Assistant Manager - Planning & Business Development (Engineering Background)
The Assistant Manager - Planning & Business Development will be responsible for leading the organization’s strategic growth initiatives and long-term planning. This role combines high-level strategic thinking with hands-on business development efforts. The candidate will identify and assess new business opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and drive the overall growth strategy to ensure the company meets its long-term objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning:
- Develop and implement comprehensive business strategies and plans that align with the company’s long-term vision and goals.
- Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and industry developments to inform strategy.
- Lead the annual strategic planning process and set company-wide objectives in collaboration with senior management.
2. Business Development:
- Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities to drive growth, including new markets, product lines, and revenue streams.
- Build and nurture strategic partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures that enhance the company’s market position.
- Develop go-to-market strategies for new products, services, and initiatives.
3. Market Analysis and Research:
- Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics.
- Provide insights to guide product development, marketing strategies, and business expansion efforts.
4. Revenue Growth and Profitability:
- Drive initiatives that increase the company’s revenue, market share, and profitability.
- Develop pricing, sales, and distribution strategies that align with growth objectives.
5. Team Leadership and Collaboration:
· Lead, mentor, and manage the strategic planning and business development teams.
· Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, operations, and finance, to ensure alignment and execution of growth strategies.
6. Performance Monitoring and Reporting:
· Track and analyze key performance metrics, reporting progress and adjusting as needed.
· Coordinate Risk & Compliance initiatives inclusive of HICOM Management System, Group Internal Audit, Risk Management, and ISO 9001:2015.
· Present business development strategies and performance updates to the executive team and stakeholders.
7. Compliance Strategy and Program Development:
· Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance program that aligns with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies.
· Establish and enforce internal policies, procedures, and controls to ensure adherence to laws and regulations.
· Keep up-to-date with changing laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact the business, advising senior management accordingly.
8. Risk Management Framework:
· Develop, implement, and maintain an enterprise-wide risk management framework to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across all business units.
· Conduct regular risk assessments to monitor, manage, and report on operational, financial, legal, and reputational risks.
· Implement strategies and action plans to minimize risk exposure, including insurance, compliance audits, and risk control measures.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: RM5,000.00 - RM7,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Opportunities for promotion
- Professional development
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Performance bonus