Sales Executive (APAC Region)

Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to enhance its presence in APAC markets. This dynamic role involves building relationships with marine retailers and sailing clubs, delivering product demos, and managing key accounts. The ideal candidate has a proven sales record in relevant sectors and strong knowledge of sailing. The position offers international travel, technical expertise, and commercial success opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of sales success in APAC markets.
• Experience in marine, sailing, or technology sectors.
• Hands-on sailing or racing experience is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage distributors and partners across APAC.
• Build relationships with sailors and marine retailers.
• Deliver product demonstrations and close sales deals.
• Provide market intel on trends and opportunities.
• Support onboarding and training for customers.

Skills

APAC market knowledge

Sales success track record

Relationship-building

Sailing or marine technology knowledge

Negotiation skills

Technical expertise

Job description

Overview

We’re seeking an experienced and driven Sales Executive. This is a fast-paced, dynamic role for someone who knows APAC markets, has a genuine passion for sailing or marine technology, and thrives on combining travel, relationship-building, and sales delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of sales success in APAC, ideally within the marine, sailing, or technology sectors. You’ll be confident discussing sailing gear, rigging systems, or marine electronics, with hands-on sailing or racing experience considered a strong advantage. This role suits someone self-motivated and adaptable, comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, and confident managing relationships across multiple time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage distributors, partners, and key accounts across APAC.
• Build strong relationships with sailors, yacht clubs, marine retailers, and racing teams.
• Deliver product demonstrations, negotiate contracts, and close deals through consultative selling.
• Provide market intelligence on trends, opportunities, and competitor activity to inform business strategy.
• Support distributors and customers with onboarding and training.
• Represent the business at trade shows, regattas, and sailing events.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets for revenue, growth, and product adoption.
• Work closely with marketing, product, and logistics teams to align regional campaigns and rollouts.
• Travel extensively across the region to meet partners, customers, and attend events.

In this role, you’ll help expand our presence in one of the world’s most exciting sailing regions, representing innovative products trusted by elite racing teams and passionate sailors alike. You’ll be part of a fast-growing, technology-driven team with a strong passion for performance, while enjoying a career that blends international travel, technical expertise, and commercial success.

For a confidential chat, contact:

• Jo – 07776 598452 / [e-mail]
• Suzie – [e-mail]

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