Business Development Manager, East Malaysia

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Whether it's through our products, software, and services that propel the digital transformation of energy management and automation, or through our corporate citizenship and volunteer activities, we make a meaningful impact by empowering people and organizations to become more resilient, electric, and digital.

Which is where you come in. Working at Schneider Electric means working toward a cleaner, better world. You're part of a global team built on inclusion, mastery, purpose, action, curiosity, and teamwork, turning sustainability ambitions into actions.

The Role: Business Development Manager (East Malaysia)

We are looking for a driven Business Development Manager for East Malaysia to accelerate Schneider Electric’s growth across Sabah and Sarawak. This role focuses on expanding market presence, developing new business opportunities, strengthening relationships with key stakeholders, and driving demand creation across priority segments.

You will play a key role in shaping opportunities early, influencing specifications, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver integrated, customer-centric solutions.

What will you do?

• Develop and execute the go-to-market strategy for Sabah & Sarawak.
• Identify and grow business in priority segments: Water & Environment, Buildings, Industrial, Utilities, Large Infrastructure.
• Build strong relationships with end users, consultants, EPC’s and government agencies.
• Generate quality pipeline through customer visits, roadshows, events, and partnerships.
• Influence specifications by working closely with consultants and the Prescription team.
• Lead opportunity shaping and support multi-BU deal strategies.
• Strengthen the partner ecosystem (EPC’s, SI’s, contractors) through engagement and enablement.
• Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and adhere to sales governance and compliance.
  
  

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field.
• 5+ years of experience in sales or business development within building, industrial, or energy sectors.
• Strong network with consultants, EPCs, and end users in Sabah/Sarawak is an advantage.
• Knowledge of MV/LV systems, UPS, BMS/EMS, Industrial Automation, or Sustainability is preferred.
• Proven ability to open new accounts and develop new markets.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
  
  

What’s in it for me?

• Global Family Leave
• Comprehensive medical coverage for employee and dependents
• Worldwide Employee Stock Ownership
• Hybrid work arrangement (New Ways of Working)
• …and more!
  
  

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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€40 billion global revenue

+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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