Cisco Business Development Manager **General Information** Req # WD00082631 Career area: Sales Support Country/Region: Saudi Arabia State: Riyadh City: Riyadh Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025 Working time: Full-time **Additional Locations** : * Saudi Arabia **Why Work at Lenovo** We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers. Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com , and read about the latest news via ourStoryHub (https://news.lenovo.com/) . Lenovo is proud to have announced last year a strategic collaboration with Alat, a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF). This partnership includes a significant agreement for US$2 billion in zero coupon convertible bonds, representing a major milestone in our commitment to growth and innovation. The strategic collaboration was formally established by the CEOs of both companies, who inaugurated during LEAP 2025 the land designated for the construction of a new state-of-the-art sustainable factory in Riyadh (SILZ). Our vision is to become the leading technology partner supporting Saudi Vision 2030 with the mission in mind to position Lenovo as the leading global technology powerhouse in KSA, spearheading major ICT projects linked to the execution of Saudi Vision 2030. This new facility & operation underscore our dedication to sustainability and economic development. We are seeking talent to join us in this groundbreaking venture and this exciting journey in the Kingdom. **Description and Requirements** Lenovo is rapidly growing, and we are seeking a Regional Business Development Manager. You will play a pivotal role in capitalizing on the recent strategic partnership between Lenovo and Cisco. This collaboration aims to integrate Cisco's networking and security solutions with Lenovo’s hardware, cloud, and edge infrastructure. You will lead efforts to expand market penetration, identify new business opportunities, and support the successful launch and growth of these joint offerings in your region. Working closely with Lenovo and Cisco stakeholders, you will develop regional go-to-market strategies, create targeted sales approaches, and ensure seamless execution to drive revenue growth. This role is ideal for a proactive, strategic thinker with experience in B2B technology sales, networking, cloud, and data center infrastructure. **What you will do:** + Develop and implement regional business development plan that aligns with Lenovo & Cisco Solutions and goals. + Lead regional sales efforts, including pipeline development, account targeting, and lead generation for Lenovo Cisco Solutions. + Collaborate with Lenovo /Cisco sales teams to position joint solutions effectively identify, and close high-value deals. + Serve as the main point of contact for Lenovo Cisco Solutions in the region, coordinating cross-functional (sales, marketing, technical) efforts to ensure customer satisfaction. + Provide technical and strategic guidance to clients, showcasing the unique benefits and ROI of Lenovo Cisco solutions. + Conduct training sessions and workshops for internal and partner sales teams to build solution knowledge and confidence. + Achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) for regional growth, including revenue targets, market share, and customer acquisition metrics. + Prepare regular performance reports and analysis for senior management, identifying areas for improvement and opportunities for growth. **What do we expect from you:** + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Information Technology, or a related field (MBA preferred). + 10+ years of experience in sales, or business development role in the technology industry. Experience of working with Cisco. + Strong communication skills in Arabic and English. + Demonstrated experience with B2B technology sales, ideally within networking, data center, or cloud infrastructure. + Deep understanding of networking, security, cloud, and data center technologies. + Proven success in managing complex sales cycles and partnerships. + Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent) are advantageous. + Familiarity with Lenovo and/or Cisco product lines is a plus. **What do we offer?** + Medical Insurance + Housing Allowance + Employee Referral Bonus + Internal E-learning Development Platform Available for Employees **Work location:** Based at the Riyadh office. Travel expected within the KSA region _We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class._ **Additional Locations** : * Saudi Arabia * Saudi Arabia **AI PROCESSING NOTICE** We use AI-based tools to support some of our processes (e.g. online interviews recordings and transcripts) in order to achieve better efficiency, accuracy and for our documentation purposes. AI can make mistakes, but we always make sure that the outputs are manually reviewed by a human. You can always opt-out or contact us in case of any question.