وظيفة مدير تطوير المبيعات شاغرة لدى Uplift People Consulting في الرياض

Our client, an international quantum computing company, is looking for a Sales Development Manager to develop new business opportunities across Saudi Arabia.

You will engage major Saudi enterprises, government entities and PIF portfolio companies, turning initial interest in advanced technology into qualified meetings and proof-of-concept (POC) opportunities.

What you’ll do

• Research target accounts and identify decision-makers across digital, AI, innovation, strategy and R&D teams.
• Proactively develop new business opportunities through targeted outreach, partner introductions and industry events.
• Generate and lead discovery meetings to understand customer challenges and assess where quantum computing could create business value.
• Qualify opportunities based on business needs, technical relevance, stakeholder engagement, timelines and budget potential.
• Work closely with the business development lead and technical teams to shape use cases, scope PoCs and develop compelling proposals.
• Support opportunities throughout the commercial cycle, from initial engagement and qualification through negotiation and contract signing.
• Build relationships with cloud providers, consulting firms, technology integrators and local innovation networks.
• Prepare clear presentations, proposals and business cases, translating complex technical concepts into accessible business language.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, track opportunity progress and share insights on customer priorities and market readiness.
• Coordinate a smooth handover to account management and delivery teams once agreements are signed.

What we’re looking for

• Saudi nationality.
• Typically 5+ years of relevant experience in business development, technology sales, commercial development or consulting. Candidates with a relevant master’s degree may be considered with 3-4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working in Saudi Arabia and a good understanding of its business and technology ecosystem.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn ambiguous customer challenges into practical recommendations and commercial opportunities.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities, initiating conversations and following through on next steps.
• The ability to learn complex technologies and explain their business relevance. Prior quantum computing experience is not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English, including the ability to create persuasive presentations and proposals.
• Confidence engaging senior business leaders and technical stakeholders, and collaborating across commercial and technical teams.
• A hands-on approach, strong ownership and the ability to manage multiple opportunities in parallel.

It would be a plus if you have

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or another technical discipline.
• Experience in technology-focused consulting, commercial strategy or business development within a consulting firm.
• Exposure to AI, cloud, quantum computing, deep tech or industrial innovation.
• An existing network within PIF portfolio companies, semi-government organisations or large Saudi enterprises.
• Experience developing enterprise PoCs, pilots, workshops or business cases for complex technology solutions.
• Familiarity with Vision 2030 and Saudi Arabia’s innovation priorities.
• Exposure to sectors such as energy, telecom, financial services, logistics, smart cities, aviation, mining or manufacturing.