Business Development Manager - APAC

SS8 Networks is seeking a Business Development Manager for the APAC region to identify, develop, and close business opportunities with government agencies. This role requires a strong understanding of government procurement processes, the ability to build collaborative relationships, and navigate complex international markets. The manager will be responsible for building a robust sales pipeline, preparing proposals, and cultivating strategic relationships to help make societies safer through lawful and location intelligence solutions.

Must Have

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with government agencies in key customers within the region.
• Build and manage a robust sales pipeline and deliver against quarterly and annual bookings targets.
• Develop deep knowledge of government procurement policies, bidding processes, and compliance requirements.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and government meetings.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to develop and tailor offerings to meet unique government customer needs.
• Prepare detailed proposals, presentations, and RFI/RFP responses.
• Cultivate long-term strategic relationships with key government stakeholders, partners, and consultants.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform go-to-market strategies.
• 5+ years of business development, sales, or account management experience selling to international governments or public sector clients.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in complex, high-value B2G sales environments.
• Deep understanding of international government procurement, tendering, and contracting processes.
• Effective negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience working with Law Enforcement and Government Intelligence agencies.
• Experience working throughout APAC countries.
• Ability to travel internationally as needed.
• Fluency in English.

Good to Have

• Additional language(s) a strong asset.

Perks & Benefits

• Work on impactful projects with governments around the world.
• Be part of a mission-driven, globally respected organization.
• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Dynamic, international work environment with growth opportunities.

Description

Job Title: Business Development Manager - APAC

Location: Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, or Singapore

Company Overview:

About SS8 Networks: As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high-performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is trusted by the largest government agencies, communications providers, and systems integrators globally.

Role Summary:

The Business Development Manager - APAC will be responsible for identifying, developing, and closing business opportunities within the region. This role requires a strong understanding of government procurement processes, the ability to build collaborative relationships, and navigate complex international markets

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with government agencies in key customers within the region.
• Build and manage a robust sales pipeline and deliver against quarterly and annual bookings targets.
• Develop deep knowledge of government procurement policies, bidding processes, and compliance requirements.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and government meetings Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and government meetings in a professional and respectful manner that values diversity and inclusion.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including product, marketing, legal, and operations, to develop and tailor offerings to meet the unique needs of government customers.
• Prepare detailed proposals, presentations, and RFI/RFP responses.
• Cultivate long-term strategic relationships with key government stakeholders, partners, and consultants.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform go-to-market strategies.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of business development, sales, or account management experience selling to international governments or public sector clients.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in complex, high-value B2G sales environments.
• Deep understanding of international government procurement, tendering, and contracting processes.
• Effective negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience working with Law Enforcement and Government Intelligence agencies.
• Experience working throughout APAC countries.
• Ability to travel internationally as needed.
• Fluency in English required; additional language(s) a strong asset.

Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful projects with governments around the world.
• Be part of a mission-driven, globally respected organization.
• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Dynamic, international work environment with growth opportunities.

SS8 is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants of all genders, backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Our goal is to create a diverse team that reflects the global communities we serve and values collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect.

Employment Options: This role can be structured either as a full-time position through an Employer of Record or as a consulting engagement, depending on your preference and local regulations.

Agency Disclaimer

SS8 does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third parties. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of SS8, and no fees will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result.