Economic Development Board

Manager / Senior Manager, Chemicals and Materials

Permanent

Closing on 14 Dec 2025

What the role is

About EDB

The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), a government agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry, is responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent. We undertake investment promotion and industry development, and work with international businesses, both foreign and local, by providing information, connection to partners and access to government incentives for their investments. Our mission is to create sustainable economic growth, with vibrant business and good job opportunities for Singapore.

For more information on EDB, please visit www.edb.gov.sg

About Chemicals and Materials

The team strongly believes that chemistry and materials can positively impact people and our environment. We partner some of the most innovative and leading chemical companies in the world and engage their senior executives to formulate and execute our strategies to grow Singapore’s Chemical sector sustainably. We aspire for Singapore’s chemical sector to be at the forefront of decarbonisation, circularity and industrial biotechnology. Our work translates into multimillion dollar investments in R&D, and manufacturing and headquarter activities as well as good jobs for Singaporeans.

What you will be working on

Be primarily responsible for owning, driving and developing key account engagement plans
Grow the breadth and depth of investments made by your key accounts
Achieve individual and team level investment and job creation KPIs
Collaborate with internal divisions and external agencies to identify and progress investment project opportunities
Develop bespoke solutions for key accounts
Monitor and derive insights from company and executive interactions to help inform and shape sectorial strategy
Understand deeply the various business drivers, business models and business strategies of key accounts

What we are looking for

At least 3 years or more of relevant work experience
Experience in Sales, Account Management, Business Development in B2B sales or experience in Energy & Chemical industries will be an added advantage.
Ability to analyse in-depth different complex issues and put forth actionable solutions
A keen sense of business acumen and experience in project management

About your application process

This job is closing on 14 Dec 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Economic Development Board or the wider Public Service.

About Economic Development Board

EDB is the lead government agency responsible for planning & executing strategies to enhance Singapore's position as a global business centre and grow the Singapore Economy. We dream, design and deliver solutions that create value for investors and companies in Singapore. Through that, we attract economic opportunities and jobs for the people of Singapore and help shape our country's economic future.

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