Summary
Abdulla Bin Zayed Investment Group is seeking a Business Development Executive to grow its frozen chicken and seafood business in the UAE. The role focuses on winning and managing wholesale, supermarket, and HORECA accounts, meeting sales targets, negotiating pricing, and coordinating stock, imports, and cold-chain delivery. Applicants should have 3–5 years of frozen-food sales experience in the UAE, an active food-buyer network, logistics knowledge, and a valid UAE driving license; English is required. The role is based in Dubai, with competitive salary, sales incentives or commission, a car or transportation allowance, and UAE Labor Law benefits.
The posting
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We are hiring a Business Development Executive to grow our frozen chicken and seafood business in the UAE. Your main role is to bring in new clients, expand existing accounts, achieve sales targets, and oversee smooth cold-chain delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Growth: Target wholesalers, supermarkets, and HORECA (hotels, restaurants, catering) to meet monthly and annual sales targets.
Pricing & Negotiations: Prepare quotes and negotiate terms to maximize sales volume and profit margins.
Market Tracking: Monitor local market prices, competitor activity, and product demand to guide pricing and inventory strategies.
Logistics Coordination: Partner with procurement and warehouse teams to secure stock, track import arrivals, and maintain cold-chain integrity.
Account Management: Visit clients regularly, handle quality issues promptly, and follow up on payments to keep receivables within credit limits.
Compliance: Ensure all activities meet UAE food safety laws, Dubai Municipality standards, and Halal certification requirements.
Candidate Requirements
Experience: 3–5 years selling frozen food (chicken/seafood) in the UAE with an active network of food buyers.
Logistics Knowledge: Hands-on experience with cold-chain operations, stock control, and customs clearance.
Education & Skills: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Skilled in negotiation, pricing, MS Excel, and CRM/ERP systems.
Languages: English proficiency required. Arabic, Hindi, or Urdu is a plus.
License & Travel: Valid UAE driving license required; willing to travel across the UAE.
What We Offer
Competitive salary plus sales incentives/commission.
Car/transportation allowance.
UAE Labor Law benefits (medical insurance, annual leave, air ticket).
Growth opportunities within a multi-business group.