Business Development Specialist

About Catchers:Catchers is a leading Saudi influencer marketing agency partnering with global and regional brands — including Gucci, Dyson, STC, Ounass, Mercedes, and YSL — to craft impactful, authentic influencer campaigns. Based in Riyadh, we operate across 14+ countries and are dedicated to revolutionizing the influencer marketing space in Saudi Arabia and beyond.Role Overview:We are seeking a motivated and experienced Business Development Specialist to join our team in Riyadh. This role will focus on managing tenders on the Etimad platform while identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to drive company growth. The ideal candidate combines strong proposal writing and market research skills with a proactive, relationship-driven approach to business development in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Tenders & Proposals:

• Manage tenders and ensure compliance with all requirements on the Etimad platform.
• Write and submit technical and financial proposals that align with client needs and company goals.
• Maintain organized archives of proposals, company profiles, certifications, and pre-qualification files ready for rapid reuse.Business Growth:
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand our client base and revenue streams.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitor strategies.
• Proactively generate leads through cold and warm outreach — not solely reliant on inbound opportunities.
• Attend client meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities to build the pipeline.Client Relationships:
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with clients and stakeholders, with a focus on retention and repeat business.
• Support client meetings and pitches, and help manage expectations throughout the engagement.
• Communicate professionally in both Arabic and English across emails, proposals, and follow-ups.Collaboration & Reporting:
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions for clients.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of leads, tenders, submissions, and deadlines (CRM or structured tracker experience is a plus).
• Represent Catchers professionally in all external and public-facing settings.Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, or a relevant management field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in business development or a similar role.
• Familiarity with public sector procurement processes, or prior experience with governmental/semi-governmental clients in Saudi Arabia, is a plus — not a requirement.Knowledge and Skills:
• Strong proposal writing skills (technical and financial).
• Commercially minded, with a results-driven, target-oriented approach.
• Strong market research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, in both Arabic and English.
• Takes ownership of leads and opportunities from initial contact through to closing, with strong follow-through.
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through on deadlines.
• Discreet and professional in handling confidential client and pricing information.
• Genuine interest in influencer marketing, digital media, and the Saudi content creator landscape.
• Comfortable with local travel within Riyadh for client meetings and events; valid driving license or own transportation preferred.Language Requirements:
• Arabic: Professional working proficiency (fluent required, native a plus)
• English: Fluent

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture.Join Catchers and be part of an innovative team reshaping the influencer marketing industry!