Business Development Director (China Market)

. Focus on China MICE Market and Local China Corporate client's business development (MICE)

. Develop business growth strategies and plans, manage, retain and increase client base

. Negotiate with stakeholders, business partners and clients

. Research business opportunities and viable income streams

. Draft and review contracts, write business proposals

. Create a systematic, process-driven approach to partner outreach and relationship management

. Identify and source for partnership opportunities and outreach through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls, emails and client visits

. Collaborate with management and internal stakeholders to align internal goals with new and existing partner relationships

. Negotiate and finalise deals in accordance with Company's contract guidelines and policies

. Deliver a great experience to our partners when working with our organisation - represent our brand and act as our partners internal liaison

. Forecast, measure, and report the results of various projects with partners, including co-created and/or co-branded content promotions, lead sharing, and/or event partnerships

. Maintain excellent ongoing relationships with current partners and offer new ways to grow the partnerships

. Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

. Diploma with minimally 3 years of relevant work experience in China market business development, sales and/or partnerships

. Experience with handling China clients will be preferred.

. Possess a strong network of business contacts over the course of career

. Sales-driven and result-oriented

. Excellent interpersonal skills with a high degree of personal energy

. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese

. Critical thinker with a strategic mind and problem-solving skills, including risk/roadblock identification

. Pro-active team player with a positive attitude and determination to succeed