Business Development Manager Africa & Levant

About the role

As Business Development Manager for Africa & Levant, you will shape the region’s long‑term growth agenda for Ferrero. You will identify new market opportunities, translate insights into clear plans and support commercial teams in implementing strategic initiatives across multiple countries.

Key responsibilities

• Connect strategy with action by uncovering opportunities and delivering business outcomes across markets, channels and customers.
• Design and drive growth initiatives such as route‑to‑market transformations, market entry projects, new business models and expansion plans.
• Develop business cases, growth forecasts and scenario analyses to inform investment decisions.
• Identify and disseminate best practices across markets to accelerate performance.
• Prepare executive‑level presentations and strategic recommendations for regional leadership.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional and country teams to turn opportunities into measurable results.

Required profile

• 8–10 years of experience in strategy, business development, commercial excellence or consulting, preferably in an international FMCG environment.
• Proven track record of leading strategic projects, building business cases and translating data into growth recommendations.
• Strong analytical judgment with ability to work with commercial and financial data, forecasts and scenario modelling.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing senior leaders and creating clear presentations.
• Fluent in English and willing to travel across the region.

Required skills

What we offer

• Access to Ferrero’s benefits and career development programmes.