WE ARE HIRING: Senior Manager / Manager – Business Development (Trade & Logistics)

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-time
Company Industry: Real Estate Development / Special Economic Zone / Trade & Logistics

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Manager / Manager – Business Development (Trade & Logistics) to support business promotion, investor engagement, stakeholder relationship management, and strategic business development initiatives within a large-scale real estate development and special economic zone environment.

The selected candidate will be responsible for identifying market opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, promoting trade and logistics-related propositions, supporting investor engagement, and assisting in negotiations with prospective investors. This role requires strong business development experience, excellent client-facing skills, and the ability to work with local and international stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Market Strategy

• Define marketable overall and sub-sector propositions for trade and logistics-related opportunities.
• Conduct research and benchmark similar special economic zones and regional trends.
• Develop strategic plans and recommendations to support promotion and business development.
• Identify potential trade, logistics, and investment opportunities within local and international markets.
• Support management with market insights and business development strategies.

Client & Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with local and foreign entities in the industry.
• Leverage stakeholder relationships to create and facilitate partnerships.
• Maintain relationships with relevant industry stakeholders locally and internationally.
• Assist potential investors in developing business models and proposals.
• Provide proactive solutions to address concerns raised by industry stakeholders and prospective investors.

Investor Engagement & Promotion

• Recommend and implement industry-specific strategies to penetrate international markets.
• Support international roadshows, events, and promotional activities.
• Develop and present business development plans to senior management.
• Assist in attracting investors and strengthening investor interest in trade and logistics opportunities.
• Conduct professional engagement with prospective investors throughout the business development process.

Proposal, Negotiation & Transaction Support

• Assist in preparing investment proposals, business models, and commercial presentations.
• Support negotiations of contracts and agreements with prospective investors.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to move business opportunities forward.
• Maintain professional follow-up with prospects to support successful conversion.
• Ensure business development activities are aligned with organizational objectives and market priorities.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in relevant sectors, including strategy, business development, consulting, or corporate finance.
• Exposure to multinational services businesses and international markets will be preferred.
• Strong background in trade, logistics, business development, or investment promotion.
• Experience in consulting, financial services, corporate finance, or strategic business advisory will be an added advantage.
• Strong client-facing skills with experience in negotiating and closing prospects.
• Excellent business development, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to research markets and develop business strategies.
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders, investors, and industry partners.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong professionalism, commercial awareness, and stakeholder management ability.

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