Business Development Manager

Mazu Recruitment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Mentorship and career growth

Medical and health benefits

International exposure

Job summary

Mazu Recruitment, a premier Singapore-based provider of ship management and marine logistics, seeks a Business Development Manager to drive growth across the APAC region. You will build client relationships, identify new opportunities, and manage sales pipelines for commercial maritime services.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, the role offers mentorship, international exposure, and a dynamic work culture.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in sales, BD, or commercial operations in maritime/logistics.
• Strong knowledge of shipping industry and vessel operations.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Comfort with cold outreach and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Identify growth opportunities and potential leads across APAC.
• Support key client accounts and manage sales pipelines.
• Draft quotes, tenders, and commercial proposals.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.
• Maintain CRM data, sales forecasting, and reporting.
• Coordinate with regional hubs to ensure service delivery.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Cold outreach

Client relationship management

Sales proficiency

Education

Maritime Studies

Business Administration

Supply Chain Management

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Commercial Maritime Services

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Company

Mazu are partnering with a premier global provider of critical ship management, marine logistics, and vessel support services. Headquartered in Singapore with an expansive global network, they deliver end-to-end commercial and operational solutions to shipowners, charterers, and operators worldwide.

As they expand our regional commercial team, they are seeking an ambitious, high-energy Business Development Manager / Executive (Junior to Mid-Level) to help drive growth, build client relationships, and support our expanding footprint across the Asia-Pacific region.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Commercial Director, this role offers an exceptional opportunity for a motivated commercial candidate to build a career in maritime services. You will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities,supporting key client accounts, managing sales pipelines, and engaging with vessel owners, managers, and charterers.

Key Responsibilities

• New Business Acquisition: Identify potential leads, conduct outreach, and support commercial pitches to prospective maritime clients across APAC.
• Account Support & Management: Act as a reliable point of contact for day-to-day client inquiries, ensuring strong customer satisfaction and key account retention.
• Commercial Proposals: Draft, prepare, and track service quotes, tenders, and commercial proposals.
• Market Research & Intelligence: Monitor shipping trade flows, vessel traffic, and competitor trends to pinpoint new sales leads.
• CRM & Reporting: Maintain up-to-date sales pipelines, track outreach metrics, and assist leadership with sales forecasting and performance reports.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with regional operational hubs and local port hub teams to ensure smooth service execution for clients.

Requirements

• Experience: 2 to 4 years of experience in sales, business development, or commercial operations within maritime, shipping, logistics, or related industries. (Candidates with strong operational shipping backgrounds looking to step into a commercial role are encouraged to apply.)
• Industry Understanding: Good foundational knowledge of the shipping industry and commercial vessel operations.
• Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills; comfortable reaching out to clients via cold outreach, email, and meetings.
• Attributes: High initiative, structured, eager to learn, and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
• Education: Diploma or Degree in Maritime Studies, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

What They Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive programs.
• Structured mentorship and structured career growth in maritime commercial management
• Comprehensive medical and health benefits.
• Dynamic, international work culture with strong regional exposure.