Business Development Manager
About the job
The Company: Our client is a leader in FMCG Industry.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive market research to identify international FMCG brands (e.g. beauty, personal care, home care, baby care, home appliance) with high growth potential in Vietnam.
- Develop tailored business proposals and go-to-market strategies to engage and secure distribution rights from brand owners.
- Lead end-to-end negotiation and partnership discussions with principals to finalize commercial terms and distribution agreements.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Finance) to build and execute brand launch plans, from importation to in-market activation.
- Source and evaluate suppliers and manufacturers where needed to support brand development or white-label opportunities.
- Monitor market trends, category movements, and competitor activity to propose new business directions and strategic recommendations.
- Build strong, long-term relationships with brand owners (principals), ensuring mutual growth and consistent alignment.
- Mentor and develop junior team members to strengthen overall business development capability.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in Business Development, Trade Marketing, or Brand Acquisition, ideally in a trading company within FMCG.
- Strong understanding of Vietnam’s FMCG landscape and consumer behavior.
- Proven track record in securing distribution partnerships and successfully launching brands into new markets.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required.
To apply, please send your updated CV to Hoa Tran at hoa.tran@cornerstoneglobalpartners.com, quoting the job title or Click Apply Now.
Due to the anticipated high volume of applicants, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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Consultant
Senior Consultant - FMCG & Retail