APAC Edible Oils Sales & Trading Lead

Jobstreet Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional trading company is seeking an experienced professional to manage and develop businesses independently in the Asia Pacific region, focusing on softseed and tropical oils. The role requires a minimum of 5 years in commercial sales or trading of relevant products, proficiency in English and another Asian language, along with strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing customer relationships, sales forecasting, and engaging with multiple stakeholders for product development. A strong customer-oriented mindset is essential, with an emphasis on troubleshooting and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial sales or trading of softseed and tropical oils.
• Proficiency in English and one Asia language required.
• Strong customer ownership and troubleshooting mindset desired.
• Good data analytical skill with strength in Microsoft Excel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop businesses independently with existing and new customers.
• Responsible for sales forecast and commercial records including CRM tools.
• Engage with origin trading and research teams to understand Supply and Demand.
• Monitor contract execution and credit risk by working with the operations team.

Skills

Commercial sales or trading experience

Proficiency in English and one Asia language

Customer ownership & troubleshooting mindset

Data analytical skill

Strength in Microsoft Excel

Job description

A regional trading company is seeking an experienced professional to manage and develop businesses independently in the Asia Pacific region, focusing on softseed and tropical oils. The role requires a minimum of 5 years in commercial sales or trading of relevant products, proficiency in English and another Asian language, along with strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing customer relationships, sales forecasting, and engaging with multiple stakeholders for product development. A strong customer-oriented mindset is essential, with an emphasis on troubleshooting and data analytics.