Our client specializes in advanced water treatment and wastewater recycling.
Head of Business Development - Southeast Asia
We're looking for a dynamic leader to drive our expansion in Southeast Asia and establish us as a top water technology partner. You'll build operations from scratch, lead business development, and drive growth in the region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute our market entry and growth strategy for Southeast Asia
- Drive business development and sales for water infrastructure projects, including EPC solutions and advanced water treatment systems
- Build and lead a regional team to support operations, sales, and client engagement
- Collaborate with our Beijing HQ on technology integration and strategic initiatives
- Promote our digital solutions, including IoT-enabled sensors and AI-driven predictive maintenance tools
- Establish partnerships with government agencies, industrial clients, and research institutions
- Represent us at industry events and conferences
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field
- Significant experience in water projects, EPC, or industrial solutions
- Proven track record in business development and sales leadership in Southeast Asia
- Start-up experience: building teams, launching new products, and scaling operations
- Strong understanding of IoT, AI applications in industrial settings, and digital transformation
- Ability to navigate cross-cultural environments; familiarity with Chinese business practices preferred
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Skills:
- Network within the water industry and government agencies in Southeast Asia
- Experience in strategic partnerships and joint ventures
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach
