Area Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture sustainable relationships with key accounts at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Monitor sales performance and budget, taking corrective actions on pricing and technical activities to achieve key targets.
• Drive business growth through proactive product promotion and development initiatives.
• Regularly update the superior on progress and address any areas of concern.
• Conduct market research and business intelligence surveys to support strategic decisions.
• Manage and oversee the entire sales process within assigned territories.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years working experience in the industrial chemical sector.
• Knowledge in paint and coating will be an added advantage.
• Fast learner, team player, self-motivated and dynamic.
• Strong business acumen and a passion for innovation.
• Experienced in competitive analysis and defining product requirements.
• Exceptional interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Willingness to travel within assigned territories for business purpose.

Benefits

• A highly competitive remuneration including contractual and performance bonuses.
• Medical, hospitalisation and term life coverage.
• A company car will be provided.
• 5-day work week.