Business Development Manager - Data Center Electrical Solutions

About the role

An international manufacturer of electrical power distribution solutions is expanding its presence in the fast-growing data center market and is seeking a commercially minded Business Development Manager based in Singapore with a regional scope covering Southeast Asia and APAC. This is not a traditional sales role: the role suits someone who understands the data center ecosystem, can spot opportunities early in the project lifecycle, builds industry relationships and helps shape market strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute market growth strategies within the data center sector.
• Identify upcoming projects and monitor market activity across Singapore and Southeast Asia.
• Build relationships with developers, hyperscalers, colocation operators, consultants, EPCs and other key industry stakeholders.
• Engage consultants and end-users early to support product specification and market adoption.
• Gather competitive intelligence, customer insights and industry trends to support business planning.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences and networking activities.
• Collaborate with regional leadership, engineering and commercial teams to support business growth.

Required profile

• Experience in business development, strategic accounts, market development or industry engagement.
• Strong understanding of the data center market and project lifecycle.
• Established network across consultants, developers, contractors, operators or technology vendors.
• Background in electrical infrastructure, critical power, power distribution, switchgear, busduct/busway systems, UPS or related solutions is highly advantageous.
• Ability to engage senior stakeholders and influence opportunities early in the project cycle.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build and develop new markets.

Ideal backgrounds include data center infrastructure vendors, critical power and electrical equipment manufacturers, M&E contractors and EPCs, engineering consultancies, data center developers and operators, and mission-critical infrastructure businesses. Applicants should submit their latest CV; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.