Business Development Manager

Mdm Ling Bakery Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mdm Ling Bakery is seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to drive growth locally and internationally. The role involves developing strategies, managing client relationships, and exploring new market opportunities. This key position offers flexibility and opportunities for regional expansion as the company grows.

Benefits

Dynamic and close-knit team

Opportunities to expand the role regionally

Flexibility and creativity in the role

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships (FMCG or F&B preferred).
• Proven ability to build and manage business relationships.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort with fast-paced, evolving environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a business development strategy to grow sales channels locally.
• Identify and pursue partnership opportunities.
• Manage and grow client relationships to ensure long-term engagement.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Job description

About Mdm Ling Bakery

At Mdm Ling Bakery, we believe in bringing joy and connection through fun, delicious, and beautifully crafted treats. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for passionate individuals who share our vision of turning every bite into a moment of delight, and who are excited to scale that vision both locally and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking a proactive and strategic Business Development Manager to drive the growth of Mdm Ling Bakery’s local and international presence. This role requires a hands-on individual who is excited to explore new market opportunities, form strategic partnerships, and grow our B2B client base.

This is a key hire for our next phase of growth and may evolve as we scale — flexibility and initiative are valued highly.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a business development strategy to grow sales channels locally (corporates, retailers, hotels, MICE, etc.)

• Identify and pursue partnership opportunities (OEM, licensing, collaborations, etc.)

• Manage and grow client relationships to ensure long-term engagement

• Work closely with marketing, product, and operations teams to align strategies and client offerings

• Prepare and present business proposals and reports to management

• Explore and evaluate potential overseas markets for expansion (2026 and beyond)

• Participate in trade shows, events, and industry networking activities

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships (FMCG or F&B preferred)

• Proven ability to build and manage business relationships

• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

• Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort with fast-paced, evolving environments

• A team player who’s also capable of working independently

• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a growing SME environment

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience in international market development

• Familiarity with food exports, regulations, or cross-border logistics

• Proficiency in Mandarin or other languages (for regional growth)

What We Offer

• A dynamic and close-knit team with a shared purpose

• A chance to help shape the future of a growing local brand

• Opportunities to expand the role regionally as we eye overseas markets in 2026 (Korean, Vietnam, Thailand)

• Flexibility, creativity, and growth in a role that evolves with the business