Legrand
Legrand
Legrand is a French multinational manufacturer focused on electrical and digital building infrastructure for residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Its portfolio includes switches and sockets, cable-management systems, access-control equipment, uninterruptible power supplies, and data-center power and infrastructure solutions. The company also develops integrated offerings for data centers and energy-transition applications, combining hardware, digital solutions, design, sustainability initiatives, and targeted acquisitions. With a workforce of approximately 39,600 people, Legrand operates across the global manufacturing and B2B technology landscape.

Business Development Manager - Taiwan (Hybrid)

Lead business development for Legrand’s electrical and digital building infrastructure solutions in Taiwan. Build strategic partnerships, shape product specifications, and drive B2B growth across smart building and power markets.

Description

  • Source new business with property developers, contractors, engineering firms, consultants, and ecosystem partners
  • Expand and manage distributor and system integrator networks
  • Create and deliver strategic plans for target accounts and industry verticals
  • Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning
  • Lead product and system specification activities with end users and consultants for upcoming tenders
  • Develop relationships with engineering, procurement, executive, and other key stakeholders
  • Act as the main contact for strategic accounts
  • Match customer technical requirements with appropriate Legrand solutions
  • Manage the complete sales cycle from lead generation through closing
  • Partner with engineering and product teams on customized applications
  • Convert customer needs into product requirements and feedback for R&D
  • Track competitor activity and broader industry developments
  • Improve product positioning and go-to-market strategies
  • Support sustainable profitability and ongoing business growth
  • Provide weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress reports to the line manager
  • Partner with marketing on Taiwan’s annual business plan
  • Represent Legrand in Taiwan and engage with trade associations

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Business, or a comparable field
  • At least 8–10 years of experience in business development, sales, or key account management within related high-tech or electrical engineering industries
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; English proficiency is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of smart building bidding processes and ecosystem dynamics
  • Solid technical expertise in power distribution, smart buildings, and energy efficiency
  • Practical business strategist with a growth-oriented mindset
  • Strong relationship-building and influencing abilities
  • Comfort working in complex, rapidly changing environments
  • Understanding of P&L and leadership capability is an advantage
  • Proficiency with Salesforce CRM
  • Strong commitment to customer needs and service quality
  • Adaptable in a fast-paced workplace
  • Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
  • Proactive, resourceful, hands-on, and detail-oriented
  • Positive can-do attitude and strong work ethic

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • High employer 401(k) match
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday pay
  • Short- and long-term disability benefit plans
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Bonus opportunities under the company’s incentive plans
  • Paid volunteer time
  • Employee Resource Group network
  • Hybrid work arrangement

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