Business Development Manager (East Coast Region)

ASK Headhunter; Kota Bharu; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Business Development Manager for the East Coast Region in Malaysia. The candidate will be responsible for driving sales and growth by identifying and recruiting key leaders, developing and implementing strategic plans, and monitoring performance metrics. Ideal applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree and possess strong sales drive, interpersonal skills, and flexibility for assignments. Familiarity with Excel and PowerPoint is required, with preference for candidates residing in Kelantan.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct-selling business or sales environment is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse personalities.
• Residing in Kelantan, Malaysia is a must.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit key leaders to drive sales and growth.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve targets.
• Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies as needed.
• Conduct weekly training sessions with leaders.
• Address issues related to inventory management and operations.

Skills

Strong Sales Drive

Results Oriented

Team Player

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing or Education

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Business Development Manager (East Coast Region)

Key Responsibilities:

• Leader Development & Acquisition: Identify and recruit key leaders to drive sales and growth. Build strong relationships with leaders and their teams to foster collaboration and success.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and implement sales strategies, proposals, and action plans to achieve recruitment and sales targets.
• Performance Tracking & Reporting: Monitor sales performance and recruitment metrics for leaders and regions. Provide regular follow‑ups, track results, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Field Support & Feedback: Listen to field feedback, understand challenges, and convey insights, complaints, and suggestions to management for improvement.
• Training & Development: Conduct weekly sessions with leaders, including Zoom meetings and training on products, marketing plans, and incentive programs to enhance performance.
• Team Collaboration: Facilitate collaboration among leaders and teams to ensure smooth operations and mutual success.
• Problem Solving: Address and resolve issues related to inventory management, backend systems, and other operational challenges.
• Proposal Development & Business Growth: Create and present business proposals to generate sales and recruitment, and manage relationships with leaders to ensure long‑term success.

Key Objectives:

• Achieve monthly sales and recruitment targets.
• Continuously generate and develop key leaders.
• Maintain strong relationships and assist leaders in achieving higher rankings. Develop and implement sales strategies, proposals, and action plans to achieve recruitment and sales targets.

Qualifications:

• Preferably Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing or Education
• Preferably with experience in direct‑selling business, sales, food chain, or similar work environment
• Ability to work and build relationship with people across generations and with diverse personalities
• Must be residing in Kelantan Malaysia
• Traveling the entire East Coast region (Kelantan, Terranganu & Pahang) is a must
• Strong Sales Drive & Results Oriented and a Team player
• Time and area of assignment flexibility
• Ability to work under pressure
• Communication & Good Interpersonal Skills
• People Management Skills
• Training and Presentation Skills
• Computer literate, basic knowledge in Excel and Powerpoint
• Can speak English, Chinese and Malay is an advantage