Regional Business Development Manager

Taikisha Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering and construction sectors is seeking a Business Development Manager based in Singapore. This role focuses on expanding presence in the ASEAN region by targeting non-Japanese multinational clients in various industries. With responsibilities that include developing strategies and managing business processes, the position offers a key opportunity for regional growth and collaboration with local sales teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years B2B business development experience in engineering, construction, or design consulting.
• Proven experience in ASEAN region with non-Japanese multinational manufacturing clients.
• In depth knowledge of HVAC systems, cleanroom technology, or process facilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies targeting non-Japanese multinational manufacturing companies.
• Identify and build relationships with key decision-makers in target sectors.
• Manage end-to-end business development including leads generation and contract negotiation.

Skills

Client-orientation

Self-motivation

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant Degree or Diploma

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to expand our presence across the ASEAN region, focusing on ASEAN region non-Japanese multinational clients in the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, food & beverage manufacturing industries, and data centers. This role will be based in Singapore and play a key part in our regional business growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and execute business development strategies targeting non-Japanese multinational manufacturing companies in Singapore and across ASEAN.

2. Identify and build strong relationships with key decision-makers in target sectors (semiconductor, pharmaceutical, F&B, Data Centers).

3. Manage end-to-end business development process, including leads generation, proposal development, contract negotiation, and post-sales support.

4. Lead and support local sales teams across ASEAN countries in preparing quotations, negotiating contracts, and managing projects.

5. Monitor market trends and competitors to identify business opportunities.

6. Report regularly to the headquarters in Japan and ensure alignment with corporate strategy.

Required Qualifications

1. Minimum 5 years of B2B business development experience, preferably in engineering, construction, or design consulting.

2. Proven experience in business development within the ASEAN region or working with non–Japanese multinational manufacturing clients.

3. In depth knowledge of HVAC systems, cleanroom technology, or process facilities.

4. Fluent in English (business level); Japanese language skills are a plus.

5. Strong client-orientation, self-motivation, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Previous work experience in construction industry managing the business development of ASEAN countries e.g. Thailand, Singapore, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, etc.

2. Existing network in the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, clean room and data centers industries.

3. Minimum relevant Degree or Diploma

4. Experienced Technical sales

5. Additional language skills (e.g., Mandarin, Vietnamese, Thai etc) are a strong asset.