Business Development Manager – Consumer Health (Jeddah based) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Full time | Hybrid | R1537207 APPLY NOW SHARE THIS JOB Role Overview IQVIA is seeking a high-performing Business Development Manager to join our Consumer Health team based in Jeddah. Reporting directly to the Business Unit Director – Consumer Health, this role will play a critical part in accelerating growth by developing new business opportunities, expanding client relationships, and positioning IQVIA as a strategic partner to leading Consumer Health and FMCG organizations in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial acumen, hands-on execution capability, and proven experience within the consumer health/FMCG sector, gained either on the manufacturer side or through services, insights, or consulting organizationssupporting CH/FMCG clients. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Growth Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities within the Consumer Health sector Drive revenue growth through new client acquisition and expansion of existing accounts Build, manage, and deliver a high-quality sales pipeline aligned with growth targets Client & Market Engagement Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across consumer health manufacturers and FMCG companies Act as a trusted commercial partner, understanding client challenges and translating them into tailored IQVIA solutions Monitor market dynamics, shopper behavior, channel evolution, and competitive activity to identify new opportunities Solution Selling & Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with IQVIA’s analytics, consulting, and delivery teams to develop differentiated, value-driven proposals Lead commercial discussions, proposal development, pricing, and contract negotiations Support seamless handover from sales to delivery to ensure client satisfaction Performance Management & Reporting Own and deliver against revenue targets, pipeline KPIs, and growth objectives Provide regular forecasts, business updates, and performance reviews directly to the BU Director – Consumer Health Ensure adherence to IQVIA governance, compliance, and commercial standards Qualifications & Experience Education Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or related field MBA or equivalent is a plus Experience (Required) 5-8+ years of experience in Sales, Business Development, or Commercial roles Mandatory experience in Consumer Health / FMCG Experience may be from: Consumer Health / FMCG manufacturer side, or Services, analytics, insights, or consulting organizations supporting CH/FMCG clients Strong understanding of the Saudi consumer health market Proven ability to sell solutions, manage complex stakeholders, and close commercial agreements Candidates with pharmaceutical-only experience and no FMCG / Consumer Health background will not be considered. Skills & Competencies Strong commercial, negotiation, and influencing skills Strategic thinker with hands-on delivery mindset Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities Fluency in English required; Arabic is a strong advantage