Director of Business Development (AE) - Singapore

Pic-Time Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pic-Time Ltd. is seeking an experienced Director of Business Development in Singapore to drive business growth across the APAC maritime sector. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years in B2B software sales, particularly in maritime, and a proven record of meeting sales targets. Responsibilities include engaging key decision-makers, conducting product demonstrations, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure client needs are met. This position is open only to Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in B2B sales with a successful track record in the software and maritime industries.
• Demonstrated history of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong experience in full-cycle sales, ideally with a background in AI or digital transformation technologies.
• In-depth understanding of the maritime sector in Singapore and the APAC region.
• Exceptional communication skills tailored to diverse clients.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the APAC maritime industry.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key decision-makers in the maritime sector.
• Conduct product demonstrations and consultations showcasing FleetVision's capabilities.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales quotas and maintain a healthy pipeline within the CRM.
• Work with Product, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to align on client needs.

Skills

B2B sales

Consultative sales approach

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Client relationship development

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

Director of Business Development (AE) - Singapore

About ShipIn:

ShipIn Systems is redefining how the maritime industry understands, manages, and reduces operational risk. Our AI-powered visual fleet intelligence platform connects onboard video with shore-based teams, turning everyday vessel operations into actionable insight that helps prevent incidents before they elevate.

We work with many of the world’s leading shipowners and operators to bring greater visibility, accountability, and learning into daily operations at sea. The result is safer crews, stronger performance, and smarter decision-making across global fleets.

If you’re drawn to complex, real-world industries and want to build technology that changes behavior and improves safety at scale, join us.

Position Description:

We are looking for an experienced Director of Business Development with expertise in software sales and a strong background in the maritime industry to drive business development across Singapore and the APAC region. This role focuses on acquiring new clients, managing strategic relationships, and expanding ShipIn’s presence throughout the region.

The ideal candidate will have a consultative sales approach and a proven track record of meeting quotas, with a deep understanding of the unique needs of maritime clients in Singapore and the APAC region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities within the APAC maritime industry. Develop and execute a region-specific sales plan that aligns with ShipIn’ global objectives, focusing on high-potential leads and strategic accounts.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key decision-makers in the maritime sector, understanding their unique challenges in safety, compliance, and operational efficiency, and positioning ShipIn’s solutions to address these needs.
• Conduct product demonstrations and consultations, showcasing FleetVision’s capabilities in real-time anomaly detection, incident prevention, and safety benchmarking, aligning solutions with client safety and compliance objectives.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales quotas, managing and maintaining a healthy pipeline within the CRM. Provide accurate forecasting and keep detailed records of all interactions to support strategic regional planning.
• Work closely with Product, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to ensure alignment on client needs, gather feedback from the APAC markets, and contribute insights for ongoing product development and refinement.
• Stay informed on trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activities within the maritime industry in the region to identify new opportunities and ensure ShipIn’s offerings remain competitive and relevant.

Qualifications / Experiences:

• 8+ years in B2B sales with a successful track record in the software and maritime industries, particularly in Singapore and the APAC market.
• Demonstrated history of meeting or exceeding sales targets, with the ability to drive significant revenue growth and develop high-value client relationships.
• Strong experience in full-cycle sales, with a consultative approach to selling complex software solutions, ideally with a background in AI or digital transformation technologies.
• In-depth understanding of the maritime sector in Singapore and the APAC region, including safety and compliance challenges and regional regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional communication skills tailored to engage diverse clients, with strong negotiation and presentation abilities.
• Proficient in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) for pipeline management, client tracking, and supporting accurate sales forecasts.

This role is open only to candidates who are Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents.