Business Development Director

Michael Page; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in contamination control is seeking a Business Development Director to lead international operations and drive expansion in Southeast Asia. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector, strong technical knowledge, and proficiency in English. This role offers significant growth opportunities in a results-driven culture.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth

Be part of a results-driven culture

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including global market exposure.
• Strong understanding of the life science industry and its international markets.
• Fast learner with the ability to quickly grasp product knowledge and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow international business operations.
• Drive global market development and cultivate client relationships.
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities and analyze product applications.

Skills

Sales network in Southeast Asia

Technical expertise in contamination control consumables

Strong commercial acumen

Proficient English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

• Be part of a company driving global expansion in a high-demand industry
• Strategic role with significant impact and professional growth opportunities

About Our Client

Our client is a leading player in the contamination control industry, specializing in advanced consumables for highly regulated sectors. They have a strong international presence and are focused on expanding their footprint in global markets, especially across Southeast Asia. Driven by aggressive growth strategies and innovation, they are currently seeking a Business Development Director to lead and accelerate their expansion plans in this region.

Job Description

The Business Development Director will be responsible to lead and grow international business operations. This role involves driving global market development, cultivating strong client relationships, and achieving ambitious sales objectives to support the company's worldwide expansion strategy. Among the many responsibilities some are listed below:

• Build and lead high-performing international business teams.
• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify opportunities and analyze product applications across key regions.
• Navigate complex regulatory environments to understand market entry requirements and ensure compliance.
• Assess the competitive market for contamination control consumables through supplier evaluations and technology analysis.
• Develop and manage strategic agency partnerships, including selection and negotiation.
• Enhance distributor capabilities through targeted training programs and event support.
• Plan and execute participation in major international industry exhibitions to boost brand awareness.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Business Development Director should have:

• Bachelor's degree or higher with over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including global market exposure.
• A strong understanding of the life science industry and its international markets.
• Preference given to candidates with established sales networks in Southeast Asia.
• Strong technical expertise in contamination control consumables paired with solid commercial acumen
• Fast learner with the ability to quickly grasp product knowledge and market dynamics.
• Proficient in English communication with willingness to travel internationally.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a company with exciting growth plans
• Be part of a results-driven culture