Junior Business Development Executive

BEN LINE AGENCIES (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

BEN LINE AGENCIES (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. is seeking a Business Development/ Sales Coordination professional to drive opportunities within Malaysia.

The role focuses on Oil & Gas and Cable sectors, supporting marine, logistics and technical services while engaging customers and coordinating tenders. You will conduct market research, build relationships, prepare proposals, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely commercial submissions and accurate CRM records.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Business, Logistics or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in Business Development, Sales Coordination, Commercial Support or a similar role. Fresh graduates with the right attitude are encouraged to apply.
• Good communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Willingness to travel domestically for customer meetings, site visits and business activities when required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and follow up on new business opportunities within Malaysia.
• Conduct market research, collect industry information, identify potential customers and monitor upcoming projects, particularly within Oil & Gas and Cable sectors.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with existing and prospective customers, vendors, authorities and internal stakeholders.
• Assist in customer profiling, account development, lead tracking and maintaining accurate customer information.
• Prepare quotations, RFQs, tender submissions, commercial proposals, presentations and other business development documents.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate commercial submissions.
• Support customer meetings, presentations, site visits and follow-up activities, ensuring minutes and action items are recorded.
• Maintain and update BD activities, customer records and opportunities in the CRM system (Port360).
• Assist with customer and vendor registration, including documentation for BLA and BSA entities.
• Review customer requirements, commercial terms, credit terms and contract-related documentation.
• Coordinate the handover of awarded contracts and information to Operations or Project teams.
• Maintain quotes, tenders, proposals, and customer communications records.
• Arrange and participate in domestic travel, customer visits and business meetings as required.
• Perform other BD and commercial support duties as assigned.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Coordination

Commercial Support

Market Research

Customer Engagement

CRM

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Business, Logistics or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The role will focus primarily on the Oil & Gas and Cable sectors, supporting the promotion of the company's marine, logistics and technical services. The successful candidate will assist in market research, customer engagement, business opportunity tracking, tender preparation and commercial coordination to support the company's business growth.

This position offers an opportunity to gain exposure to business development and commercial activities within the marine, offshore and related industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the identification, development and follow-up of new business opportunities within Malaysia.
• Conduct market research, collect industry information, identify potential customers and monitor upcoming projects, particularly within the Oil & Gas and Cable sectors.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with existing and prospective customers, vendors, authorities and internal stakeholders.
• Assist in customer profiling, account development, lead tracking and maintaining accurate customer information.
• Prepare quotations, RFQs, tender submissions, commercial proposals, presentations and other business development documents.
• Coordinate with internal departments, including Operations, Finance, Procurement and the Regional Commercial Team, to ensure timely and accurate commercial submissions.
• Support customer meetings, presentations, site visits and follow-up activities, ensuring meeting minutes and action items are properly recorded.
• Maintain and update business development activities, customer records and opportunities in the internal CRM system (Port360) within the required timeline.
• Assist with customer and vendor registration, including the preparation and submission of required documentation for BLA and BSA entities.
• Support the review of customer requirements, commercial terms, credit terms and contract-related documentation.
• Coordinate the handover of awarded contracts and commercial information to the relevant Operations or Project teams.
• Maintain proper records of quotations, tenders, proposals, customer communications and business development reports.
• Arrange and participate in domestic travel, customer visits and business meetings when required.
• Perform other business development and commercial support duties as assigned by the Business Development Manager.

Key Services & Business Exposure

The successful candidate will gain exposure to promoting and supporting the company's range of services, including:

• Vessel Support and Full Marine Agency Services
• Crew-Related Services
• Local Logistics and Project Logistics
• Technical Services
• Equipment Rental
• Fabrication, Repair and Maintenance Services

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Business, Logistics or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in Business Development, Sales Coordination, Commercial Support or a similar role. Fresh graduates with the right attitude are encouraged to apply.
• Good communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong coordination, organisational and documentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, adaptable and willing to learn.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically for customer meetings, site visits and business activities when required.