Your role

Bring your curiosity and expertise to the forefront as our next Sales Manager for General Industry sector in Malaysia and Singapore. As a pivotal member of our Industrial Technique division, you will report directly to the Hiring Manager, steering our sales organization towards robust growth. This role is designed for a dynamic individual ready to lead the charge in developing and executing strategic sales initiatives that align with Atlas Copco's ambitions in Southeast Asia.

Your mission encompasses spearheading profitable expansion, enhancing key customer and distributor relationships, and fostering a high-performing sales culture that emphasizes value creation and accountability. Your leadership will be critical in navigating the evolving industrial landscape, ensuring our products and solutions remain at the pinnacle of quality and innovation.

Short Description

Atlas Copco's General Industry team is embarking on an exciting journey of growth in Southeast Asia. The region's expanding industrial investments present a unique opportunity to cultivate strategic partnerships and scale business operations effectively. We seek a hands-on leader who excels in team development, value-based sales, and channel management to help drive this success story.

Your day-to-day

Sales Leadership and Team Empowerment

Business Growth and Strategic Execution

Develop and lead the execution of a comprehensive regional business plan tailored to the unique industrial landscape of Malaysia and Singapore, aligned with the broader General Industry strategy.
Identify promising market segments and customer opportunities, driving sustainable and profitable growth in orders, revenue, and market share.
Leverage detailed insights into market trends and customer needs to tailor actionable sales campaigns and introduce innovative products that meet evolving demands.
Ensure rigorous discipline in sales processes, including pipeline management, forecasting, pricing strategies, and margin optimization.
Lead, coach, and inspire a diverse sales team, fostering a culture of performance, continuous learning, and customer-centricity.
Support field sales through regular customer visits and coaching, enhancing team capabilities in value selling, key account management, and strategic development.
Set clear performance goals, monitor sales activities, and reinforce accountability to achieve targeted outcomes.

Customer and Partner Relationship Management

Drive the development of strategic and high-potential accounts, building trusted relationships with key decision-makers.
Directly manage key accounts as needed, positioning Atlas Copco as a valued partner beyond product provision.
Oversee distributor and channel partner performance, aligning them with corporate strategy and commercial objectives to ensure mutual growth.

Your Skills And Experience

Professional Experience: Demonstrated success in B2B sales within industrial, manufacturing, automation, or technical product environments. Experience managing both direct sales teams and channel partners is essential.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to coach, develop, and lead sales professionals, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and high performance.
Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of sales processes, pricing strategies, margin management, and negotiation tactics with a strong value-selling orientation.
Account Management: Skilled in cultivating strategic customer relationships, managing key accounts, and driving business development initiatives.
Market Insight: Solid knowledge of industrial customers, manufacturing processes, and commercial decision-making within Southeast Asia's diverse market context.
Language Proficiency: Fluent English and Vietnamese are mandatory, with Mandarin considered an advantage.
Personal Attributes: Strong ownership, accountability, resilience, positive attitude towards change, and adherence to high ethical standards and company values.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Your Compensation And Benefits

We offer compensation that reflects the skills, experience, and responsibilities of the role. Pay also depends on the country where the job role is based, as compensation practices vary across our markets. During the recruitment process, we share clear information about the pay and benefits for your location, so you know what to expect before moving forward.

Your location

This position is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia facilitating direct engagement with our dynamic team and fostering effective collaboration.
We offer a flexible hybrid work model, providing the opportunity to balance remote work with in-person interaction to maximize productivity and team cohesion.
We are also open to discussing fully remote arrangements within the region, depending on candidate circumstances and business needs, supporting a healthy work-life integration.

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

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Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

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Sales Manager GI - Malaysia & Singapore