Manager, Business Development (N03G05) - Cargo Services

KTM Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia is seeking a Manager for Business Development to drive strategic initiatives in the logistics sector. This role involves developing business strategies, conducting market analysis, and collaborating with various departments to enhance rail cargo services. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Interested applicants should apply by July 13, 2025.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Project Management, Marketing, or Finance.
• 3 years of experience for internal candidates at grade G06.
• Excellent communication in English and Malay; Thai is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop business strategies for the logistics industry.
• Engage cross-department teams for operational and strategic planning.
• Conduct market research and assess marketing opportunities for rail cargo.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management

Project Management

Marketing

Finance

Statistics

Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online Platforms (Zoom, Teams)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The incumbent serves as Manager, Business Development with the responsibilities to create, drive and ensure implementation of business plans through strategic and effective business designs aligned with the current market needs in stipulated time.

• To define and develop business strategies based on current market needs for logistics industry and ensure business plans are being implemented at stipulated time;
• To engage with Corporate Planning team to plan for strategic and effective business plans according to the KTMB’s vision;
• To prepare blueprints for rail cargo services aligned with the vision from KTMB;
• To prepare market analysis report for logistics market including pricing competitiveness and other related statistical reports;
• To undertake market research and assessing marketing opportunities related to rail cargo services;
• To engage with Marketing team in order to identify potential customers for rail cargo services through promotion, advertising activities, and any customers’ engagement programs;
• To engage with internal department i.e. Operation team for operational matters and Finance team for accounting matters; and
• To carry out other work instructed by the Head, Cargo Services as and when required from time to time.
  
  

Candidates Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Project Management, Marketing or Finance is preferable. Any relevant Bachelor’s degree or higher including Statistics and Economics also can be considered;
• For internal candidates, must be permanent and confirmed staff with 3 years of experience in grade G06;
• Excellent communication skills in English and Malay. Additionally, Thai language will be an added advantage;
• Excellent writing skills and using Microsoft Office (Outlook and Word, Excel) and online platforms (Zooms, Teams and etc.);
• Able to travel and work independently with minimum supervision;
• Possess strong qualitative and quantitative analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Possess strong influencing and interpersonal skills, able to lead and motivate internal cross-functional teams including Marketing, Operation, Finance and other teams in the company; and
• Able to manage time to handle multiple customers with tight deadlines.
  
  

Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than 13 July 2025. For any inquiries, kindly contact the Talent Acquisition & Planning Unit, Human Capital Department, KTM Berhad at 03-2263 1137