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A leading company seeks a Business Development Manager to drive regional strategies across Southeast Asia and China. The role offers a clear growth path to leadership, competitive salary, and opportunities to engage in international markets. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and proficiency in Mandarin.
Position: Business Development Manager
• Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Travel Requirements: Able to travel occasionally to China, Singapore, Indonesia, and other regions
Position Overview
We are seeking an Business Development Manager with international perspective, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. You will support the Business General Manager in expanding overseas markets, executing partnership mechanisms, and liaising with clients across regions.
As a core member of the business management team, you will be deeply involved in strategic initiatives and partnership expansion across Southeast Asia and China, with a clear growth path and significant development potential.
This role combines strategic execution, communication skills, and cross-cultural collaboration—ideal for someone looking to grow from an "executor" into a "business strategist."
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Business GM in Executing Regional Strategies
• Help develop market expansion and partner acquisition plans, coordinating with regional agents, partners, and internal teams to ensure strategic goals are met.
• Compile key business data and monthly progress reports to support executive decision-making.
Participate in High-Level Business Events & Brand Promotion
• Represent the company at industry forums, roadshows, partner summits, etc.
• Draft speeches, promotional materials, and assist the GM with presentations and corporate communications.
Client Engagement & Cooperation Mechanism Management
• Understand the platform's business partnership framework and assist clients in interpreting collaboration terms under GM guidance.
• Track implementation progress and coordinate cross-departmental efforts to enhance client satisfaction and long-term cooperation.
Market Research & Strategic Insights
• Regularly monitor industry trends in Southeast Asia and China, including competitor and ecosystem developments.
• Deliver structured market briefings to support strategic decision-making.
Cross-Regional Coordination & Translation Support
• Assist with multilingual and multi-time zone communication tasks (e.g., meeting minutes, document translation, emails).
• Maintain a business contact database to boost international collaboration efficiency.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or above (any major); marketing, management, communication, or language-related majors preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience; background in multinational or internet companies preferred.
• Proficient in both written and spoken Mandarin and English. We are looking for Mandarin-speaking candidates who will be serving Mandarin-speaking customers.
• Proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia is a plus.
Skillset:
• Strong communicator—confident speaker and skilled in writing, presentations, and client interactions.
• Clear thinker—quick, logical, and able to process complex information efficiently.
• Highly responsible—goal-oriented, dependable, and able to manage time and pressure well.
• Adaptable—comfortable with frequent travel and multitasking in a fast-paced business environment.
What We Offer
Clear Career Growth
• Advance from execution-level to core regional business management, gaining exposure to Southeast Asia’s cross-border e-commerce, lifestyle services, and financial ecosystems.
• Opportunity to be promoted to Business Development Director, leading projects or regional operations.
Competitive Compensation
• Attractive base salary and performance-based incentives.
• High performers may qualify for equity incentives or annual bonus schemes.
International Platform + Diverse Ecosystem
• Business operations span Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and China, covering e-commerce, hotels, and lifestyle services.
• Gain real-world global business experience across regions.
Strong Organizational Support
• Work directly with the Business GM and Co-founder team.
• Receive structured training and mentorship for rapid skill advancement.
What You’ll Gain
• A career journey that sharpens your international vision, strategic thinking, and professional competence.
• A challenging yet growth-oriented role with the opportunity to shape Southeast Asia’s commercial ecosystem.
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