Business Development Executive / Assistant Manager - Jurong West

Key Responsibilities:

1. Market Development & Strategy:

• Identify new business opportunities in key industrial sectors across ASEAN.
• Conduct market research to analyze industry trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to support market expansion in collaboration with local Area Sales Managers.
• Identify and recommend potential partnerships, distributors, or strategic alliances to strengthen Röchling’s presence in the region.

1. Collaboration with Area Sales Managers:

• Work closely with local Area Sales Managers to provide insights, research, and strategic guidance for their respective markets.
• Support in developing business plans, customer engagement strategies, and market entry approaches.
• Ensure alignment between business development efforts and local sales teams' objectives.

1. Customer & Partner Engagement:

• Engage with key industry players, potential customers, and strategic partners to foster relationships and explore business opportunities.
• Organize and participate in industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to expand market reach.
• Serve as a liaison between potential clients and the internal sales & product teams, ensuring market needs are understood.

1. Internal Coordination & Reporting:

• Provide regular updates and business development reports to management on market activities, opportunities, and challenges.
• Collaborate with internal teams (product management, marketing, and operations) to ensure offerings align with market demand.
• Maintain and update internal reporting systems with key insights and engagement activities.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Candidate must possess at least a diploma, bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• For Executive: 1-3 years of experience in industrial business development.
• For Assistant Manager: 3-5 years of experience, with proven experience in market expansion strategies.
• Experience in industrial sectors within ASEAN (e.g., manufacturing, engineering, plastics, or related fields).
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with regional teams.
• Willing to travel frequently and extensively with long term commitment and enthusiasm to develop and establish our products in South Asia regions.
• Proficiency in market research tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred:

• Experience in business development across multiple ASEAN countries.
• Familiarity with industrial supply chains, procurement processes, and manufacturing industries.
• Ability to speak additional ASEAN languages is a plus.