Business Development Manager (South East Asia)

MeData EDV-Systeme GmbH; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based commission

On-the-job sales training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A software company is seeking a Business Development Manager to expand its presence in Malaysia and other Southeast Asian markets. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a deep understanding of the energy, oil & gas, or logistics industries. Responsibilities include identifying prospects, building relationships with key partners, and growing the opportunity pipeline. This position offers competitive remuneration, on-the-job training, and clear career progression towards Regional Manager Southeast Asia.

Qualifications

• Experience in or a strong understanding of the energy, oil & gas, or logistics industry.
• Skilled communicator who enjoys connecting with people.
• Self-motivated and adaptable while taking responsibility for results.
• Self-motivated with ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Expand footprint in Malaysia and reach into new Southeast Asian markets.
• Identify and qualify promising prospects with provided training.
• Build relationships with major fuel logistics operators.
• Collaborate with leadership in Germany and regional support teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of energy, oil & gas, logistics

Proactive mindset

Ability to build relationships

Self-motivated

Job description

Business Development Manager (South East Asia)

Are you looking for a challenge that combines many of the characteristics of a young start-up with the expertise gained from over 40 years of experience?

Then MeData EDV-Systeme is the right place for you. We are a software company operating across Europe in the energy and logistics sectors. These sectors are increasingly focusing on digitalization and are evolving to meet new societal challenges. As a result, we have already doubled the size of our team. Together with you, we aim to explore new markets.

We are committed to using the latest technologies, such as cloud computing and artificial intelligence embedded in existing products, which can run on nearly all platforms. To continue growing and evolving in this environment, we need you and your skills.

Mission

Expand our footprint in Malaysia and reach into new Southeast Asian markets.

Identify and qualify promising prospects — we’ll provide the training and sales tools to help you succeed.

Build relationships with major fuel logistics operators, distributors, and transport partners across Southeast Asia.

Internal Communication

Direct access to company leadership in Germany and customer support colleagues in the region.

Grow our opportunity pipeline and help establish a repeatable go‑to‑market approach for the region.

Networking

Experience in or strong understanding of the energy, oil & gas, or logistics industry (e.g., at Shell, Petronas, ExxonMobil, Chevron, or similar).

Openness

Skilled communicator with a proactive mindset — you enjoy connecting with people and identifying new business opportunities.

Autonomy

Self‑motivated, adaptable, and eager to take responsibility for measurable results.

Flexibility

Willingness to travel in the South‑East‑Asian region.

What We Offer

Workspace

Base location in Malaysia with regional travel.

Remuneration

Competitive salary and transparent performance‑based commission.

Development Prospects

Direct access to company leadership in Germany and a clear career progression toward Regional Manager Southeast Asia.

Team

On‑the‑job sales training, mentorship from experienced European colleagues, and modern digital tools.