Assistant Manager - Business Development
- Saudi Arabia
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist in the identification and assessment of international brands suitable for introduction and expansion within the GCC across segments such as Fashion, F&B, Beauty, Sports, and Home.
- Support in developing brand acquisition proposals, business plans, and market entry strategies aligned with group objectives.
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, potential partners, and white-space opportunities.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders including legal, finance, marketing, and retail operations to support due diligence and brand onboarding activities.
- Participate in contract preparation, review, and negotiation processes under the guidance of senior management.
- Assist in developing presentation materials and reports for brand meetings and strategic discussions.
- Maintain an active database of potential brand partners and track communications, leads, and follow-ups.
- Contribute to industry research and attend trade shows, exhibitions, and conferences as needed to support brand scouting and relationship building.
- Monitor and report on the performance of newly acquired brands during initial launch phases and suggest improvements.
- Ensure alignment with Apparel Group's brand standards and strategic direction during all stages of brand onboarding and development.
- 5-7 years of progressive experience in business development, retail operations, or strategic partnerships.
- Proven ability to support cross-functional collaboration and coordination across multiple departments.
- Demonstrated experience in enhancing partner engagement and supporting brand acquisition processes.
- Strong track record in identifying, negotiating, and closing high-impact brand partnerships and exceeding business KPIs for target stores.