Bukit Merah - Business Development Executive

Hitachi Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., serves as the regional headquarters for seven countries across Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam). We are constantly increasing our presence through our forays in information & telecommunication systems, power systems, social infrastructure & industrial systems, electronic systems and equipment, construction machinery, high functional materials and components, automotive systems, and home appliances, among many more.

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will combine technical knowledge with a strong commercial acumen to identify opportunities, develop customer relationships, and drive business growth.

Job Duties:

• Utilize sales experience to add value to Air Compressor business offerings.
• Identify and explore new market opportunities across Southeast Asia, focusing on customers requiring compressed air solutions.
• Strengthen existing dealer networks and build relationships with Japanese-based clients in the region.
• Manage projects from initiation to successful completion, ensuring that customer requirements and timelines are met.
• Act as a liaison between the sales team and the factory, ensuring seamless communication and coordination.
• Design and propose tailored system solutions based on customer needs, collaborating with business partners for downstream implementation.
• Understand and address customer requirements, delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions.
• Provide Energy Audit solutions to demonstrate our product values to prospective customers, showcasing the value of our compressed air total solutions.

Key Qualifications:

• Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in economics or equivalent is required.
• Professional Experience: At least 5 years of experience in selling Air/gas transfer technology such as Compressor, Blower and/or Vacuum pumps the compressor related field, with a proven track record in technical sales and business development.
• Project Management Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and business objectives.
• System Solution Design: Demonstrated ability to propose comprehensive system solutions, based on detailed customer needs analysis and technical specifications.
• Customer Relationship Management: Strong capability in managing and nurturing client relationships by providing technical support, sharing relevant information, and offering guidance to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Language Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in both English and Japanese (written and verbal), facilitating effective communication with Japanese-speaking clients and stakeholders.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of compressor technology and systems, with the ability to apply this expertise in practical, customer-focused solutions.