Business Development Executive

HI Group; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HI Group in Malaysia seeks an Executive Business Development to drive new business growth, explore emerging markets, and manage partnerships with OEMs and government agencies.

You will lead tender proposals, ensure timely delivery, and coordinate with Technical, Finance, and Project Teams to align with client requirements. Travel locally and internationally is required; strong English and Bahasa Malaysia are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, or Tender Management.
• Strong knowledge of tendering processes, ICP policies, and international trade practices.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Willing to travel locally and internationally.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities across sectors including defence, energy, infrastructure, and government projects.
• Develop and maintain relationships with OEMs, suppliers, and government agencies to support future collaborations.
• Attend and represent HI Group at trade exhibitions, conferences, and official meetings (local and international).
• Prepare and manage LOI, MoU, and collaboration agreements with partners.
• Coordinate with Technical, Finance, and Project Teams to ensure feasibility and compliance with objectives.
• Coordinate and host client or principal engagement activities as part of business-development relations.
• perform other tasks as assigned by Head of Department/Management.

Skills

Tendering knowledge

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Project tracking tools

Negotiation skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project tracking tools

Job description

The Executive Business Development plays a dual-role function as both a frontline strategist and operational lead within the department. This position is responsible for driving new business growth, exploring emerging markets, managing partnerships with OEMs and government agencies, and ensuring that all tenders, proposals, and project executions are delivered accurately, timely, and in compliance with client or ministry requirements.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities across multiple sectors, including defence, energy, infrastructure, and government projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with OEMs, suppliers, and government agencies to support future collaborations.
• Attend and represent the company at trade exhibitions, conferences, and official business meetings (local and international).
• Prepare and manage Letters of Intent (LOI), Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), and collaboration agreements with partners.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Technical, Finance, and Project Teams) to ensure project feasibility and compliance with corporate objectives.
• Coordinate and host client or principal engagement activities as part of business-relationship management.
• Perform any other task or responsibility as assigned directly by the Head of Department, Management, or instructed by subordinate in relation to ongoing departmental functions.
• Attend any and all official functions, meetings, or events as instructed by subordinate, Head of Department, or Management.
• Any adhoc tasks will be assigned.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or any related course. Any relevant professional certificate or course will be an added advantage.
• 2–3 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, or Tender Management.
• Strong knowledge of tendering processes, ICP policies, and international trade practices.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft and project tracking tools.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Willing to travel locally and internationally for meetings, conferences, and project visits.