SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE (MARINE SUBSEA SECTOR)

DEEPSEEK SUBSEA SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Lee-on-the-Solent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DEEPSEEK SUBSEA SERVICES PTE. LTD. is expanding its commercial team to drive lead generation and execute back-to-back equipment trading for marine and offshore buyers.

The role focuses on sourcing technical inquiries and matching them with a global supplier and manufacturing network, including SMD equipment and engine parts. You will hunt for new business, manage client relationships across procurement managers and ship managers, and travel internationally to meet clients, attend shipyards and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years in sales, business development or trading in marine/offshore markets.
• Solid understanding of back-to-back trading, indent sales or wholesale distribution.
• Willingness to travel overseas at short notice for meetings and events.
• Knowledge of marine engines or offshore equipment is a plus (e.g., SMD).
• Strong communication and negotiation skills; proficiency in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and sourcing of RFQs from marine offshore subsea buyers.
• Match client requirements with supplier networks to secure quotes and margins.
• Manage relationships with procurement managers and ship managers.
• Travel regionally/internationally to meet clients and attend exhibitions.
• Prepare commercial quotes and structure deals to maximize margins.

Skills

Lead generation

Sourcing

Negotiation

Communication

English

Mandarin

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

We are expanding our commercial team and looking for a dynamic sales executive to drive lead generation and execute back-to-back equipment trading. You will focus on sourcing technical inquiries from marine offshore subsea buyers and matching them with our global supplier and manufacturing network (including SMD equipment and engine parts).

• Lead Generation & Sourcing: Proactively hunt for new business leads, RFQs (Request for Quotes), and purchasing requirements from marine offshore and subsea buyers.
• Back-to-Back Trade Management: Rapidly match incoming client parts requirements with manufacturer capabilities to secure competitive pricing and swift execution.
• Client Relationship Management: Manage and cultivate relationships with procurement managers, technical superintendents, ship managers, and offshore contractors.
• Overseas Client Engagement: Travel regionally/internationally to meet clients, visit shipyards, and attend industry exhibitions to secure cross-border trade deals.
• Quotation & Margin Optimization: Prepare commercial quotes, negotiate pricing, and structure deals to maximize trading margins while ensuring minimal inventory risk.

Job Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 to 3 years of proven sales, business development, or trading experience within the marine, subsea, or offshore industries.
• Business Model: Clear understanding of back-to-back trading, indent sales, or wholesale distribution workflows in the maritime sector.
• Travel Flexibility: Must be willing and fit to travel overseas on short notice for client meetings and business development.
• Product Knowledge: Familiarity with marine engines, subsea components, offshore equipment, or specialized systems like SMD (Soil Machine Dynamics) is highly advantageous.
• Skills: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and lead-hunting capabilities. Strong command of English and mandarin to handle local and regional corporate clients.
• Eligibility: Open to Singaporeans and PRs.