Assistant Business Development Manager

Wide Tropism Trading Sdn. Bhd.; Gombak; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic trading company based in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to lead sales growth and strengthen partnerships with major pharmacy chains like Watsons and Guardian. In this role, you will drive brand visibility and manage a small team while developing innovative strategies for market differentiation. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Business Administration and have a proven track record in the pharmacy retail sector.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience managing pharmacy chains in FMCG.
• Track record in driving sales growth in the pharmacy retail sector.
• Willingness to travel as needed for business growth.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage partnerships with pharmacy chains.
• Monitor sales performance and manage trade spending.
• Lead creative strategies for brand differentiation.
• Supervise staff and ensure execution of campaigns.
• Deliver monthly performance reports and analyze data.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Step up and lead! We are looking for a passionate and results‑driven Assistant Manager to drive sales growth, strengthen partnerships, and expand our brand presence across leading pharmacy chains like Watsons and Guardian.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Leadership: Build and manage strong partnerships with pharmacy chains to meet business objectives, uncover new opportunities, and boost brand visibility.
• Sales & Distribution: Monitor sales performance, manage trade spend, and work with marketing teams to ensure product availability and maximize ROI.
• Innovative Growth: Lead creative strategies for brand differentiation, support in-store activations, and propose innovative solutions to stay ahead of competition.
• Team Collaboration & Leadership: Supervise 1–2 staff members, mentor your team, and ensure smooth execution of campaigns while acting as a bridge between accounts and internal teams.
• Data‑Driven Insights: Deliver monthly performance reports, analyze data to enhance strategies, and take ownership of sales targets with execution excellence.

What You’ll Bring

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field, with at least 2 years’ experience managing pharmacy chains (Watsons, Guardian) in FMCG.
• Proven Expertise: Strong track record in handling key accounts, driving sales growth, and expanding distribution within the pharmacy retail sector.
• Skills: Excellent leadership, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel as needed to manage accounts and support business growth.

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