Senior Business Development Specialist

Syspex Mechatronic (M) Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of automation solutions in Penang is seeking a Senior Business Development Specialist to drive growth in packaging and logistics sectors. This role involves developing business opportunities, building long-term customer relationships, and providing expert advice. Candidates with 2–5 years in solution selling and strong communication skills, including Mandarin proficiency, are encouraged to apply. Attractive remuneration and performance bonuses are offered.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Performance bonuses & incentives

Structured Sales & Product Training

Qualifications

• 2–5 years’ experience in solution selling in relevant sectors like industrial, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Open to outstation travel for client visits.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Build and strengthen long-term partnerships with customers.
• Provide expert advice and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal teams for tailored solutions.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activity.

Skills

Solution selling

Strong relationship-building skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Mandarin proficiency

Education

Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a highly driven Senior Business Development Specialist to join our team in Bayan Lepas, Penang. At Syspex Mechatronic (M) Sdn Bhd — Southeast Asia’s leading provider of packaging, warehousing, and automation solutions — you’ll play a key role in helping businesses transform their supply chains with smarter and more sustainable solutions

What You’ll Do

Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the packaging, warehousing, automation, logistics, and manufacturing sectors, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.

Build and strengthen long‑term partnerships with customers, positioning yourself as their trusted advisor for automation, packaging, and warehousing solutions.

Serve as the key point of contact for customer inquiries, providing expert advice and ensuring continued satisfaction and repeat business.

Collaborate with internal teams to design and deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs and drive measurable business outcomes.

Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activity, helping customers adopt innovative and sustainable solutions.

Take ownership of ambitious sales targets, with attractive commission rewards for high performers.

What Makes This Role Exciting

You sell real impact. Your solutions help companies reduce cost, increase efficiency, and scale operations.

Variety of customers: MNCs, factories, logistics hubs, distributors — no two projects are the same.

Strong support: Technical team, product experts, and marketing leads are provided. You’re not alone.

Why Join Us?

Attractive remuneration with variable rewards, Performance bonuses & incentives.💰

Structured Sales & Product Training to boost confidence. 🚀

A meaningful role promoting automation solutions and safety at workplaces 🦺

A supportive, respectful, and people‑first team culture 🤝

What We’re Looking For

Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.

2–5 years’ experience in solution selling (industrial, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, automation or B2B equipment preferred).

Strong relationship‑building, communication, presentation, and relationship‑buildings skills.

Mandarin proficiency is required to serve Mandarin‑speaking customers.

Open to outstation travel for client visits when required.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Business Development Specialist?
• Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?
• Which of the following Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems do you have experience using?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• Do you have experience with solution selling methodologies?

Syspex is Southeast Asia’s leading solution provider in packaging, automation, warehousing, and workplace safety. Since 1992, we’ve expanded to over 300 employees across 11 regional offices. We are committed to modernising industries and supporting sustainable growth through integrated, innovative solutions. Our strength lies not just in our technologies— but in our people. Entering a phase of AI & transformational growth, we seek passionate talents who value innovation, continuous learning, and collaboration. Guided by our 5H culture—Heartful, Humble, Helping, Healthy, and Honesty. We provide a purpose-driven, dynamic workplace that empowers individuals to grow and make a meaningful impact.