Business Development Associate

We are looking for a forward-thinking and customer-oriented Business Development Associate to be based in Singapore for a globally reputable ship manager to support the growth of their newbuilding supervision business. As a commercially minded maritime professional, you will identity global market opportunities, build high-level stakeholder relationships and execute complex commercial proposals in a dynamic international environment. The ideal candidate would have a Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, 3-5 years of prior sales experience within Shipping especially within the new building supervision business, the readiness to travel 70% of the time and effective interpersonal and stakeholder management skills. Responsibilities: Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the newbuilding and maritime services sectors. Build and maintain high-impact relationships with shipowners, shipyards, leasing companies, and maritime investors. Monitor global fleet expansion plans and shipyard activities to identify emerging commercial opportunities. Lead the coordination and preparation of high-quality proposals, tenders, and commercial presentations. Partner with internal technical and operational teams to design competitive and technically sound customer solutions. Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and customer insights within the CRM to support global strategy. Represent the company at major industry exhibitions and high-level customer meetings globally. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Nautical Science or a related field. 3–5 years of sales/ business development experience within Shipping/ Ship Management, ideally within the newbuilding supervision business. Must be ready and willing to travel internationally 70% of the year to visit shipyards and clients. Self-motivated, resilient, and possess a "relentless" approach to business development. Proven ability in interpersonal communication and stakeholder management, with a track record of navigating complex maritime deals. Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct competitor and market analysis to support commercial objectives. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.