Assistant Sales Manager (Dairy) - Food Ingredient Manufacturer

Michael Page; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational in the food and dairy industry is seeking an Assistant Sales Manager in Kuala Selangor, Malaysia. The successful candidate will drive B2B sales, manage accounts across Malaysia and Southeast Asia, and identify new business opportunities. This role requires a bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in sales, ideally within the dairy sector, offering a competitive salary and strong career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Performance-based incentives

Career growth prospects

Supportive multicultural environment

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience in B2B ingredient or food commodity sales, ideally within the dairy sector.
• Comfortable operating across local and export markets with cultural agility.
• Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia or Mandarin is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Drive B2B sales efforts and manage accounts across Malaysia and SEA.
• Identify new business opportunities and execute strategic sales plans.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure profitable growth.
• Build and maintain long-term partnerships with customers.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Consultative selling

Analytical skills

Communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Business, or related field

Job description

Overview

• Leader in food and dairy ingredients with strong international footprint.
• Strategic B2B sales role covering Malaysia and export sales to Southeast Asia.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading multinational in the food and dairy industry, recognized for its technical expertise, global network, and commitment to quality. With a fast-expanding business in Malaysia, the company partners with major food manufacturers, distributors, and formulators, supplying high-quality ingredients to diverse markets.

Job Description

• Drive B2B sales efforts and manage accounts across Malaysia and SEA.
• Identify new business opportunities and execute strategic sales plans.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure profitable growth.
• Build and maintain long-term partnerships with key customers and distributors.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to inform strategy.
• Coordinate with internal teams for forecasting, payments, and supply chain support.
• Represent the company at trade shows and customer meetings.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Sales Manager should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Business, or a related field.
• >5 years of experience in B2B ingredient or food commodity sales, ideally within the dairy sector.
• Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation and consultative selling skills.
• Comfortable operating across local and export markets, with cultural agility and global mindset.
• Analytical, well-organized, and adept at managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia or Mandarin is an advantage.

Key Highlights

Regional B2B Sales, Food Ingredients, Dairy Segment

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a globally respected brand with strong market recognition.
• Exposure to regional markets and the chance to influence commercial strategy.
• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Supportive, multicultural environment with strong career growth prospects.