Business Development Manager

CREMER SUSTAINABLE FOODS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in sustainable food in Singapore seeks a Business Development Manager to drive growth in export markets. This role involves identifying international opportunities, building client relationships, and developing export channels for plant-based products. Candidates should have proven experience in business development, established networks in the export sector, and a passion for sustainable food. The position offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Long-term growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, ideally within food and beverage or plant-based sectors.
• Established network of export partners, buyers, or distributors.
• Strong understanding of international trade and cross-border sales.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute international business growth strategies for export markets.
• Manage new overseas partnerships with distributors and retailers.
• Secure partnerships and oversee contract processes.
• Represent the brand at trade shows and international food exhibitions.

Skills

Business development

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Export operations

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Business Development Manager (Plant-Based Food / Export Markets)

· Full time

· Location : Tuas West Drive

Company Overview

Peter Cremer (S) GmbH is a family‑owned, German‑headquartered company that specializes in the international trading, as well as production in various industries including food and agriculture.

As a strong and lively family business, we believe that the well‑being of our employees is just as important to us as their professional development. Attaining a good work‑life balance remains as our priority, along with ensuring a flat hierarchy. As such, we strive for a pleasant working environment and through internationality, people from many nations often come together at CREMER.

Here at the Sustainable Nutrition department, we are focused on providing B2B contract manufacturing services for industry‑leading clients. With a comprehensive production footprint covering North America, Europe as well as Asia, we are able to meet clients’ varying extrusion and finished products needs, across multiple geographical regions.

CREMER Sustainable Foods is a leading innovator in the plant‑based food industry, dedicated to creating delicious and sustainable alternatives to traditional animal‑based products. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and promoting healthier lifestyles through our range of plant‑basedofferings

Join a fast‑growing leading innovator in the plant‑based food industry!

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Business Development Manager with strong export networks to help us expand into new international markets and strengthen our global presence.

About the Role

As our Business Development Manager, you will drive strategic growth by identifying international opportunities, managing key client relationships, and developing export channels for our niche plant‑based products. This role is ideal for someone passionate about sustainable food innovation and skilled in cross‑border business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute international business growth strategies, focusing on export markets.

• Identify, build, and manage new overseas partnerships, including distributors, importers, and retailers.

• Leverage existing export networks to open new markets and expand our global footprint.

• Lead negotiations, secure partnerships, and oversee contract processes.

• Source for brand partners/wholesalers who we can produce for as contract manufacturer.

• Provide insights into global market trends, regulations, and competitive landscapes.

• Represent the brand at trade shows, export events, and international food exhibitions.

• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, marketing, production) to support export requirements and ensure smooth operations.

• Prepare progress reports, forecasts, and market analyses for management.

• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and manage opportunities in business processes and contribute to the organization’s short and long‑term business goals.

• Evaluate findings, prepare reports and make recommendations to management about the business and financial viability of alternative opportunities.

• Planning and preparing presentations to clients.

• Able to do product costings for price strategy

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in business development, ideally within F&B, FMCG, meat sector, or plant‑based food.

• Established network of export partners, buyers, or distributors.

• Capable and versatile with PowerPoint presentation preparations.

• Strong understanding of international trade, export operations, and cross‑border sales.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.

• Strategic thinker with a proactive, energetic, and results‑driven approach.

• Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast‑paced, evolving environment.

• Passion for plant‑based, sustainable, or health‑focused products is a strong advantage.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose‑driven brand shaping the future of sustainable food.

• Opportunity to lead international expansion and make a significant impact.

• Supportive, collaborative team environment.

• Competitive salary, and long‑term growth opportunities.