignment with strategic objectives.
4. Identify and mitigate risks throughout the transaction lifecycle.
5. Ensure smooth integration post-transaction closure.
6. Lead efforts to formulate resource and funding plans to transform business proposals from concept to a closed deal.
7. Participate in creating the commercial, financial and technical framework for the deal.
8. Lead evaluation of business opportunities including valuation techniques and methodologies.
9. Define the scope of due diligence required and coordinate due diligence activities; present results of valuation and due diligence activities and lead the development of commercial agreements.
10. Mentor and guide young team members, fostering their growth and high-quality deliverables.

As the successful candidate you must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical preferred, or other disciplines), Business, Finance or Economics from a recognized and approved program. An MBA or a relevant advanced degree is strongly preferred.

You must have:

1. Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in downstream business development, with a strong track record of technical, economic and commercial experience in downstream businesses such as refining, petrochemicals, marketing (wholesale & retail), lubricants, logistics and storage with a deep understanding of associated operations, optimization and value-chain integration.
2. Experience in executing term sheets and definitive agreements typical in downstream transactions, along with management of post-transaction integrations, setup and readiness.
3. An adequate understanding of financial analysis of companies and valuation methodologies; commercial principles of a transaction; different types of transactions.
4. Professional Certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) are preferred.
5. Experience in drafting, negotiating, and executing term sheets and definitive agreements typical in downstream transactions, as well as leading the management of post-transaction integration and readiness phases.
6. Strong proficiency in financial analysis, valuation methodologies, transaction structuring, and an in-depth understanding of the commercial principles of various transaction types.
7. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of international business practices and cross-cultural professional dynamics.
8. Demonstrate a leadership role in executing and negotiating complex definitive agreements with a focus on large-scale downstream transactions.

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.

The role involves preparing competitive tenders, supporting client engagement, and contributing to the successful delivery of geotechnical projects.

• Support business development through market research, client meetings, and presentations.
• Prepare cost estimates, technical proposals, and tender submissions.
• Coordinate with technical and project teams to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Assist in project handover and provide support during execution.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years’ business development experience in construction or engineering.
• Proven estimation/tendering background in geotechnical works.
• Exposure to project management or technical execution is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.