Business Development Assistant Manager (Sales)

TL;DR

Business Development Assistant Manager (Sales): Driving commercial growth and maximizing KPIs across the East Coast and Northern regions of Malaysia through strategic distributor management and retail activation. Focus on optimizing distribution infrastructure, executing sales plans, and building strong relationships with key trade partners to increase market share.

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Onsite, travel required)

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in the tea industry, dedicated to delivering high-quality tea products and driving sustainable growth.

What you will do

• Manage and optimize performance of assigned distribution partners to ensure ROI and distribution objectives are met.
• Develop and train distributor sales teams to drive operational excellence and brand activation.
• Analyze market data, shopper insights, and SKU performance to identify growth opportunities and refine sales strategies.
• Coordinate with internal functions including marketing, supply chain, and logistics to ensure seamless execution of business plans.
• Monitor and manage trade spend budgets and ensure timely claims processing and payment collection.
• Build and maintain relationships with key retailers in Modern Trade to secure display and promotional visibility.

Requirements

• Commercial degree, preferably in Sales or Marketing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in distributor or customer management.
• Proven track record of delivering topline and bottom-line results.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in English language.
• Ability to travel within the assigned region is required.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized brand in the FMCG sector.
• Focus on performance, growth mindset, and agility.
• Collaborative environment that values transparency, ownership, and accountability.
• Exposure to complex market dynamics and strategic business planning.