Business Development Manager - Southeast Asia & Korea

Role Overview

A prominent international company operating throughout Southeast Asia is recruiting a seasoned Business Development Manager to spearhead commercial expansion and foster key client partnerships in the SEA region including Korea and Taiwan.

This freshly established position is pivotal for uncovering new market opportunities, enhancing current account relationships, and cultivating enduring affiliations with leading organizations in the semiconductor, chemical/gas, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Core Responsibilities

• Devise and implement comprehensive regional business growth strategies focused on selling advanced technical solutions across Southeast Asia, Korea, and Taiwan.
• Identify potential clients, evaluate prospects, and secure business within targeted industries including semiconductors, chemicals/gases, and pharmaceuticals.
• Establish and nurture robust relationships with principal decision-makers and stakeholders.
• Manage the entire sales lifecycle from initial outreach and prospecting to negotiation and final contract award.
• Create strategic account plans that facilitate revenue growth and market penetration.
• Ensure consistent maintenance of sales pipelines and forecasting accuracy.
• Collaborate intimately with operational and technical teams to ensure successful client deliverables.
• Prepare comprehensive proposals, presentations, and commercial bids to attract and retain clients.
• Work closely with internal teams to recognize and capitalize on cross-selling prospects that increase customer value.

Candidate Profile

• Possesses a relevant degree and demonstrates strong expertise in technical solution sales.
• Holds a minimum of 10 years' experience in business development, sales, or account management across Southeast Asia.
• Proven track record of successfully securing and expanding strategic client accounts across multiple countries.
• Exhibits excellent commercial insight combined with consultative selling abilities.
• Experienced in managing complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders and long sales cycles.
• Proficient in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms and pipeline management methodologies.
• Highly self-driven, entrepreneurial, and capable of working autonomously.

Benefits and Opportunities

• This is a newly created regional role offering considerable growth prospects.
• Exposure to senior leadership at regional and global levels, providing significant visibility.
• Chance to influence and shape the commercial strategy within Southeast Asia.
• Join a dynamic, internationally collaborative working environment.
• Competitive remuneration package supplemented with performance-linked incentives.

Additional Information

This vacancy is offered by an employment agency licensed under Singapore regulation (EA Licence: 18C9146). Personal data gathered during recruitment will be used solely for hiring purposes and handled according to the agency's data protection and privacy policies.