Strategic Business Development Leader | Growth

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Manager, Business Development to lead opportunity identification, market intelligence, and end-to-end client onboarding in Malaysia. The role emphasizes robust pipeline management, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic relationship-building to accelerate growth.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in BD with 2–3 years in a managerial role, strong analytical skills, and English fluency (Mandarin preferred).

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in business development, with at least 2 to 3 years in a managerial capacity.
• Experience in market research, market audit, and competitive intelligence gathering.
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
• Fluency in English; Mandarin proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and manage business opportunities to build a robust BD pipeline aligned with financial goals.
• Lead end-to-end pitching including proposals, contract negotiations, and pricing input.
• Onboard new clients and drive cross-functional collaboration for seamless integration with the commercial team.
• Drive BD capability building and maintain up-to-date commercial intelligence.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify upselling opportunities and close deals.
• Proactively establish and nurture relationships with potential clients for long-term growth.

Skills

Market research

Business development

Client relationship management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Market audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Studies or Marketing

Job description

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Manager, Business Development to lead opportunity identification, market intelligence, and end-to-end client onboarding in Malaysia. The role emphasizes robust pipeline management, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic relationship-building to accelerate growth.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in BD with 2–3 years in a managerial role, strong analytical skills, and English fluency (Mandarin preferred).