Robert Walters ★ 4.3

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Head for the APAC region. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead business expansion planning, define market entry strategies, and manage strategic projects within a leading organisation. You will be at the forefront of identifying future market trends and translating them into growth opportunities.

What you'll do:

As the Business Development Head for the APAC region, your primary role will be to spearhead the growth of our client's strategic business unit. You will be responsible for identifying future market trends and translating these insights into tangible business growth opportunities. Your expertise in strategic planning will be crucial in defining entry strategies into new markets and segments. You will also play a pivotal role in coordinating strategy projects, managing acquisition and divestment projects, and ensuring cross-functional coordination across various departments.

• Identify future market trends, developments, and product/service expectations
• Lead mid- and long-term business expansion planning process on regional/global level
• Define entry strategy into new markets/segments through deep understanding of customers/trade/consumers
• Analyse and build different future scenarios to create new paths of business including timing and investment planning
• Coordinate and manage strategy projects, act as Project Lead for business unit-wide projects
• Explore and manage acquisition and divestment projects, develop pipeline for acquisitions
• Ensure cross-functional coordination of processes and departments, initiate and lead Innovation projects

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Business Development Head - APAC role brings a wealth of experience from a similar position within the chemical manufacturing industry. Your strong leadership skills coupled with your excellent communication abilities make you an effective team leader who can inspire others towards achieving common goals. Your strategic thinking capabilities are complemented by your analytical prowess which enables you to identify potential growth opportunities effectively. Additionally, your computer proficiency and strong presentation skills equip you to present complex information in an understandable manner.

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Chemicals, Engineering, Science, Business Administration or Marketing
• From 10 years of experience in a business development function at management level, experience in chemicals manufacturing is a big advantage
• Experience B2B sales channel
• Excellent communication skills in English and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Very good strategic mindset, business acument and analytical ability
• Computer proficiency and strong presentation skills

What sets this company apart:

This multinational chemicals manufacturing company is recognized as the market leader in their field of expertise. The firm is very focused on developing and training their people to the highest standards.

What's next:

Ready to leave your mark for more sustainable growth? Don't miss this exciting opportunity!

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.