Assistant Manager - Business Development

About the role

Lanka Marine Services (LMS), a subsidiary of John Keells Holdings PLC, is a leading Sri Lankan marine fuel bunkering company operating across major seaports and acting as principal stockist and delivery agent for marine lubricants. It is looking for a commercially driven, customer-focused Assistant Manager - Business Development to expand its customer base, grow bunker and lubricant sales and strengthen its market presence. The role covers business development and sales, and supports marketing and the company's digital presence.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and onboard new vessel owners, charterers and traders, and build a strong sales pipeline
• Drive marine lubricant sales, prepare quotations, negotiate terms and achieve assigned sales and revenue targets
• Manage the end-to-end bunker sales process and coordinate with Operations and Finance for timely deliveries
• Resolve customer concerns and complaints, and build long-term loyalty with existing customers
• Manage the digital presence (website and social media), create promotional content and report on digital performance

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or professional qualification in Business Management, Marketing, Maritime Studies, Shipping, Logistics or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, sales, marketing or commercial roles, preferably in maritime, shipping, bunker trading or marine lubricants
• Strong understanding of the maritime industry and its stakeholders (vessel owners, charterers, traders)
• Proven sales, business development and customer relationship management experience; bunker and lubricant sales experience is an advantage

Required skills

• Negotiation and commercial acumen
• Market research and analytical abilities
• Good understanding of digital marketing, social media and website management (an advantage)

Applications are made through LinkedIn or by sending them to the company's HR contact with the subject line "Assistant Manager - Business Development".