One of our prestigious clients in Sri Lanka is looking for an experienced and commercially driven Manager – Business Development, Industry Services to join their team.

SALARY: Negotiable 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute business development strategies aligned with the organisation’s growth objectives.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities across Oil & Gas, Power & Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Renewables, and other industrial sectors.
• Build, maintain, and manage relationships with major industrial clients and key stakeholders.
• Develop and manage a strong sales pipeline through lead generation, prospecting, and business conversion.
• Promote Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) services, including inspection, testing, certification, and asset integrity solutions.
• Work closely with technical and operational teams to develop customised solutions based on client requirements.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging business opportunities.
• Lead and support tendering, proposal preparation, commercial negotiations, and contract finalisation.
• Identify opportunities to increase business from existing accounts and minimise client attrition.
• Support the achievement of individual sales budgets, revenue targets, and business development objectives.
• Develop business opportunities across both Sri Lanka and Maldives.
• Lead and manage the business development team and ensure achievement of agreed objectives.
• Ensure all business development activities are conducted in accordance with applicable quality, compliance, and ethical standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in business development, sales, or key account management.
• Strong experience within industrial, engineering, energy, infrastructure, Oil & Gas, manufacturing, or related sectors.
• Established professional network within Sri Lanka’s industrial, energy, or infrastructure sectors.
• Exposure to the Maldives market will be a definite advantage.
• Previous experience in the Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) environment will be highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Industrial Inspection Services, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), QA/QC, and Asset Integrity Management.
• Knowledge of Vendor Inspection and Expediting Services, Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Maintenance activities will be an advantage.
• Strong business development and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
• Strong leadership and team-management capabilities.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with senior-level clients and stakeholders.
• Strong target orientation and commitment to achieving business objectives.

BENEFITS:

• Attractive salary package
• Performance-based incentives as per company policy
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• International working exposure
• Exposure to major industrial, energy, infrastructure, and engineering projects
• Opportunity to manage business development activities across Sri Lanka and Maldives
• Professional and collaborative working environment

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Territory: Sri Lanka & Maldives
• Reporting To: Country General Manager
• Immediate hiring requirement
• Other terms and conditions as per company policy

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested and meet the above requirements, please forward your detailed CV to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or contact us via

• Hotline / WhatsApp: 0777 833 575 | 0777 833 576

• Office: 0117 387 882 | 0117 387 883

Manpower Lanka Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.
12A, Ridgeway Place, Bambalapitiya, Colombo 04, Sri Lanka.