Global Building Materials Marketing Director

byo construction pte. ltd.

Singapore

On-site

SGD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

byo construction pte. ltd. seeks a senior leader to drive international marketing and business development in the building materials sector.

You will identify new markets, establish partnerships and lead cross‑border sourcing, logistics and negotiations to expand the company’s trading portfolio. The role requires a decade of relevant experience, deep knowledge of overseas markets (notably China), and a proven ability to manage complex trading operations, pricing, terms and risk across multiple

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
Minimum 10 years of international business/trading experience.
Strong track record in overseas markets, especially China.
Experience in building materials or related trading.
Solid knowledge of import/export, shipping, and logistics.
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
Financial acumen for budgeting and margins.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement the company's international marketing and business development strategy with a focus on construction and building materials trading.
Identify and develop new international markets, customers, suppliers, distributors and strategic partners.
Lead expansion of building materials trading across overseas markets, including China and other key markets.
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with overseas manufacturers, suppliers, contractors and major customers.
Identify and evaluate potential suppliers of construction and building materials including range, pricing, quality and terms.
Oversee international sourcing, import and export activities including shipping, customs clearance and trade documentation.
Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, payment terms, credit terms and delivery schedules.
Analyse market trends, material prices, supply conditions, competitors and opportunities.
Develop strategies for new building material products, suppliers and markets to expand trading portfolio.
Monitor performance of trading activities including revenue, costs and margins.
Work with finance to review budgets, cash flow and working capital.
Assess financial and commercial viability of new projects, suppliers and customers before recommendations.
Participate in business planning and strategic decision making.
Coordinate with finance, procurement, logistics and operations to execute trading activities.
Develop strategies to improve profitability and long-term growth.
Represent the company in negotiations with international clients, suppliers and partners.
Provide senior management with reports on markets, performance and risks.
Support growth strategy and identify opportunities to diversify international trading and construction activities.