Emerging Markets Business Development Manager

Shanghai Permanent Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This role is responsible for identifying, developing and commercialising new business opportunities across emerging technology markets in China. The successful candidate will combine technical understanding with strategic business development expertise to build long-term growth pipelines and establish the company as a trusted partner in future-focused industries.
  • Shape the Future of High-Tech Industries
  • Strategic Market Development with Strong Visibility

About Our Client

Our client is a global technology provider with a strong reputation for innovation, engineering and customer-centric solutions. With a significant international footprint and a long-standing presence across industrial and scientific sectors, the company is investing heavily in emerging markets that are expected to drive future growth.

Job Description

Reporting to the regional leadership team, the Emerging Markets Strategic Growth & Development Manager will be responsible for:

  • Identifying and evaluating emerging market opportunities and technology trends aligned with the company's long-term growth strategy.
  • Developing market entry and expansion plans for new industry segments and applications.
  • Building relationships with key stakeholders across customers, research institutes, industry associations and technology ecosystems.
  • Collaborating with technical, product and commercial teams to develop compelling value propositions and business cases.
  • Driving strategic account development activities within targeted growth sectors.
  • Establishing and managing a robust pipeline of future business opportunities.
  • Monitoring competitive activity, market dynamics and industry developments to provide actionable insights.
  • Initiating customer engagement activities from early-stage opportunity identification through project development and commercial conversion.
  • Supporting revenue growth through the successful commercialisation of new market opportunities.
  • Representing the company at industry events, conferences and strategic customer engagements.



The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • Proven experience in business development, strategic marketing, market development or commercial roles within high-technology industries.
  • Strong understanding of complex technical solutions and the ability to engage with both technical and commercial stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated success in identifying and developing new applications, industries or markets.
  • Experience working with sectors such as scientific research, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, aerospace, clean energy, vacuum technology or related industries is highly desirable.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
  • Commercially minded with strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
  • Fluent communication skills in both Mandarin and English.
  • Willingness to travel as required.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to build and shape future growth businesses in emerging technology markets.
  • Strategic role with high visibility among senior leadership.
  • Exposure to some of the world's innovative industries and customers.
  • Collaborative international working environment.
  • Competitive compensation package with long-term career development opportunities.
  • A unique combination of technology, innovation, market creation and commercial leadership responsibilities.
Contact
Ann Cai
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7099933
Phone number
+862160268015

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
Business Development
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ann Cai
Consultant phone
+862160268015
Job Reference
JN-092026-7099933
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.