Sales Manager, Chemical, Distribution, Performance Chemicals, Raw Chemical, Raw Materials
Your new company
A longestablished chemical group active across the world, engaged in the development and distribution of speciality and performance chemicals. Its operations with a strong presence in Malaysia, the organisation functions as a major distributor and solutions provider, offering technical support, formulation capabilities, and sustainable chemistry solutions.
Your new role
The Senior Sales Manager - Coatings (Raw Materials) will spearhead the business development, sales growth, and market expansion of the coatings, construction, and building material segment (resins, additives, pigments, performance coatings, speciality coatings), such as but not limited to:
- Design and execute a full sales strategy, including setting sales targets, defining priority market segments, and mapping out key growth areas.
- Strengthen existing customer relationships while expanding new business, actively identifying and engaging highpotential accounts.
- Partner closely with technical service, R&D, and marketing teams to deliver valueadded support such as customer trials, technical presentations, product recommendations, troubleshooting, and application development.
- Track industry trends, competitor movements, and regulatory changes to guide product portfolio decisions and refine pricing strategies.
- Develop accurate forecasts, budgets, and sales reports, continuously reviewing progress against targets and recommending corrective actions when needed.
What you'll need to succeed
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Coatings Technology, or a related discipline; a Master's or PhD is an added advantage.
- 7-10 years of experience in sales or business development within coatings of speciality chemicals sectors, including at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
- Demonstrated success in selling coatings, paints, additives, or surfacetreatment solutions, with strong knowledge of formulations, application techniques, enduser needs, and value propositions.
- A wellestablished industry network across the coatings and construction ecosystem-spanning manufacturers, system houses, applicators, and regulatory bodies-within Malaysia, and ideally extending into Southeast Asia.
What you'll get in return
- Regional Exposure
- MNC Leading Company
- Leadership oppertunities
What you need to do now
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