Public Relations & Business Development Manager (Saudi National)

Doka is a world leader in providing innovative formwork, solutions and services in all areas of construction. The company is also a global supplier of well-thought-out scaffolding solutions for a varied spectrum of applications. With more than 180 sales and logistics facilities in over 60 countries, Doka has a high-performing distribution network for advice, customer service and technical support on the spot and ensures that equipment is swiftly provided – no matter how big and complex the project. Doka employs 9,000 people worldwide and is a company of the Umdasch Group, which has stood for reliability, experience and trustworthiness for more than 150 years

As a customer-focused organization, Doka understands that its greatest assets are its employees, which is why Doka is consistently looking for talented professionals who are keen to develop their career in this challenging industry.

Propelled by the direction of its national leadership, Saudi Arabia continues to be an epicentre of regional construction thanks to its various mega projects including NEOM and the Red Sea Development. Focused with an emphasis on tech, Saudi Arabia is also pioneering new on-site standards,

Advanced Formwork Co. Ltd is the distributor and service provider of Doka products in Saudi Arabia is currently looking to recruit a career driven professional to join its versatile team and support the company’s ongoing national expansion. The suitable candidate will be a qualified, natural team player who can add significant value to this highly dynamic team.

Advanced Formwork Co. Ltd (Doka) is looking for a Public Relations & Business Development Manager who needs to play a crucial role in enhancing the organization’s visibility, reputation, and growth in Saudi Arabia.

As a Public Relations & Business Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for managing communication initiatives, fostering media relationships, and identifying business opportunities. Your work will directly impact our brand image and market presence.

The employment will be based in Riyadh. If you are passionate about your work, have an inner drive to succeed and a desire to learn and grow from your experience, this could be the perfect next challenge for you.

This position requires an enthusiastic individual who understands the formwork and scaffolding industry. Your extensive experience in the construction filed, will make you successful in this role. If you are looking to work for a reputed international company within a multicultural team, then this position is an exciting opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Market Intelligence

• Conduct market research to understand industry trends, customer insights, and competitive landscape.
• Gather insights on market dynamics, customer preferences, and emerging opportunities.

Business Development

• Identify market drivers and strategies to develop and steer sales approaches.
• Develop both new and existing accounts and expand business through face-to-face contact and regular job site visits with customers as well as cold calling.
• Proactively identify potential leads and nurture relationships.
• To coordinate and effectively communicate with all relevant stakeholders within the organization, especially with global expertise center and country sales and engineering network and resources.
• To be proactively involved and accountable from tendering through project acquisition and entire project handling.
• Identify targeted marketing activities to reach potential clients.
• Explore partnership opportunities with other organizations.

Public Relations & Marketing

• Work closely with marketing, sales, and executive teams to align PR efforts with business goals.
• Develop and implement PR strategies to position Doka as the clear No.1
• Manage media relationships and ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels in alignment with global communication guidelines and strategy.
• Identify targeted marketing activities to reach potential clients.
• Drive local marketing activities according to marketing calendar.

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in PR, business development, or a similar role.
• Experience working with corporate design and communication guidelines.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and networking skills.
• Ability to analyze market data and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Outstanding Commercial Business acumen -> Strong sales affinity; Ideally proven track record as BD Manager in a Construction Company or similar
• Hands-on approach and mentality
• Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Proactive personality coupled with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Willingness to improve continuously.
• Proficient computer skills using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Saudi National

Your Benefits will be:

• Dynamic working environment where teamwork, innovation, and personal development are valued.
• Training and continuous development of employees to maintain a high level of expertise and competitiveness, as well as opportunities for advancement.
• Competitive salary