Business Development Manager (Wood-Based / Picture Frame Industry)

Talent Recruit; Rawang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Recruit is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager for the wood-based/picture frame industry in Malaysia. This role focuses on expanding the customer base, forging strong distributor and client relationships, and driving growth within a diversified manufacturing group.

The position requires proven BD/sales experience, good negotiation skills, and willingness to travel locally and internationally to grow the company’s footprint in regional and export markets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or a similar commercial role.
• Experience in wood-based products, furniture, building materials, or related industries is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Independent, results-oriented, and commercially driven.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in local and international markets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and key clients
• Drive sales growth and achieve revenue targets
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and product opportunities
• Collaborate with internal teams to align product offerings with market demand
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and business plans
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and client engagements

Skills

Business development

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Export markets

Job description

Business Development Manager (Wood-Based / Picture Frame Industry)

Job Openings Business Development Manager (Wood-Based / Picture Frame Industry)

About the job Business Development Manager (Wood-Based / Picture Frame Industry)

About the Company

Our client is part of a diversified, publicly listed multinational group with a strong presence across Asia and international markets. The group operates across multiple industries including manufacturing, trading, and industrial solutions, offering employees the stability of a well-established organization together with opportunities for regional exposure and career growth.

The hiring company is a growing manufacturer specializing in high-quality wooden picture frame mouldings, serving both domestic and export markets, and is currently expanding its commercial footprint.

Role Overview

We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to lead growth initiatives, expand the customer base, and strengthen relationships within the wood-based and related industries. This role offers the opportunity to work within a larger group structure while driving business growth at the operating company level.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in local and international markets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and key clients
• Drive sales growth and achieve revenue targets
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and product opportunities
• Collaborate with internal teams to align product offerings with market demand
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and business plans
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and client engagements

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or a similar commercial role
• Experience in wood-based products, furniture, building materials, or related industries is an advantage
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Independent, results-oriented, and commercially driven
• Exposure to export markets and international trade is an added advantage
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally

Additional Information

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Reporting to: Senior Management (Managing Director)
• Newly created position due to business expansion
• Company size: Approximately 200 employees

Only shortlisted candidate will be notified.