Business Development Specialist (Automotive Logistics)

Michael Page; Manila; On-site; PHP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High visibility with regional leadership

Significant long-term career progression potential

Competitive salary and allowances

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Sales Development Specialist to spearhead market expansion efforts in the automotive industry in the Philippines. Candidates should have over 5 years of business development or sales experience, with a strong hunter mentality and excellent stakeholder management skills.

This position offers unique opportunities for career progression as the new business vertical grows, alongside competitive salary and allowances in a global organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automotive logistics, vehicle transportation, or related industry.
• Proven track record of winning new business and managing complex sales cycles.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the automotive sector.
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospective customers.
• Lead commercial engagements from prospecting through negotiation.
• Manage RFQs, tenders, and customer solution development.
• Analyze market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Drive revenue through a consultative sales approach.

Skills

Business development or sales experience

Strong hunter mentality

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Network within automotive ecosystem

Job description

• Lead market expansion efforts in a newly established business function
• Work closely with regional leaders and fast-track your career growth.

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader in supply chain and logistics solutions, supporting some of the world's most recognized brands across transportation, warehousing, and end-to-end supply chain services. As part of its continued growth in the Philippines, the organization is investing in a new commercial capability focused on serving customers in the automotive industry.

Job Description

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the automotive and mobility sectors.
• Build, develop, and manage a strong pipeline of prospective customers.
• Lead commercial engagements from prospecting through contract negotiation and implementation.
• Manage RFQs, tenders, and customer solution development in partnership with operations and regional stakeholders.
• Develop strong relationships with key decision-makers across automotive manufacturers, distributors, dealers, and related industries.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to identify opportunities for growth.
• Drive revenue generation through a consultative and solutions-based sales approach.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Sales Development Specialist (FVL) should have:

• 5+ years of business development or sales experience within automotive logistics, vehicle transportation, automotive supply chain solutions, or a related industry.
• Strong hunter mentality with a proven track record of winning new business.
• Experience managing complex sales cycles and commercial negotiations independently.
• Strong network and relationships within the automotive ecosystem are highly desirable.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including exposure to regional or multinational environments.
• Comfortable working in a highly field-based role and engaging customers regularly on-site.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a vehicle.

What's on Offer

• Unique opportunity to launch and grow a new business vertical in the Philippine market.
• High visibility with regional leadership and direct exposure to strategic decision-making.
• Significant long-term career progression potential as the business expands.
• Competitive salary and allowances, coupled with strong growth opportunities in a global organization.

If you are passionate about sales and ready to make a significant impact in the transport and distribution industry, we encourage you to apply.