Business development manager

exquisite life pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

exquisite life pte. ltd. is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to expand market presence in Singapore.

You will drive growth through strategic planning, partnerships, and client acquisition, shaping the company's revenue streams. You will analyze industry trends, build proposals, and lead cross-functional initiatives with product, marketing, and finance to ensure offerings meet demand and ROI.

Qualifications

• Experience driving growth through partnerships and acquisitions.
• Proven track record in closing deals and expanding client base.
• Strong presentation and proposal development skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze industry trends, competitors, and target segments to spot growth opportunities.
• Prospect new accounts, qualify leads, and convert prospects into long-term clients.
• Lead development of proposals, pitch decks, and tender submissions with internal teams.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and service agreements to close deals.
• Maintain client relationships and address escalations across stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, finance, and sales to align offerings with demand.

Skills

Market Research

Lead Generation

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Cross-functional Collaboration

Presentation Skills

Job description

Business Development Manager (BDM)

drives company growth, expands market presence, and builds long-term revenue streams through strategic planning, partnerships, and client acquisition.

Core Job Responsibilities:

• Market Research & Strategy: Analyze industry trends, competitor positioning, and target customer segments to spot new growth opportunities.


• Lead Generation & Client Acquisition: Prospect for new accounts, cold-call or network, qualify leads, and convert prospects into long-term clients.


• Pitching & Proposals: Lead the development of business proposals, pitch decks, and tender/RFP submissions in collaboration with internal teams.[1]


• Negotiation & Deal Closing: Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and service agreements to secure win-win deals with clients or strategic partners.


• Relationship Management: Maintain and nurture accounts, address client escalations, and build a network across vendors, industry players, and key stakeholders.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, marketing, finance, and sales teams to align offerings with market demands and monitor return on investment.

Key Skills Required:

• Communication & Presentation: Clear verbal and written persuasion for pitching ideas and negotiating deals.


• Strategic Thinking: Ability to evaluate market shifts, forecast demand, and form long-term expansion plans.


• Commercial Acumen: Understanding of pricing structures, financial metrics, and revenue targets.


• Project Management: Managing multiple leads, cross-functional timelines, and deal execution milestones.


• Digital & CRM Fluency: Comfort using data analytics, CRM systems, and business intelligence software.