Area Sales Executive - Kuala Lumpur

The British American Tobacco Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Area Sales Executive to drive team performance and develop strong relationships with key customers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, a valid driver's license, and proficiency in English. The role offers a market-leading performance bonus and diverse benefits including health plans and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Market-leading annual performance bonus

Diverse health plans

Flexible holidays

Opportunities for internal advancement

Access to online learning platforms

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates or experienced professionals in Sales or Marketing are welcome to apply.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English; knowledge of Malay and/or Chinese is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Drive the achievement of team targets by taking full ownership of individual performance.
• Develop long-term commercial relationships with key customers.
• Deliver outstanding in-store activities through valuable outlet visits.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication (English)

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

BAT is evolving at a pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco Malaysia has an exciting opportunity for Area Sales Executive in Kuala Lumpur

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Drive the achievement of team targets by taking full ownership of individual performance & actively participating in a high-performance team culture
• Contribute to state volume, share, and profit targets through utilization of all relevant resources and Return on Investment principle
• Develop long-term commercial relationships with key customers and leverage these relationships for mutual benefit
• Utilize insights gained from customers/consumers to develop, implement, and evaluate initiatives to provide a competitive advantage
• Deliver outstanding in-store activities through valuable outlet visits and effective cycle activities

What are we looking for?

• Fresh graduates or experienced professionals in Sales or Marketing are welcome to apply.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in any field.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proficiency in spoken and written English; knowledge of Malay and/or Chinese is an advantage.
• Commercial acumen and ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-driven, agile, and capable of building strong relationships.

What we offer you?
• Market-leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Diverse benefits including health plans, work-life balance initiatives, transportation support, and flexible holidays
• Opportunities for internal advancement and career progression
• Access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs
• A transformative environment that prioritizes continuous improvement

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re recognized as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute, offering excellent employee conditions.

At BAT, collaboration, inclusion, and partnership are fundamental. We support diversity and believe that embracing talent from all backgrounds makes us stronger and better prepared to meet our business goals.

We also support career breaks through programs like The Global Returners, helping professionals restart their careers after an extended absence.

Learn more about our culture and award-winning employee experience here.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please notify us. We are committed to supporting you to demonstrate your full potential.