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SMSA Express, a market leader in the courier industry, has been providing services to businesses and individuals since 1994. With a solid business platform, SMSA Express offers a range of services including international and domestic express transportation, freight services, e-commerce solutions, and specialized logistics for the healthcare sector. The company has established a vast network connecting 230 countries, making it a preferred logistics partner for numerous organizations and governmental entities. SMSA Express is dedicated to delivering cost-effective and diverse shipping services with a commitment to time-sensitive service and security compliance.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Business Development Manager located in Shuwaikh. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building and maintaining relationships with clients, and developing strategies to increase the company's market share. Day-to-day tasks include conducting market research, attending industry events, creating proposals, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure client satisfaction and achieve sales targets.

Qualifications

• Strong business acumen and strategic planning skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or a related field
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Proficiency in market research and data analysis
• Experience in the logistics or courier industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Fluency in English; additional language skills are beneficial
• Willingness to travel as required

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Freight and Package Transportation

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• Formulation of ingredient/process recipes and product-related procedures.
• Building relations with suppliers to explore new ingredients and technologies for new products and ingredient matching purposes.
• Preparation and update of technical specifications and product declarations.
• Follow-up on matters relating to recipes, procedures, equipment, and quality on new products after commercial trials.
• Conduct laboratory scale trials and supervise pilot plant trials.
• Updating records of planning and status reports of activities.
• Leading troubleshooting exercises.
• Developing new product concepts and prototypes.
• Conducting product testing and evaluation.
• Ensuring that new products meet KDD's quality standards.
• Complying with all relevant regulations.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Food / Dairy Technology or a related field.
• Work Experience: Minimum of 7 years in food innovation/development.

• Strong project management skills for overseeing product development from concept to launch.
• Knowledge of quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Capability to evaluate product performance and testing results.
• Experience in exploring new ingredients and technologies.
• Ability to develop new product concepts and prototypes.
• Creativity in improving and re-engineering existing products.
• Keen attention to detail in all aspects of product development.
• Ensuring accuracy and compliance in documentation and processes.
• Effective collaboration with R&D, marketing, and production teams.
• Understanding of industry regulations and standards.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Job function: Product Management and Marketing.
• Industry: Dairy Product Manufacturing.

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• Formulation of ingredient/process recipes and product-related procedures.
• Building relation with suppliers to explore new ingredients and technologies for new products and ingredient matching purposes.
• Preparation and update technical specifications and product declarations.
• Follow up on matters relating to recipe, procedures, equipment, and quality on new products after commercial trials.
• Conduct laboratory scale trials and supervise pilot plant trials.
• Updating records of planning and status reports of activities.
• Taking lead role in troubleshooting exercises.
• Developing new product concepts and prototypes.
• Conducting product testing and evaluation.
• Ensuring that new products meet KDD`s quality standards.
• Complying with all relevant regulations.
  
  

• Education: Bachelor's degree in relevant field of Food / Dairy Technology.
• Work Experience: Minimum required experience of 7 years of experience in the field of food innovation/development.
  
  

• Strong project management skills to oversee the development of new products from concept to launch
• Knowledge of quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Capability to evaluate product performance and testing results
• Ability to prepare and update technical specifications and product declarations
• Experience in exploring new ingredients and technologies
• Ability to develop new product concepts and prototypes
• Creativity in improving and re-engineering existing products
• Keen attention to detail in every aspect of product development
• Ensuring accuracy and compliance in all documentation and processes
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including R&D, marketing, and production
• Understanding of relevant regulations and standards in the food industry

XS is a licensed fast-growing Multi-Asset CFD Broker, looking to hire a dynamic Business Development Manager - Kuwait to join our dynamic team of experts!

XS has received numerous awards such as the “Best Multi-Asset Broker” from the Forex Traders Summit Dubai 2023 and the “Best Institutional Forex Broker” from the FinTech and Crypto Summit Bahrain 2023. The Company maintains a positive and friendly atmosphere and is building a solid team with high-level professionals. As the company expands, our talented employees will have many growth opportunities and exciting benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop business relationships with prospective clients and partners in the Kuwait market.
• Manage existing Partners’ relationships and provide the highest level of service in a timely manner.
• Promote the company’s financial products and services.
• Using existing relationships with partners to generate new business.
• Keep up to date with the financial markets on a daily basis.
• Follow the company’s policies and procedures.
• Provide progress feedback to the management.
• Organize and host seminars to potential and prospective partners.

Qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or any related field.
• 3+ years of experience in business development or in a Sales role in the Kuwait market.
• Experience in the same industry is a must.
• Good English skills (verbal and written).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and self-driven.

Our offer:

• Competitive Remuneration.
• Competition Allowances.
• Medical Insurance.
• Work within a global and fast-growing organization.
• Friendly, supportive, positive, and professional team of experts.
• Multicultural and diverse environment .
• Full-time employment.

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If you have a passion for Business Development, and are eager to contribute to a dynamic team, don't hesitate to apply today! We're excited to review your application.

XS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note: We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

M.H. Alshaya Co. is currently recruiting 2 Research & Development Managers to support eGroups continued growth plans for 2014. We are seeking to appoint experienced individuals with expertise in the either the Architecture or .NET domain.

Reporting to the Solutions Director, this is a leadership level technology architect/integrator role responsible for architecting, adapting, integrating and implementing technology solutions.

You will be self-directed and capable of working with abstract concepts within the context of the goals of the organization to develop multi-layered enterprise level solutions that comprehend and specify business, application, data and infrastructure designs.

Responsibilities include:

1. As a lead architect, own and shape up the enterprise technology solutions architecture. Bring on board cross-enterprise industry recognized expertise and all of the capabilities along with a strong practically based working knowledge.
2. Lead enterprise level technology decisions and recommendations across multiple domain areas. Includes identification and mitigation of technology related risks introduced into the enterprise by technology decisions. Responsible for integration and cohesion of developed solutions.
3. Work closely with Senior Managers Development to shape up the architecture, framework and technology of internally developed solutions.
4. Manage a team to drive technology adaptations and research to find the best technology and solution including commercial deployment.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A post-graduate qualification in computer science/computer engineering from an internationally reputed university/institution.
2. At least 6 years of experience in a similar environment in leading architecting, development and deployment of enterprise solutions in the areas of Retail Store, business workflows and automation, intranet/extranet portal, Mobile, E-Commerce.
3. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft .NET, Linux, Java, J2EE, SOA, Oracle, Oracle/SharePoint, portals/collaboration suite, Smart phone and tablet technologies, workflow technologies.
4. Experience in Agile system development methodologies and project management.
5. A problem solver with strong drive for results.
6. Team management skills.
7. Senior level credibility and be a highly flexible and motivated individual.

About The Company:
M.H. Alshaya is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 of the world’s most recognised retail brands including Mothercare, H&M, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, Harvey Nichols, Boots, Starbucks, The Cheesecake Factory, Vision Express, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Pottery Barn and Office Depot. The company operates more than 2,400 stores across 7 divisions: Fashion & Footwear, Food, Health & Beauty, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Office Supplies.

Alshaya’s stores can currently be found in 19 markets across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and it employs more than 32,000 people from over 110 nationalities.

The company has established itself as the industry leader across these territories through a combination of local market understanding and a comprehensive commitment to customer service. Growth in each of its operating divisions and brands is supported by continuous investment in talent and infrastructure. It applies best practices in retail operations, merchandising, marketing, information technology, logistics, real estate, human resources and financial controls.

M.H. Alshaya is the retail business of the Alshaya Group, which was founded in Kuwait in 1890 and today represents one of the most dynamic companies in the Middle East. In addition to its retail operations, the Alshaya Group is active in a number of other sectors including real estate, automotive, hotels, trading and investments.