Business Development Manager - South Korea
Business Development Manager - Electronic ComponentsSouth Korea | APAC Coverage | Strategic Sales LeadershipWe are partnering with a global organisation within the electronic components supply chain to recruit a Business Development Manager based in South Korea.This is a senior commercial role responsible for driving strategic customer acquisition and revenue growth across the APAC region. The successful candidate will take ownership of building and expanding a strong customer pipeline, representing the business at a senior level, and developing long-term partnerships within high-reliability electronics markets.This role requires a highly experienced, commercially driven professional with a strong network in franchised or independent distribution, or supplier-side electronics sales, and a proven ability to operate across complex international markets.The RoleAs Business Development Manager, you will:• Drive profitable revenue growth across assigned APAC territories and vertical markets• Build and expand a strong pipeline of new and strategic customer relationships• Own and deliver high-impact commercial messaging and value proposition positioning• Develop deep market insight across your region, leveraging industry knowledge and networks• Engage confidently with senior stakeholders, including procurement leaders and C-suite decision makers• Build and maintain a structured CRM pipeline with clear forecasting and strategic planning• Identify customer needs quickly and align them with tailored commercial solutions• Collaborate closely with internal teams to support long-term account development• Act as a senior representative of the business, setting standards for performance and professionalismWhat We're Looking For• Proven track record of delivering profitable sales growth in electronic components or semiconductor markets• Strong experience in franchised distribution, independent distribution, or supplier-side sales• Established network across APAC electronics or high-reliability industries• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at senior leadership level• Experience working in fast-paced, remote or international sales environments• Highly organised with strong CRM and pipeline management capabilitySkills & Competencies• Exceptional relationship-building and negotiation skills• Strong presentation and communication abilities (written and verbal)• Comfortable working across multi-cultural, international environments• Strategic thinker with a strong execution mindset• Experience with structured sales methodologies (e.g. Challenger, Sandler, Miller Heiman) advantageous• Fluent business English required (additional regional language skills beneficial)Requirements• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across APAC (30% )• Valid passport and ability to undertake international travel• Driving licence (for local market engagement where required)What's on Offer• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure• Comprehensive benefits package aligned to local market standards• Strong emphasis on career progression and international exposure• Extensive travel across APAC• Opportunity to play a key role in a high-growth global organisationIf you are a senior commercial professional with deep experience in electronic components and a strong APAC network, we would like to hear from you #LI-EB1