Regional Business Development Manager (API) - Chinese speaking

Job overview and responsibility*This role will be the first business lead, with gradual team expansion planned later.- Drive API (Active Pharmaticeutical Ingredient) sales business development across the Middle East market and achieve annual sales targets and performance KPIs.- Tap market potential, acquire new clients and retain existing partnerships. Identify client demands, deliver tailored product solutions, and boost customer satisfaction and loyalty.- Arrange client meetings, product promotion events and training sessions to enhance brand awareness and product reputation.- Comply with local pharmaceutical registration regulations, trade policies and cultural norms. Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure all sales activities abide by local laws and compliance rules.- Manage daily operation and team affairs of the Middle East office, optimize work efficiency and lift overall team performance.- Fulfill other assigned duties and support the company’s strategic development in the Middle East.Required skills and experiences- 3–10 years of B2B sales or foreign trade experience in the Middle East pharmaceutical sector- Hands-on experience with API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) sales — knows the product, the buyers, and how deals are structured- Familiar with major local pharmaceutical enterprises across MENA and well-versed in regional drug registration rules- Fluent in English (working language); able to navigate local business and cultural norms across the GCC- Fluent in Mandarin is must- Work Location: Based in Dubai, UAE (long-term residency required).- Business Scope: API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) sales across the Middle East.- Available to be Dubai-based for 6+ months per year on a long-term basisPreferred skills and experiences- Arabic language proficiency- Prior experience managing or building a small sales team- Currently based in the MENA regionWhy Candidate should apply this position- Package includes: accommodation, local car rental, and fuel expenses- Early-stage ownership: first BD hire in the region, with team-building opportunity as revenue scales- Work from homeReport toTechnical Manager based in Shenzhen, ChinaInterview processOnline interview (2-3 rounds)