Afnan Alqahatni (PMP)®
Riyadh Region
Summary
A driven and relentless learner, constantly seeking to expand my expertise and stay up to date with industry trends. My commitment to continuous growth allows me to bring fresh perspectives and innovative strategies to every project I take on. With a unique blend of skills in Business Development, Strategic Planning, and Projects Management. My unwavering commitment to excellence, adaptability, and innovation enables me to consistently deliver outstanding results and exceed expectations in fast-paced and dynamic business environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Business Development Specialist
Olayan Saudi Holding Company
02.2023 - Current
- Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify potential business opportunities, market trends, and customer needs
- Monitor industry developments, competitor activities, and emerging market trends to stay ahead of the competition
- Identify new target markets and evaluate their potential for business expansion
- Collaborate with the business development team to define and refine the company's growth strategies
- Contribute to the development of business plans, including market entry strategies, product/service positioning, and pricing strategies
- Assist in the identification and evaluation of potential partnerships, acquisitions, and other strategic opportunities
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry influencers
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of business development initiatives, including tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyzing results
- Prepare regular reports on business development activities, progress towards targets, and market insights for management review
Sales Coordinator
S & P GLOBAL
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Establish and maintain relationships with potential and existing customers, partners, and stakeholders
- This includes developing and executing outreach strategies, making sales calls, and conducting meetings to discuss business opportunities and build trust
- Provide regular reports to management on sales activities, customer interactions, market research data, and other metrics that measure the success of business development efforts
- Comply with the organization's mission and value statements
- Managing strategic accounts, including developing and executing account plans, fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring customer satisfaction
- Successfully handled a project of launching new products in the Saudi Market and registering new clients.
Sales and Marketing Coordinator
Advanced Construction Technology Services
06.2020 - 02.2023
- Working with the marketing team to plan and execute marketing campaigns
- Include creating marketing materials, managing social media accounts, and tracking campaign performance
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the team, scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and handling correspondence with vendors and customers
- Actively participate in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to enhance the company's visibility and foster new business relationships.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - English Language and Literature
Shaqra University
2020
Skills
- Demonstrated ability to conduct market analysis, identify target markets, and assess market trends Proficient in using market research tools and techniques to gather relevant data and derive actionable insights
- Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners Skilled in networking, establishing rapport, and fostering partnerships to drive business growth
- Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to secure favourable agreements and contracts Proficient in negotiating terms, managing contract lifecycles, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Proficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously, from inception to completion
- Business analysis
- Analytical problem solving
Certification
(Project Management Professional), Project Management Institute (PMI),
Strategy and Sustainability from IESE Business School
Data Analysis and Visualization from the University at Buffalo
Timeline
Business Development Specialist
Olayan Saudi Holding Company
02.2023 - Current
Sales Coordinator
S & P GLOBAL
01.2021 - 02.2023
Sales and Marketing Coordinator
Advanced Construction Technology Services
06.2020 - 02.2023
Bachelor's Degree - English Language and Literature
Shaqra University
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