Business Development Executive – Automotive

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive Business Development Executive to support business growth in the automotive sector. You will identify potential customers, manage sales enquiries, prepare quotations and build strong customer relationships.

This opportunity is suitable for entry-level candidates with an interest in automotive products and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Set sales goals and develop business development strategies to grow the customer base.
• Research prospective customers and generate leads through outreach and follow-ups.
• Understand customer needs and recommend suitable products or solutions.
• Handle customer questions and enquiries professionally and promptly.
• Prepare and send accurate quotations and sales proposals.
• Follow up on leads and quotations, managing the sales process through to closing.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.
• Maintain accurate customer information, sales activities and opportunity updates in the CRM database.
• Track sales progress and provide regular pipeline updates.
• Develop product knowledge to support effective customer discussions.

Requirements

• Experience in the automotive industry is preferred; candidates with a willingness to learn are welcome.
• Candidates without prior experience are welcome to apply.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proactive and organised, with the ability to follow up consistently and work towards sales goals.
• Comfortable preparing quotations and maintaining accurate sales records.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM systems is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with the team.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 9am–6pm.
• Alternate Saturdays: 9am–1pm.

This is in partnership with the Employment and Employability Institute Pte Ltd (“e2i”). e2i is the empowering network for workers and employers seeking employment and employability solutions. e2i serves as a bridge between workers and employers, connecting with workers to offer job security through job-matching, career guidance and skills upgrading services, and partnering employers to address their manpower needs through recruitment, training, and job redesign solutions. e2i is a tripartite initiative of the National Trades Union Congress set up to support nation-wide manpower and skills upgrading initiatives. By applying for this role, you consent to recruitSG’s PDPA and e2i’s PDPA.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.