Assistant Business Development Manager
At a glance
Mid-level Business Development role at ST Engineering. ST Electronics Hub.
Pay not stated
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What you'll do
- Research government and commercial markets in Singapore and overseas for defence, public security, and autonomous systems
- Turn market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs into focused sales approaches
- Build and carry out business development plans that reflect local defence requirements and future plans
- Find prospective clients, distributors, and partners through networking, cold calls, and other prospecting
- Maintain key relationships and create sales presentations and proposals for prospective customers
What you bring
- A degree in business or engineering is required
- At least three years in sales or business development
- Working knowledge of UAS systems, their operations, and approval processes
- Strong communication and negotiation ability, with a strategic and results-focused approach
- Singaporean citizenship is required
Who this fits
You’ll suit this role if you can develop defence and public security opportunities across government and commercial accounts, including international markets. Experience selling internationally or working within the defence ecosystem is useful, and you should be ready to travel internationally when needed. The role is based at Ang Mo Kio in Singapore.
From the employer
About ST Engineering
ST Engineering is a global technology, defence, and engineering group with offices across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S., serving customers in more than 100 countries. The Group uses technology and innovation to solve real-world problems and improve lives through its diverse portfolio of businesses across the aerospace, smart city, defence, and public security segments. Headquartered in Singapore, ST Engineering ranks among the largest companies listed on the Singapore Exchange.
Our history spans more than 50 years, and our strategy is underpinned by our core values – Integrity, Value Creation, Courage, Commitment and Compassion. These 5 core values guide every aspect of our business and are embedded in our ST Engineering culture – from the people we hire, to working with each other, to our partners and customers.
About our Business
Our Unmanned & Integrated Systems business offers holistic solutions in system engineering and integration. We pioneer maritime robotics and autonomy solutions, provide system integration for complex naval and island air defence System-of-Systems (SoS), and take care of the operation and maintenance of Command, Control, Communications, Computers Intelligence (C4I) systems. We cater to the needs of Defence, Public Safety & Security, and Commercial clients worldwide, providing seamless and innovative services that redefine possibilities.
Together, We Can Make A Significant Impact
We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented Assistant Business Development Manager to drive business growth and expand market opportunities for defence and public security solutions. The role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and developing markets across government and commercial sectors locally and internationally, with emphasis on Autonomous Systems.
Be Part of Our Success
- Conduct market research to identify potential markets for our products/services for both government and commercial sectors, local and overseas with a focus on but not limited to defence and public security systems and solutions.
- Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and customer needs to develop targeted sales strategies.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive business development plan, be aware of local defence requirements and future plans.
- Identify and target potential clients, distributors, and partners.
- Generate high-quality leads through networking, cold calling, and other sales prospecting methods.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners.
- Prepare compelling sales presentations and proposals for potential clients.
Qualities We Value
- Degree in Business or Engineering
- Track record of at least 3 years in sales and/or business development.
- International Sales background an advantage.
- Experience with defence ecosystem an advantage.
- Knowledge and understanding on UAS systems, operations and approval processes.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to travel internationally as needed.
- Results-oriented with a strategic mindset.
- Singaporean only
Our Commitment That Goes Beyond the Norm
- An environment where you will be working on cutting-edge technologies and architectures.
- Safe space where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone’s unique contributions are celebrated.
- Meaningful work and projects that make a difference in people’s lives.
- A fun, passionate and collaborative workplace.
- Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits.
Location: Ang Mo Kio
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