JUNIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Job responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities for the company’s catering and food service operations.
• Source potential clients through market research, networking, cold calls and business enquiries.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients.
• Understand clients’ requirements and work with internal teams to propose suitable services.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, presentations and tender documents.
• Arrange and attend client meetings, site visits and sales presentations.
• Support contract negotiations and follow up on proposals to secure new business.
• Coordinate with operations teams to ensure a smooth handover of new accounts.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities and customer feedback.
• Maintain accurate sales records and provide regular updates on leads, sales activities and progress towards targets.

Job requirement

• Diploma or degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Preferably 1–2 years of experience in business development, sales or account management.
• Experience in catering, food and beverage, or food service operations is an advantage.
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Able to prepare clear business proposals and quotations.
• Proactive, organised and comfortable approaching prospective clients.
• Able to work independently and collaborate with internal teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willing to travel locally for client meetings and site visits.
• Candidates with relevant sales experience who are ready to take on greater responsibility are welcome to apply.