Mecademic develops compact, precise, and innovative robotic automation solutions for the electronics and life sciences sectors. Our ultra-compact robotic arms are used worldwide by OEMs, system integrators, and end-users for tasks requiring precision and reliability in automation.
Your Role
We are seeking a results-driven Account & Business Development Manager to spearhead our growth in the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) market. The role involves a strategic balance of recruiting, managing and growing existing key machine builders, integrators and OEM accounts while actively driving new end-user (manufacturers) business acquisition through strategic prospecting and sales initiatives.
This position may involve managing distributors in the region, and may also include supporting key opportunities in India and/or China.
Your Main Responsibilities
● Business Development: identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities and develop the partners network within the designated territory
● Key Account Management: nurture and expand relationships with an existing portfolio of key accounts and partners
● Channel Partner Management: develop and manage the network of partners across the ASEAN region
● Sales Strategy: Develop and execute a sales strategy and action plan to achieve sales targets
● Negotiation & Closing: lead contract negotiations, prepare proposals, and close sales deals, ensuring profitability and legal compliance.
● Market Intelligence: Serve as the regional expert, monitor market trends, and customer needs to inform product and sales strategies.
● Reporting: maintain accurate and up-to-date sales pipeline information, activities, and forecasts in the CRM system
Your Profile
You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field, and have confirmed experience (5 years or more) in a similar role, ideally in automation, robotics or related industrial technology sector.
Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Malay, Vietnamese or Mandarin is a significant advantage for daily client communication.
Your Technical Skills:
● Proven ability to manage the entire sales cycle
● Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills for B2B executives
● Proficient user of CRM software for pipeline management and accurate forecasting
● Proven success in managing and growing relationships with large industrial customers
● Technical knowledge of robots or automation systems
● Proven understanding of the ASEAN business environment and cultural nuances is highly desirable
● Autonomous, proactive, and results-oriented with the ability to work independently in a remote setting
Job Conditions
👉 Full-time permanent remote position, to be filled as soon as possible
👉 Ability to travel frequently across the ASEAN region to meet clients and partners 👉 Compensation based on profile and experience. This is a commission based position.
👉 Requires living in the ASEAN region (ideally Malaysia) and having a valid work permit
Why Mecademic?
Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. At Mecademic, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of automation in the Midwest and beyond, with the opportunity to manage some of the region's largest and most important industrial accounts.