Business Development Manager APAC (Industrial)

About the Role

A growing European industrial group is seeking a Business Development Manager to spearhead its expansion across the APAC region. This role blends strategic sales, partner network development, and technical solution selling. The ideal candidate will thrive in a multicultural environment and be motivated by both field engagement and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Client Development

• Develop and grow business across APAC by identifying new opportunities and nurturing existing accounts

• Understand customer requirements and tailor solutions accordingly

• Prepare proposals, follow up on leads, and manage deal profitability

Partner Network Management

• Build and manage a network of regional agents and distributors

• Implement commercial strategies aligned with global goals

Planning & Intelligence

• Maintain CRM records and provide regular reporting

• Gather market insights and share feedback with HQ

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Liaise with engineering, sales support, and marketing teams

• Support product development through customer feedback

Requirements:

• Degree in engineering or relevant technical field

• minimum 4 years of experience in B2B technical sales or business development across APAC

• Fluent in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus

• Comfortable with frequent regional travel