Business Developer for Middle East amp Africa Markets

Hello potential future Oatly employee. Its us the original oat drink company that started in Sweden back 25 or so years ago.

In the last few years weve emerged as a popular and pioneering dairyalternative player in the market. Were actively expanding our presence in the MEA markets to contribute to discussions about the longterm future of the food and beverage industry. With this growth were seeking more brilliant minds to join us in sustaining the momentum and keeping the oat drink flowing.

We exist to make it easy for people to eat better and live healthier lives without recklessly taxing the planets resources in the process. If this resonates with you then maybe youd like to work for Oatly too. So lets get to the formal stuff.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

Join our team as a Business Developer for the Middle East & Africa region you willplay a pivotal role in growing our regional presence. You will be collaboratingclosely with the Regional Manager based in Malm and lead the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities with a primary focus on Retail Foodservice and Ecommerce expansion through key account and distributor management.

In this dynamic role your purpose will be to achieve budgeted targets and drive revenue growth by cultivating relationships with key clients partners and distributors. You willidentify and negotiate strategic partnerships aligned with company objectives enhancing brand visibility and market share.As a Business Developer you will be instrumental in shaping our expansion strategies ensuring a strong and sustainable presence in MEA markets.

Heres the main elements of the role...

• Develop and implement omnichannel strategies to acquire new clients ensuring satisfaction and retention in Retail Foodservice & Ecommerce.
• Collaborate with internal (marketing sales operations) and external (Distributors) teams for a cohesive approach in addressing Retail Foodservice and Ecommerce.
• Represent the brand at events conferences and networking opportunities to enhance brand awareness and credibility.
• Forecast and achieve sales targets contributing significantly to the organizations financial success.

The role is based in Dubai.

NOW THAT YOU ARE CURIOUS ABOUT THE ROLE; DO YOU THINK ITS A MATCH

Youvereadabout the role andnowyour imagination isflying at full speed. To be successful in this position we are looking for someone with at least three years of experience in a similar role.

Hereare the qualities werelooking for do you recognize them in yourself

• ResultOriented and GoalDriven:

Unleash your determination to achieve remarkable results that align with our mission.

• Effective Communication and Influencing Skills:

Using your powerful communication and influence to spread the Oatly message far and wide.

• Negotiation and Relationship Building:

Be the negotiator forging strong and lasting relationships as we build a sustainable future together.

• Strategic Thinking and DecisionMaking:
  

Join us in making decisions with strategic precision and foresight contributing to the growth of Oatly.

• Cultural Sensitivity and Adaptability:

Navigate the dynamic world with cultural sensitivity and effortless adaptability reflecting our diverse and inclusive values.

• Indepth knowledge of Local Market Industry Trends and Competitive Landscape:

Immerse yourself in the local market ride industry trends and stand tall amid competition propelling Oatly to new heights.

Have excellent business skills make a lasting impact on goals and help our company thrive and apassionate advocate of the sustainability agenda who wants to create societal shifts and drive the plantbased revolution to create something lasting that is good for the planet and the humans on it.

YOUR APPLICATION

We value diversity and inclusion and welcome people from all backgrounds who see sustainability and health as important values. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. If you have the curiosity passion and collaborative spirit lets do this together! It will be fun!

Apply no later than March 17th.

We treat all candidates equally: If you are interested please apply through our application system any correspondence should come from there. This will ensure that the candidate experience is smooth and fair to everyone!

The Oatly Way

Oatly is a company built on the idea of change. Our mission is to help people upgrade their everyday lives and the health of the planet by making tasteful oatbased food products accessible to a wider audience in a worldclass manner. Its why we come to work every day. With head office in Malm and production in Sweden Netherlands China Singapore and the US our products are available in almost 30 countries across Europe North America and Asia.

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