Business Director Malaysia & Singapore

Energizer; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer goods company is seeking a Business Director in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. This role focuses on driving sales strategy and teamwork to achieve market share and profitability in Malaysia and Singapore. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in sales and marketing, preferably in a multinational setup. A strong leader with analytical thinking and negotiation skills will be essential for success in this position. Flexible working arrangements are supported.

Qualifications

• Deep experience in traditional distribution and modern channels.
• Hands-on leader who can work within a matrix structure.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy and execute strategy and tactical plans for sales and distribution.
• Ensure profitability and market share in Malaysia & Singapore.

Skills

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration in Marketing / Finance / Accounting or MBA preferred

Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing experience from multinational companies, consumer goods preferred

Distribution knowledge

Administrative & financial tools management

P&L Accountability

Negotiation, presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration

MBA preferred

Job description

Energizer Holdings responsibly creates products to make lives easier and more enjoyable. To do this, we lean into our culture as an organization – we win together, while serving each other, with a willingness to act boldly, all while doing right. Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared mission and purpose make us one team. Because we’re a global organization, you will always have opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your career. We support flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

Position Summary

The company is looking for an execution-driven commercial leader with deep experience in traditional distribution and modern channels. The ideal candidate should come from companies known for strong go-to-market execution (FMCG experience).

This role requires a hands‑on leader who can work within a matrix structure, drive commercial excellence, and navigate change while ensuring collaboration across the organization. Energizer is looking for a dynamic leader who can optimize team performance, refine execution strategies, and maintain and strengthen market presence. This executive must bring a fresh perspective, foster a high‑performance culture to ensure sustainable success.

Responsibilities

The Business Director Role is responsible and accountable for the development, deployment and execution of strategy and tactical plans to achieve sales and distribution objectives that ensure profitability and market share in Malaysia & Singapore according to the Annual Business Plan.

What we are looking for

Skills

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration in Marketing / Finance / Accounting or MBA preferred
• Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, experience from multinational companies, consumer goods preferred.
• Distribution knowledge, Administrative & financial tools management
• P&L Accountability
• Negotiation, presentation skills
• Analytical thinking

Working Relationships

• Reports to: VP Developing Markets - Commercial
• Engagement includes Marketing, Trade Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, Human Resources

Come join us!

Energizer is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.