Sales manager in SEA area

Volta Belting Technology; Sea; On-site; IDR 1,504,159,000 - 2,123,518,000; Full time

Job summary

Volta Belting Technology is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager for the SEA region. The role focuses on expanding market presence, nurturing OEM and distribution partnerships, and driving growth across sectors with emphasis on the food industry.

The ideal candidate brings strong sales acumen, excellent communication, and the ability to provide technical product support and value-added solutions. Travel up to 50% across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong English communication skills; Mandarin/Malay/Tagalog a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
• Experience in belting industry or related industrial equipment for food sector preferred.
• Self-disciplined with a strategic mindset and proven sales execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities and expand sales in new and existing markets.
• Build relationships with OEMs and distribution partners with strong product knowledge support.
• Identify and pursue opportunities in the food industry and other sectors.
• Conduct market research to uncover opportunities where the company can add value.
• Manage the sales process from introduction to closing.
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and events.
• Coordinate with contractors to develop new distribution channels.
• Provide product training and assist with installations as needed.
• Submit regular sales reports and customer feedback.

Skills

Sales leadership

OEM relationships

Market development

Communication skills

Product knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager in SEA area to join our growing team. This position plays a key role in expanding our market presence, developing strong customer relationships—particularly with OEM clients and distribution partners—and identifying growth opportunities across various sectors, with a primary focus on the food industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide technical product support and solutions that bring added value to our customers.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities, explore new markets, and increase sales in existing markets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with OEM customers and distribution partners by providing excellent expertise in product knowledge and application support.
• Identify and pursue sales opportunities, primarily within the food industry and other relevant sectors.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to uncover potential opportunities where the company can deliver added value.
• Develop relationships with new customers and establish new distribution channels in coordination with the contractor when applicable.
• Introduce products and solutions to customers and manage the entire sales process, including closing deals.
• Expand the geographic coverage for the company’s products and solutions across assigned territories such as Singapore / Malaysia / Indonesia / Philippines.
• Conduct product training and assist with product installations as needed, including presentations that highlight company benefits, product features, sales techniques, and new product introductions.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with the company’s manufacturing facilities and distribution centers to ensure efficient support and coordination.
• Regularly submit management reports on sales activities, customer interactions, and market feedback.
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events as approved and coordinated with the contractor.
• Participate in internal training sessions, sales meetings, or company events at company locations as needed or requested by management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Business Director.

Required Qualifications

• The candidate should demonstrate high self-discipline and a hands-on working attitude.
• Have superior time management, organizational skills, a strategic mindset, and a proven track record in sales execution.
• Experience in the belting industry or similar industrial equipment servicing comparable markets, especially for the food industry, is required. Experience in the food processing machinery, or food production is a big plus.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical knowledge acquired through professional training.
• Good English communication skills, both written and verbal. Good language skills in one of the following languages is a big plus: Mandarin, Malay, Tagalog
• Excellent commercial and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time across the full territory of: Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.