Job Description

Position Title: Business Development Executive - Garments & Textiles

Department: Business Development / Sales

Reports To: Business Development Manager

Location: Qatar

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry Focus:

Garment Manufacturing, Textiles, Apparel

JOB SUMMARY

The Business Development Executive (BDE) supports the BDM in identifying and securing new business opportunities within the garment sector. With practical production experience, the BDE engages potential clients, supports proposal development, and ensures smooth communication between clients and the production team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead Generation & Prospecting

Research and identify potential clients in Qatar/GCC (corporate, retail, hospitality, fashion brands).

Conduct cold calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach.

Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking sessions.

2. Client Support & Communication

Assist in preparing presentations, samples, and quotations.

Schedule and participate in client meetings and factory visits.

Serve as a liaison between clients and production/design teams.

Provide clients with updates on order progress.

3. Production Knowledge Application

Use hands-on garment production experience to:

Explain manufacturing processes to clients

Advise on suitable materials and techniques

Help clients visualize final product feasibility

Support in creating tech packs and product specifications.

4. Sales Administration

Maintain client database and sales records in CRM.

Follow up on proposals and pending orders.

Prepare regular activity and pipeline reports.

5. Market Intelligence

Gather information on competitor offerings and pricing.

Report on customer feedback and market demands.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education: Diploma or Bachelor's in Business, Textile, Fashion, or related.

Experience:

3-5 years in sales, business development, or client relations.

At least 2 years in garment manufacturing, production, or textile industry (in Qatar or home country).

Experience in uniform sales, retail buying, or fabric sourcing is advantageous.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Good understanding of garment production stages

Basic knowledge of fabrics, trims, and garment costing

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated and target-driven

Familiarity with CRM and MS Office

English required; Arabic

KPIs

Number of qualified leads generated per month

Meeting and presentation targets

Proposal submission rate

Support in achieving team sales targets

COMMON REQUIREMENTS FOR BOTH ROLES

Production Experience Must Include:

Knowledge of cutting, stitching, finishing, quality control

Understanding of sourcing, fabrics, and trims

Experience with tech packs, samples, and production timelines

Awareness of industry compliance and standards

Preferred for Qatar Market:

Existing contacts with Qatar-based brands, hotels, corporates, or government entities

Understanding of Qatar's business culture and regulations

Ability to navigate local industry networks

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidate can apply direct through Indeed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: QAR5,000.00 per month