Assistant / Sales Manager

ECOCERES SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Singapore is seeking a Business Development Manager to support the growth of biofuels businesses. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of business development experience in the renewable energy sector. Responsibilities include managing the sales process, exploring new market opportunities, and maintaining strong relationships with international partners. This role requires a proactive mindset and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in business development in biofuels or renewable energy.
• High level of awareness of compliance and internal control.
• Knowledge in the biofuels business and sustainability frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of new and existing biofuels businesses.
• Assist in managing the sales process from proposal to payment collection.
• Explore business opportunities to develop new markets.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Ability to analyze market data

Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Science, or Engineering

Job description

You Will Be Responsible For

• Support the development of new and existing biofuels businesses under the assigned portfolio to drive sales growth and maximize profitability, while supporting the company's growth strategy and exceeding targets.
• Assist in managing sales process from proposal, customer agreements, order management, delivery/operation arrangement and payment collection.
• Explore business opportunities to develop new markets in response to the energy transition requirement.
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships and network with international buyers and traders.
• Act as a resource and support point for senior sales team members, providing market insights and fostering professional relationships with international business partners.
• Conduct regular market research/analysis and maintain industry relationships to stay abreast of the market trend, competitive actions, policy development, and sustainability requirements.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, e.g. Operations, Logistics, Finance, Sustainability, to ensure cargo trade or deliveries, and associated financials are well planned and smoothly executed.
• Work closely with other support functions, such as Market Intelligence, Transformation, and ESG, to support company expansion and enhance brand equity.
• Support ad hoc projects and assigned tasks as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Science, Engineering, or a relevant field with a minimum of 4 years of experience in business development in biofuels or the renewable energy industry.
• High level of awareness of compliance and internal control.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze market data and develop strategic insights.
• Proactive, aggressive and can‑do mindset and entrepreneurial attitude.
• Willingness to travel and adapt to a dynamic market environment.
• Knowledge in the biofuels business and sustainability frameworks.