Business Development Specialist (Freelance / UAE Resident)

About Pleny Pleny is the ultimate social network for foodies! By tapping into the power of food to bring people together, we’ve created a space to discover, engage, and connect. From linking food lovers and bloggers to discovering new dishes and personalized food experiences, Pleny is more than an app—it’s a vibrant community disrupting the food industry with a social and powerful impact. We are looking for a proactive Business Development Specialist for a freelance role based in the UAE. This is a job-to-be-done opportunity with no fixed working hours—perfect to execute after standard work hours or on a flexible schedule! Your goal will be to drive restaurant partnerships and coordinate in-person video shoots across Dubai. Role Responsibilities: 1. Restaurant Outreach & Partnership Development • Outreach: Proactively contact target restaurants across Dubai via WhatsApp, email, and phone calls using Pleny’s templates and profile (done on your own schedule). • Decision-Maker Connect: Pitch and connect directly with marketing managers and decision-makers to explain Pleny’s value. • Shoot Concept Pitch: Present our video review concept (in-person visits, showcasing signature dishes, and cross-platform social media coverage). • "Secret Meal" Agreement: Propose and agree on a signature "secret meal" to feature in each video shoot. • Closing: Confirm collaborations in writing, manage follow-ups, and book official shoot dates. 2. In-Person Meetings & Shoot Coordination • On-Ground Meetings: Visit restaurants across Dubai to present collaborations and close agreements in person where needed (scheduled at your convenience/after hours). • Production Coordination: Coordinate shoot dates and agreed signature dishes seamlessly with Pleny’s production team. • Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for restaurants until the video shoot is completed. Requirements: • Job Type: Freelance / Output-Based (No fixed working hours; can be done after your regular work hours). • Language: Must be a fluent Arabic speaker (English fluency is also required). • Location: Must be a current UAE resident (valid residency visa required). • Experience: Experience in Sales, Business Development, or Partnership Management (F&B background preferred). • Strong organizational and follow-up skills to manage multiple leads independently. Show more Show less

Job Type: Freelance / Output-Based (No fixed working hours; can be done after your regular work hours). Language: Must be fluent in Arabic (English fluency also required). Location: Current UAE resident with valid residency visa. Experience: Experience in Sales, Business Development, or Partnership Management (F&B background preferred). Strong organizational and follow-up skills to manage multiple leads independently.

1. Restaurant Outreach & Partnership Development: Proactively contact target restaurants across Dubai via WhatsApp, email, and phone using templates; Connect with marketing managers/decision-makers to explain Pleny’s value; Pitch and present our video review concept; Propose and agree on a signature "secret meal"; Close collaborations in writing, manage follow-ups, and book official shoot dates. 2. In-Person Meetings & Shoot Coordination: Conduct on-ground meetings to present collaborations and close agreements; Coordinate shoot dates and signature dishes with Pleny’s production team; Serve as primary contact for restaurants until video shoot completion.