Job Description: Marketing Manager

Company: Trainer of Champions Gym
Location: Singapore (Island-wide)
Job Type: Full-time

About Us

Trainer of Champions Gym is a leading personal training service in Singapore specializing in bodybuilding and boxing. We are dedicated to helping clients achieve their fitness goals through customized workout plans, meal guidance, and personalized coaching. With training sessions conducted at client-preferred locations, we offer unmatched flexibility and tailored experiences.

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Marketing Manager to lead our marketing efforts, assist with operational tasks, and ensure smooth financial planning to support our growth in Singapore’s fitness industry.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Marketing and Branding

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy to enhance brand visibility and attract new clients.
• Identify target audiences and create tailored campaigns to promote our personal training services.

Content Creation and Public Relations

• Produce engaging content for digital platforms, including social media, email campaigns, and the company website.
• Leverage past media recognition (The Straits Times, The Epoch Times, Berita Harian) to enhance the brand's credibility.
• Collaborate with influencers and media outlets to secure positive coverage and endorsements.

Operational Support

• Assist in managing day-to-day operations, including coordinating schedules, events, and training logistics.
• Support the team in ensuring seamless delivery of services to clients across various training locations.

Financial Oversight

• Monitor marketing and operational expenses, ensuring adherence to budget allocations.
• Provide regular financial reports and recommend cost-effective strategies to optimize resources.

Performance Tracking and Reporting

• Analyze the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using analytics tools and adjust strategies as needed.

Summary:

• Logistic / Supply Chain industry
• Salary package = Basic up to $3000 + Comms + Incentives + AWS
• Transport allowances
• Location: Bukit Batok
• Mon - Fri @ 8.30 - 6.00pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Cold calls to prospects & sales visit to promote international air and ocean services
• Prepare monthly sales report
• Identify potential clients and develop new accounts
• To manage sales and daily logistics duties
• Maintain good relationship with clients and ensure high customer satisfaction
• Identify and enlarge targeted customer base
• Follow up and ensure smooth freight service from pick up to delivery
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Manager

Key Requirements:

• At least 1 year of sales experience in any industry
• Business Development experience will be highly advantageous
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin to communicate effectively with Mandarin speaking clients

Interested applicants, please submit your updated resume in MS Words / PDF format by using the APPLY NOW BUTTON.

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Stella Aw Yong See Hui | R24121552

Recruit Now Singapore Pte Ltd | EA No: 21C0845

Job Description:

Execute transformation of the in-house data architecture to streamline the flow and management of business data, build out analytics and visualization functions, and automate internal/external reporting with centralized data repositories and BI tools.

Build data flows and pipelines with high resiliency and integrity controls.

Adapt and migrate legacy reports to new BI platform.

Work closely with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to understand the business needs and then develop, test and deploy the appropriate solution.

Collaborate with the business technology division to adopt internal software engineering and data governance best-practices and ensure that delivered solutions comply with technology and security guidelines.

Deploy and enhance solution(s) progressively using agile/scrum methodology to meet business needs in a timely and adaptive manner.

Compile design and technical documentation on the solution(s).

Produce user guides and conduct workshops to train or coach users through the application change management process.

Manage and lead all unit testing, integration testing, user testing, regression and any other tests required for the new solution(s).

Providing hands-on guidance to users on functional and technical issues.

Job Requirements

Diploma/bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, software engineering or related fields.

Fresh graduates welcome; at least 3 years of relevant hands-on experience in requirements gathering, software development and database design is a plus.

Hands-on experience with scripting on PowerShell, Python, etc.

Writing SQL queries and working with MS SQL. Familiarity with data ETL and data warehouse/cubes is a plus.

Any relevant experience with coding on web/app/server-side applications is a plus.

Experience with source code management and deployment, agile development methodology, and DevOps.

Sales Engineer (Building Construction)

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Responsibilities:

meet clients, architects and consultants to secure contracts

provide technical support and design

Requirements

Min Diploma or Degree in Building Construction /Civil Engineering

Good interpersonal skill, presentation and communication skills

self motivated

technical inclined

knowledge of sustainability construction an advantage.

Salary： basic 1800-2500, commission 1.8%-2.5%, personal incentive $100

6 days off per month, 9hrs /days (include break) (either 11am -8pm / 12 -9 pm)

Location: Main office near to MRT Sembawang

Job Scope:

• Listening to what customers want and helping them find the perfect product for their needs.
• Constantly building product knowledge and delivering this knowledge in engaging ways.
• Setting up attractive product displays and promotional booths.
• Delivering presentations and demonstrations to customers and other stakeholders.
• Engaging in meaningful interactions and building good relationships with customers.
• Following up with customers and providing guidance on product selection.
• Meeting daily targets and submitting sales reports.
• Networking with relevant stakeholders.

Requirement:

• Required minimun 1 year sales experience

Benefits:

• Performance incentive every 6 months
• AWS (Annual Wage Supplement)
• CNY (Chinese New Year) bonus
• Dental benefits
• Medical benefits
• Birthday leave
• Uniform and training provided

EA License No.: 96C4864

Reg.No.: R24124620 (BEE SIN HOEY)

Responsibilities

• Follow Business Analysis best practices and Engagement of Stakeholders across Front-to-Back functions.
• Is responsible for all analysis of functional requirements arising from the requirements of business stakeholders, business users and technology.
• Manage the requirements and provide design options for the solutions available and guide the team.
• Evaluate of alternative IT solutions and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Provide domain expertise with the strong understanding of all cross border payments processing knowledge to help define a viable business solution, working with the key business sponsors in payment engine.
• Ensure that the services delivered conforms with, and contributes to the development of the business strategy.
• Assess the impacts on the project deadlines resulting from change requests, adhoc projects, or technology issues.
• Coordinate with various user groups and interface teams and getting them on board as interface services for various financial services.
• Manage stakeholders, risks, issues, quality, and project controls.

Qualifications

• At least 10+ years of hands-on experience in payment systems and good understanding of payments domain.
• Strong knowledge on Domestic payment systems (RTGS) and Cross-border payments (MT and MX – CBPR+)
• Good understanding of overall end-to-end cash management ecosystem
• Hands-on experience in Payment Engine Implementations - In house payment engine or vendor payment systems.
• Work on complex systems and a challenging international work environment
• Knowledge of all phases of IT system development and implementation life cycle
• Highly analytical and detail oriented in approach with excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience converting highly complex information into clear, concise documentation.
• Strong analytical skills
• Capable to effectively interact with technical team
• Strives to deliver the solution in the most effective and timely manner
• Hold a Bachelor’s /Master’s degree from a reputable university, and whilst not essential, subjects including computer science, electronics are a plus.

Next Step

• Prepare your updated resume and expected package.
• Simply click on 'Apply here' or email to [email protected] to drop your resume
• All shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Tamanna Bilandi

EA Licence No. 91C2918

Personnel Registration No. R2096241

sales supervisor's job is to ensure a sales team meets or exceeds its sales goals. They also provide leadership and support to the team, and work with other departments to align sales strategies with the company's goals.

Responsibilities

• Set goals: Set sales goals and quotas, and communicate them to the team
• Monitor performance: Track sales performance and provide feedback to team members
• Train and motivate: Select, train, and motivate the sales team
• Coach: Provide coaching and process improvement to team members
• Manage inventory: Maintain inventory, order merchandise, and ensure items are in stock
• Manage schedules: Organize and distribute staff schedules
• Provide customer service: Ensure customer satisfaction and solve customer complaints
• Work with other departments: Work with other departments to ensure sales strategies align with business objectives
• Communicate: Act as a liaison between the sales team and upper management
• Provide insights: Provide insights into market trends, customer feedback, and team performance

Skills Strong organizational and leadership skills, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to multitask, Ability to learn a variety of job descriptions, and Familiarity with company policies and legal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Explore and secure sources for lithium-ion battery scraps through direct outreach, referrals, and industry partnerships.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with existing suppliers and vendors to ensure long-term collaboration and continuity.
• Conduct industry research and participate in networking events to identify new supply sources and expand the company's network.
• Collaborate with the factory team to address supplier needs, provide recycling support, and relay valuable feedback for operational improvements.
• Stay informed about market trends and industry developments, ensuring the company's offerings remain competitive and aligned with customer needs.
• Identify opportunities by understanding customer pain points and presenting tailored solutions to address them effectively.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Business Administration, Sales & Marketing, Engineering or related fields.
• At least 2 years of experience in sales or a related commercial role in lithium ion battery or recycling industry, with a results-driven and goal-oriented approach.
• ·Strong networking abilities and able to build rapport with customers.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and confident in tackling challenges independently with minimal supervision.

Please submit your updated resume in Word format by using the Apply Now Button.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Email resume to [email protected]

People Profilers Pte Ltd, 20 Cecil Street, #08-09, PLUS Building, Singapore 049705.
Tel: 6950 9724

http://www.peopleprofilers.com
EA License Number: 02C4944
Registration Number: R1872398

Posting Personnel: Ng Jwee Ken

Ref: L8VY5883

· Minimum 10 years of experience as an IT Business Analyst working on requirements gathering, solution planning, testing and documentations

· Proven experience in testing (writing, executing and monitoring test) particularly in managing of end-to-end testing for application releases

· Good knowledge of all phases of IT software development life cycle

· Capable to work independently and maintain active coordination with both business and IT counterparts

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to answer to business needs

· Excellent communication skills

· Proactive and result-oriented

· Has strong sense of responsibility and commitment

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

· Experienced with working in an agile team, or certified with agile CSM / PSM or PMP

Responsibilities

• To develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key corporate and maritime clients.

• To identify new business opportunities with existing accounts by collaborating with clients to develop corporate healthcare solutions to meet their evolving needs, including upselling or cross-selling additional services.

• To actively manage and track the end-to-end sales cycle of opportunities from lead generation to deal closing and contracting, including maintaining an up-to-date sales pipeline and disciplined process of client relationship management.

• To ensure smooth and timely delivery of commercial projects from deployment planning to on-the-ground execution, working closely with internal teams such as operations, procurement, technology, finance, and HR.

• Support acquisition of new clients by working closely with Chief Corporate Development Officer to engage and cultivate potential accounts.

Requirement

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Healthcare Management, or related field

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in business development, sales operations, or a related role, preferably within the healthcare sector

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment

• Knowledge of the Maritime sector and its health and safety regulations is a plus

Interested candidates please send in your resume to:

[email protected]

EA Personnel: Valerie Yong Kian Fung

CEI No.: R1103704

Recruit Express Pte Ltd, EA License No.: 99C4599

Responsibilties

• Write detailed specifications in-line with the list of requirements provided by business lines
• Liaise with business counterparts for clarification and understanding of requirements
• Analyze functional impacts and take into account technical constraints advised by technical lead
• Collaborate and work closely with the developers to implement change or evolutions
• Organize PSS workshops with developers, tech leads and architects for issues
• Define tests strategy, test plan and test cases in coordination with project manager and business
• Conduct continuous testing in development environment to validate development changes
• Provide level 2/ 3 support on production issues
• Carry out analysis and investigations by verifying data on the database or GUI
• Analyze and solve functional problems in coordination with developers
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience as an IT Business Analyst working on requirements gathering, solution planning, testing and documentations
• Proven experience in testing (writing, executing and monitoring test) particularly in managing of end-to-end testing for application releases
• Good knowledge of all phases of IT software development life cycle
• Experienced with working in an agile team, or certified with agile CSM / PSM or PMP
• Relevant degree in computer major or engineering major
• Experience with backlog management tools such as Jira and Azure TFS
• Advanced knowledge and practical usage of SQL, troubleshooting and optimizing stored procedures/functions
• Knowledge in CI/CD platforms such as Github, GitLab or AzureDevOps
• Exposure to API development is strongly desired, including writing test cases for API and execute with testing tools such as Swagger or Postman
• Knowledge and understanding of programming language such as Java, C#, C++ and PowerShell is helpful
• Experienced with Spark, MSBI and Control-M for ETL projects
• Only Singaporeans

Next Step

• Prepare your updated resume and expected package.
• Simply click on 'Apply here' or email to [email protected] to drop your resume
• All shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Tamanna Bilandi

EA Licence No. 91C2918

Personnel Registration No. R2096241

Description :

The role of a Marketing & Branding Specialist will be responsible for executing both sales and marketing strategies to promote our products/services and drive customer acquisition. This role combines creativity with analytical skills, and the ideal candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced environment while delivering results.

What you can look forward to:

• Vibrant and Fun Working Environment
• 1 to 1 Mentorship (NO Prior Experience Required)
• Travel Opportunities ( Covered by Marketing Organisation)
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Competitive Salary and Performance-Based Incentives

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales and marketing strategies to meet company objectives.

• Analyze market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities for growth.

• Work closely with the sales team to align marketing initiatives with sales goals.

• Track and report on performance metrics to measure campaign success and sales progress.

• Coordinate events, webinars, and promotional activities to increase brand awareness.

• Build and maintain relationships with customers and prospects to encourage repeat business.

Requirements:

• 17 Years Of Age and Above
• No Prior Experiences Needed
• No Minimum Qualification
• No Ethical Issues

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• AWS & Performance Bonuses
• Opportunities for career advancement

Responsibilities:

• Prospecting and generating new business leads within the healthcare sector
• Developing and executing effective sales strategies to convert leads into new clients
• Negotiating and closing complex sales deals with healthcare providers and organisations
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions and exceptional customer service
• Analysing market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities
• Achieving and exceeding ambitious sales targets and revenue goals

Requirements:

• Proven track record of success in new business development, ideally within the healthcare industry
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and identify growth opportunities
• Strong commercial acumen and a data-driven, results-oriented mindset
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations, compliance, and industry best practices
• Highly motivated, resilient and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on the APPLY button below to send in your resume or send to [email protected]

EA License No: 13C6305

Reg. No.: R1985234

For candidate who applied for the advertised position is deemed to have consented to us that we may collect, use or disclose your personal information for purpose in connection with the services provided by us.

Position title : Sales Executive( Retail Sales)

Location: Serangoon

Working Days: 6 days a week (Must be able to work on weekends)

Working hours : 11am to 9pm

Salary : $3,100 basic+ Comm

Requirement

• Candidate with retail or jewellery experience is an added advantage
• Minimum GCE “N” level
• Candidate with retail or jewellery experience is an added advantage

Job Scope

• Understand and be able to explain to customers the range of Jewelley the company has to offer
• Promote the various products, services and schemes to customers
• Attend to customers and ensure service delivery standards are met in achieving total customer satisfaction
• Achieve monthly sales targets.
• Ensure merchandise and displays are consistently well presented and displayed
• Manage and maintain the overall positive image of the showroom

Interested personnel kindly contact WhatsApp: https://wa.me/6592994753 (Marcus)

Tan Meng Liang Reg No: R23115923

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte Ltd EA No: 14C7279

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost and prepare tender documents – including suggestions for destinations and inclusions.

• Manage group bookings and allotments.

• Liaise / negotiate with suppliers.

• Ensure all details of arrangements are confirmed – including transportation, accommodation, conferencing, dinners, tours, team-building and other events requirements.

• Manage financials.

• Collate and distribute registration information.

• Attend client meetings, information evenings, events as required.

• Prepare visa, health, insurance and other travel advice for clients.

• Process client requests accurately, in accordance with system and office procedures.

• Offer professional advice and suggestions to ensure customer’s expectations are met and exceeded.

• Make all reservations in accordance with the client company travel policy, ensuring that their guidelines are not breached.

• Respond to all telephone requests, email requests within CTM’s guaranteed turnaround times.

• Utilise the full facilities offered by CRS/GDS – Sabre and email, e.g. diary, queuing system, hotel reservations system, profiles (keep all traveller’s profiles up to date), office messaging system etc.

• Utilise e-ticketing for domestic and international air tickets whenever possible. Ensure details/itinerary are provided to the client.

• Ensure tickets, itineraries and documentation are always correct and delivered to the customer on time.

• Process refunds in a timely manner.

• Process invoices for charge backs on same day as being received.

• Enter custom fields in air costings for effective/accurate client reporting.

• Attend product training seminars when necessary to keep fully informed.

• Ensure a good relationship is developed with airline, hotel and car representatives and associated personnel. Utilise these relationships to gain best service and arrangements for the customer and our company.

• Attend weekly staff meeting.

• Participate as a team member and contribute to the wellbeing of our company

• Handle CTM and partner online platform

• Working closely with colleagues from other departments and offics

• General administration tasks, as assigned by the manager

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in MICE or travel & tourism company

• Must have experience with Sabre

• Advanced computer skills for Word, Excel and PowerPoint and events software “EventsAIR”

• Wide destination knowledge

• Exceptional attention to details and good time management skills

• Professional communications both written and verbal

• Proven success in managing logistics and budgets

• High level negotiator when seeking best arrangements for your clients

• Ability to speak and present in public

• High level customer service skills

· Able to work independently as well as part of a team

· Able to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and work flexible hours during peak season

· A “Can Do” attitude and positive thinking that includes creative thinking is an asset

About our client: Our client is a leading global manufacturer of pumps, valves and closures.

About the role:

• Oversee and manage Sales Representatives within the assigned territory, including forecasting, business planning, and follow-up on active opportunities.
• Visit key customers and prospects to foster personal relationships with decision-makers, identify new opportunities, and drive inquiries and orders. Gain a comprehensive understanding of customer processes, organizations, and business needs to provide a competitive advantage in sales.
• Track and manage sales activities, including quotations, profitability, pricing trends, and quotation success ratios for the designated territories. Ensure effective use and maintenance of the Sales Team's quotation tracking systems.
• Develop and deliver technical sales presentations to customer decision-makers, promoting the company's product offerings and confirming product compliance with customer specifications and requirements.
• Pursue and evaluate inquiries from clients regarding aftermarket parts and services, including Valves, Desuperheaters, steam conditioning products, and field services, to support Aftermarket Operations.
• Submit weekly reports detailing key market insights, customer feedback, competitor activities, and any relevant industry information that may impact the business directly or indirectly.
• Investigate and coordinate the resolution of customer issues related to products, delivery, or services, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Engage with customers through site visits as needed to conduct product design reviews or resolve commercial issues, facilitating customer commitment to orders.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote the technical advantages of Cope Vulcan Products, including product designs and services.
• Create sales plans and actions to meet market booking targets and business objectives.
• Prepare annual product forecasts for the market, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Train and collaborate with sales channels through joint calls and field activities.
• Develop and deliver training programs for both internal and external sales teams in coordination with other team members.
• Maintain comprehensive client profiles for key stakeholders, including end users, EPCs, and OEMs.
• Provide market intelligence and pricing recommendations to guide business decisions.
• Take ownership of major projects within the territory, leading the strategy to secure business opportunities.
• Provide regular competitive updates and insights specific to the region.
• Set goals for distributors and representatives, conducting semi-annual performance reviews.
• Perform additional tasks as needed, as directed by the supervisor.
• Seek technical and commercial support from manufacturing locations to address customer needs when necessary.
• Ensure the timely preparation and submission of handover documents for orders to manufacturing locations.
• Work closely with contact management throughout the execution of contracts.
• Prepare Pre-Qualification documents and business reports as required by management.

About you:

• Degree in Engineering or similar field and over 10 years of related experience in supporting sales activities/sales in Power, Petrochemical, Oil & Gas, Water & Wastewater and General Industries in the region & Valve sales experience (control valve experience preferred).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle various situations involving limited standardization. Capable of interpreting a range of instructions, including written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled formats.
• Expertise in reviewing customer-supplied specifications, P&IDs, and data sheets to determine the best valve selections based on job requirements and application needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat for job-related tasks.
• In-depth knowledge of Severe Service and General Service control valve applications across Power, Industrial, and other markets.
• Expertise in Desuperheating and Steam Conditioning applications for power generation and co-generation systems.
• Ability to effectively use sizing programs for valve and system selection.
• Proficient in Steam Conditioning and Turbine Bypass applications for Power and Co-Gen environments.
• Experience in basic instrumentation and electrical design, particularly regarding valve control and system integration.
• Familiarity with fluid handling equipment sizing and design.
• Strong prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities, capable of working with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to thrive in a matrixed, collaborative team environment.
• Results-oriented with a strong customer focus and a drive for delivering successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of customer networks and industry-specific requirements.
• Willingness to take on additional tasks as assigned by the Sales Director.

*Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EA Name: Kingsforce Management Services Pte. Ltd.

EA License: 94C3545

EAP Name: Paola Jane Ofrasio Fajardo

EAP Reg No: R1325507

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Regional Business Developer for Asia Pacific to drive our global group growth initiatives and support our Group Strategy, M&A, and Venturing activities. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in scouting new business opportunities, deal origination, M&A incl. post-merger integration, while also contributing to develop and foster our external network to key players and advisors for growth and business opportunities. This role requires a proven seniority in strategy, venture capital (VC), private equity (PE), mergers & acquisitions (M&A), or a related field, with strong knowledge of the real estate and construction industry in Asia Pacific.

Strategy & M&A:

• Support the Head of Strategy and M&A in Asia Pacific region with strategy development
• Collaborate with the Group Strategy team to implement strategic initiatives, including portfolio optimization, value creation and competitive positioning

Growth Strategy & Portfolio Management:

• Support the Chief Growth Officer and his team with deal origination and scouting activities by leveraging industry networks
• Work closely with Group Functions and local country organizations to leverage market and industry insights
• Support the Head of Umdasch Group Venturing in identifying industry trends, emerging technologies, and market disruptions
• Build and nurture relationships with key industry stakeholders, such as venture capital firms, PEs, start-ups, Prop- and ConTech, to foster an ecosystem of venturing and innovation
• Identify and manage strategic growth opportunities (potential acquisitions, partnerships, and investments)
• Oversee portfolio of new business opportunities by regularly monitoring performance, and value creation opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics (or a related field). MBA or equivalent advanced degree is strongly preferred
• 10-15 years of relevant business experience with significant expertise in strategy, venture capital (VC), private equity (PE), mergers & acquisitions (M&A), or similar fields.
• Experience working in Asia Pac markets with a deep understanding of regional business dynamics of the real estate and construction field / Excellent networking
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling.
• Ability to think strategically and translate insights into actionable growth strategies
• Expertise in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders across different geographies in Asia Pac
• Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills
• Willingness to take on international assignments (50% travel)