Business Development Manager

POWERPLUS GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international firm in Singapore is looking for a Business Development Manager to spearhead strategic expansion into new international markets. The role includes developing business strategies, leading a team, and analyzing market opportunities. Ideal candidates have 5-7 years of experience in business development, with strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers a dynamic environment to drive growth and deliver results.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in business development, including 2 years in a leadership role.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and negotiation skills.
• Fluency in multiple languages is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies.
• Recruit and mentor a team of Business Development Executives.
• Conduct market intelligence and competitor analysis.
• Manage the sales pipeline and project execution.
• Prepare detailed sales reports for senior management.
• Collaborate with various departments for market growth.

Skills

Team Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Business Administration

Job description

As a Business Development Manager, you will be the driving force behind our strategic expansion into new, high-growth international markets. You\'ll lead all business development efforts, from identifying opportunities to closing complex deals and managing a team to ensure success. This role requires a visionary leader with a proven ability to turn strategic plans into tangible results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Expansion: Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive business development strategies to penetrate new markets in exotic and challenging territories.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor a team of Business Development Executives, providing them with the guidance and support needed to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Establish Key Partnerships: Oversee the process of establishing and managing a robust network of agents, dealers, and distributors.
• Market Analysis & Intelligence: Direct and conduct in-depth market intelligence and competitor analysis to identify new business opportunities in key industries such as forestry and mining.
• Pipeline and Project Management: Take full ownership of the sales pipeline, from lead generation and sales potential evaluation to the successful execution of special projects.
• Performance Reporting: Prepare and present detailed weekly and monthly sales reports, providing strategic insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the sales, marketing, and engineering departments to ensure a cohesive and effective approach to market penetration and growth.

Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in business development or a related field, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Education: A Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team. Must possess exceptional strategic thinking, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Attributes: You must be a results-oriented, independent leader with a strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Language: The ability to communicate in multiple languages is a significant advantage for liaising with our global partners and associates.