Samaiden Group Hiring! Full Time Business Development Manager in Selangor - Ricebowl

Role Description

The Business Development Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Johor Bahru, with flexibility for partial work-from-home arrangements. This role is responsible for leading business development activities, managing and coaching the business development team, and driving the growth of renewable energy and solar PV opportunities across Malaysia. Key responsibilities include identifying new market opportunities, building a strong pipeline of prospects, supervising proposal and tender activities, leading client engagement, and supporting negotiations for major contracts. The Business Development Manager will also be expected to guide team members in lead generation, client follow-up, proposal preparation, presentation delivery, and opportunity conversion. The Business Development Manager will also be required to explore partnerships in regional markets, monitor industry trends, and contribute to business strategies that strengthen Samaiden’s market presence and long-term growth.

Qualifications

·        Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.

·        Proven experience in business development, sales, key account management, or corporate client development, preferably in renewable energy, engineering, infrastructure, or related industries.

·        Experience in managing, supervising, coaching, or leading a business development or sales team.

·        Strong ability to source, approach, and develop large corporate clients, strategic accounts, institutional customers, and regional business partners.

·        Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide team members, monitor performance, set priorities, and drive accountability.

·        Excellent client relationship management, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.

·        Ability to conduct market research, competitor analysis, and business planning to support growth strategies and expansion initiatives.

·        Competence in reviewing and supervising commercial proposals, tender submissions, quotations, and presentation materials with strong attention to detail.

·        Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical and commercial matters clearly to clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.

·        Familiarity with solar PV, EPCC project cycles, corporate PPA, rooftop solar, BESS, or O&M services is an advantage.

·        Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities, supervise team deliverables, and meet tight deadlines.