Technical Sales Manager - PI&WC, APAC (F/M/D)

000437 Chem-Trend Chemicals Co. Pvt. Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg is seeking an experienced Sales & Business Development professional in Bengaluru to drive revenue growth with strategic planning and market expansion. You will identify new business opportunities, deliver tailored technical solutions, and manage the complete sales cycle from proposals to contract closure.

You will collaborate with engineering, R&D, and service teams to meet customer needs and ensure long-term relationships.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing or related sales roles.
• Graduated in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related fields with extensive industry exposure.
• Experience with customers across Asia Pacific is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth through strategic planning.
• Identify new business opportunities, market segments, and potential customers.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans and manage end-to-end sales cycles.
• Engage customers with tailored technical solutions and product demonstrations.
• Lead negotiations, prepare proposals and technical documentation, and close orders.
• Coordinate with engineering, R&D, production and service teams to deliver solutions.
• Train internal teams and channel partners on product features and applications.
• Maintain CRM data, forecasts and performance metrics.

Education

Graduation in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development Achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth. Identify new business opportunities, market segments, and potential customers. Develop and execute strategic sales plans. Customer Engagement & Relationship Management Understand customer needs and provide tailored technical solutions. Build and maintain strong, long‑term customer relationships. Conduct regular client reviews, visits, and follow‑ups. Technical Consultation & Support Provide product demonstrations, technical presentations, and solution recommendations. Assist customers with product selection, application engineering, and configurations. Handle technical queries during pre‑sales and post‑sales stages. End‑to‑End Sales Cycle Management Prepare proposals, quotations, and technical documentation. Lead commercial and technical negotiations. Coordinate contract finalization and order closure. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work with engineering, R&D, production, and service teams to deliver customer solutions. Communicate customer requirements for product improvements and customizations. Training & Knowledge Sharing Train internal teams and channel partners on product features and technical aspects. Support customers with installation guidance and troubleshooting (as needed). Reporting & CRM Management Maintain accurate sales pipelines and customer data. Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and performance metrics.

Qualifications

12+ years of experience with Graduation in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry. Graduated from Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Wood Science / Technology, Pulp & Paper Technology with 12+ years’ experience in manufacturing Industry. Candidates should have experience in Paper impregnation or laminates primarily. Experience in wood panel manufacturers (Particleboard/MDF), chemical suppliers (resins, additives, waxes, catalysts) and Resin manufactures is also an advantage. Experience working with customers across Asia Pacific

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Chem-Trend Chemicals Co. Pvt. Ltd. Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.