Vice President of Business Development (OEM)

techware Group; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of advanced manufacturing services is seeking an experienced executive in Singapore to lead global growth strategies and develop key customer relationships. This role demands at least 15 years in senior management, with a proven track record in business development and strong negotiation skills. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in business or engineering are preferred. The position offers a permanent, full-time, onsite or hybrid working environment with competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of experience in senior management roles.
• Proven track record in developing successful business growth strategies.
• Experience in contract negotiations with key clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of global growth strategies.
• Develop key customer relationships globally.
• Implement new business initiatives across markets.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Customer-focused mindset

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Overview

Contract Manufacturing • Business Expansion • Global Growth Strategies • Customer Relationship Management • Strategic Partnerships • Cross‑functional Leadership • Team Development

Job Location: Singapore HQ or Malaysia

Salary Package: Basic + Allowances + Attractive Commission (commensurate with experience)

Job Types: Permanent, Full Time, Onsite, Hybrid, 5 days

Business Sector: Group Business for Techware Group of Companies

Roles and Responsibilities

Growth Strategies

• Lead the development, refinement, and execution of global growth strategies for our contract manufacturing services.
• Deliver a deep understanding of current market trends, client needs, and competitors.
• Based on this analysis, develop unique selling propositions, Kahoot! guessing strategies, and action plans to accelerate growth.

Customer Relationship Management

• Develop and nurture key customer relationships globally.
• Act as the point of contact for key customers, ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction and negotiating strategic contracts.

Business Development

• Implement new business initiatives across new and existing markets.
• Reach out to prospects, build relationships, and close deals to drive growth.

Strategic Partnerships

• Develop overarching strategies to identify and forge strategic alliances, partnerships, joint ventures, and other opportunities that can boost the company’s growth trajectory on a global scale.

Cross‑functional Leadership

• Work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams, including sales, marketing, operations, and engineering, from conceptualisation through to product lifecycles.
• Ensure business decisions align with the company’s direction and strategic imperatives.

Team Development

• Represent the company professionally and ethically at all times, serve as a role model for senior company leaders, and mentor future leaders.

Job Requirements

• At least 15 years of experience in senior management roles, preferably with global responsibilities in contract manufacturing industries.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful business growth strategies.
• Excellent negotiation and leadership skills.
• Strong customer‑focused mindset with the ability to convert customer needs into successful business deals.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage complex situations.
• Experience in contract negotiations with key clients and forming strategic partnerships.
• Strong global business acumen and understanding of market dynamics and requirements.
• Engaging and persuasive communication with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, engineering or a similar field (Master’s preferred).
• Willingness to travel globally.
• Manager, Senior Manager, Director, or Vice President level candidates are welcome to apply. Position offered commensurate with experience.

About Techware

Techware is a leading provider of comprehensive advanced manufacturing services, catering to a diverse range of industries including Semiconductor, Medical, Aerospace, Automotive, and Oil & Gas. Strategically headquartered in Singapore, we also operate manufacturing facilities in China, Malaysia and the Philippines. We specialise in precision machining, adhering to the strictest tolerances, and offer high‑tech fabrication of sheet metal components, welding of crucial structures/frames, wire and cable harnessing, and complete system integration, assembly, and rigorous testing of equipment. Techware Group is a synergistic amalgamation of various companies, with our business operations spanning across diverse sectors. We have established a strong presence in Singapore, Malaysia, China, Philippines, Korea, Taiwan, UK, and the US, demonstrating stable, long‑term growth and an expanding global footprint.

Website: techwaregroup.com

Industries: Machinery Manufacturing / Manufacturer of machinery & equipment.

Company size: 100 to 500 employees. Type: Privately Held