International Business Development Manager (China Market)

• Identify and capitalize on new international business partnership opportunities, with a primary focus on the Chinese market.
• Conduct in-depth market research to uncover trends, customer preferences, competitor strategies, and growth potential in China.
• Develop a profound understanding of Chinese customer needs, buying behavior, and cultural nuances to craft effective business strategies tailored to the market.
• Create and implement comprehensive business strategies for market penetration in China, setting both short-term and long-term goals aligned with the company’s objectives.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, partners, distributors, and key stakeholders in China to drive customer satisfaction, loyalty, and business growth.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management on business development initiatives, particularly for China, and support strategic decision-making.
• Drive growth and success in the Chinese market by achieving OKRs/targets, managing resources efficiently, and owning P&L responsibilities, including financial modeling for deal analysis and commercial negotiations.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to design and execute targeted marketing campaigns, promotions, and branding strategies specific to the Chinese market, ensuring the company&aposs products or services align with local demands.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Marketing, or related fields.
• Proven experience of over 7 years in international business development, particularly in the food industry and focusing on the Chinese market.
• Strong analytical skills for market research, customer insights, and competitor analysis specific to China.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to navigate cultural nuances in China.
• Proactive, result-oriented, and adaptable to dynamic market conditions.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, capable of working independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Mandarin is highly preferred.