Trade Development Executive

What you'll do

• New business development: Proactively identify, research and pursue new business opportunities across local retail, hypermarket, corporate gifting and international export channels.
• International expansion: Support market entry into key export markets — identify suitable distributors, agents or retail partners and assist with onboarding end-to-end.
• Partnership management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts including mall operators, hypermarket buyers, distributors and corporate clients.
• Pitching & negotiation: Prepare business proposals, conduct presentations to decision makers and negotiate commercial terms including pricing, MOQ and delivery arrangements.
• Trade fairs & networking: Represent Monstr at local and international halal food expos, trade shows and B2B networking events to generate leads and build brand visibility.
• Market intelligence: Monitor competitor activity and emerging distribution channels; share market insights with the CEO to support business strategy.
• Pipeline management: Maintain a structured BD pipeline, track lead status and report progress and conversion metrics to the CEO regularly.
• Cross-functional coordination: Work with Production, Logistic and Finance teams to ensure newly secured accounts are onboarded and fulfilled smoothly.
• Compliance: Ensure export documentation, halal certification requirements and import regulations for target markets are met and properly managed.

Who we're looking for

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, International Trade or any related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in business development, sales or account management — F&B, FMCG or halal food industry is a strong advantage.
• Track record of prospecting and closing deals with retail chains, distributors or corporate accounts locally or internationally.
• Existing network with hypermarket buyers, mall operators, export distributors or halal food importers is a strong advantage.
• Strong commercial sense — able to structure proposals, understand margins and negotiate confidently.
• Good communication skills.
• Willing to travel locally and internationally for client meetings, trade shows and market visits.
• Self-motivated and proactive — you do not wait to be told where to find the next opportunity.
• Must possess own transport and a valid driving licence.