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Senior/Director Business Development ( Only Staffing & Recruitment)

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Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Role Overview: Teknowiz is seeking a seasoned Senior Business Development Manager (BDM) to drive client acquisition and revenue growth for its Recruitment and Staffing vertical across the SEA region. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in the staffing industry, strong leadership skills, and the ability to establish scalable business strategies. This role is critical to building a robust client base and ensuring operational success from the outset.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning:

• Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy targeting key industries (e.g., IT, finance, banking, manufacturing).

• Identify new business opportunities and create plans to penetrate competitive markets

2. Client Acquisition:

• Prospect, pitch, and secure long-term clients through networking, cold calling, and referrals.

• Build strong relationships with HR leaders, CEOs, and hiring managers to understand their staffing needs.

3. Revenue Generation:

• Set and meet revenue and sales targets quarterly and annually.

• Negotiate and finalize contracts to ensure profitability.

4. Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with recruitment and operations teams to ensure client requirements are met efficiently.

• Provide input on candidate sourcing strategies to align with client expectations.

5. Market Intelligence:

• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activity and market demands to inform business strategy.

6. Reporting and Metrics:

• Track and report sales performance, pipeline activity and client feedback to senior management.

• Develop actionable insights based on performance data.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 10+ years of experience in business development within the staffing or recruitment industry.

• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets.

• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and compliance requirements in Malaysia.

• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in CRM tools, ATS software, and Microsoft Office Suite