Sales Hunter / Business Development Executive - Agency Solutions (Contract...

GroWThdesk; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing technology firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Sales Hunter to spearhead new business acquisition. This role involves selling a range of marketing solutions and requires a minimum of 5 years of client-facing sales experience, particularly within a marketing agency. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in aggressive prospecting and consultative selling. The position offers attractive base salary and commission, along with international exposure and the potential for permanent conversion if performance targets are met.

Benefits

Attractive Base Salary and Commission

International Exposure

Opportunity for Permanent Conversion

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of client-facing experience in sales or business development.
• Experience in a Creative, Digital, or Full-Service Marketing Agency is mandatory.
• Mobility and willingness to travel for face-to-face meetings.

Responsibilities

• Acquire new clients in the Real Estate, Healthcare, and FMCG sectors.
• Lead initial meetings and uncover client pain points.
• Manage the full sales cycle from outreach to contract closure.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Aggressive prospecting

Consultative selling

Strong communication

Job description

Sales Hunter / Business Development Executive - Agency Solutions (Contract)

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GrowthDesk is a leading digital intelligence and marketing technology enterprise powering growth for major brands across Asia. We operate in a high-energy environment and are looking for tenacious “hunters” to drive our Agency Services track, GrowthDesk Studios.

Job Description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly aggressive, commercially astute Sales Hunter to spearhead new business acquisition in Malaysia. This is a pure new business, client-facing role for an individual who is hungry to exceed targets and is seeking significant earning potential. You will be responsible for selling the full spectrum of 360 marketing solutions, including Social Media, Lead Generation, Branding, and Performance Marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Aggressive Prospecting: Proactively hunt for new enterprise-level clients within the Real Estate, Healthcare, and FMCG sectors.
• Discovery Mastery: Lead initial meetings by asking sharp discovery questions to uncover client pain points and pre-qualify opportunities.
• Pitch Collaboration: Partner with the strategy and creative teams to support pitch preparation, ensuring a seamless transition from lead to closed deal.
• Host and conduct physical meetings, presentations, and product demonstrations with C‑suite and senior decision-makers. This may include travel.
• Full Sales Cycle: Manage the process from initial cold outreach to negotiation and contract closure.
• Consultative Selling: Act as a strategic partner to prospects, demonstrating a strong understanding of their business challenges and clearly articulating how GrowthDesk's specialized solutions will deliver measurable ROI.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of proven, client-facing experience in a pure sales “hunter” or BD role.
• Agency Background: Mandatory experience working within a Creative, Digital, or Full-Service Marketing Agency.
• Sector Expertise: Experience in Real Estate or Healthcare is highly preferred.
• Solution Knowledge: Proven track record selling 360 marketing campaigns, social media, and lead generation.
• Mobility: Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel extensively for face-to-face client meetings.
• Attributes: A “go-above-and-beyond” attitude with a relentless drive to hit high-volume meeting targets.

Additional Information

• Attractive Base Salary and Commission
• International Exposure: This position offers invaluable international market exposure and experience in working with major regional and multinational clients across high-growth markets.
• Permanent Conversion: High-performing individuals who successfully meet or exceed their contract performance targets within the agreed period will be offered the opportunity to convert to a Permanent Role with GrowthDesk.