Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager

IOI Group; Permatang Pauh; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agrochemical company in Malaysia is looking for an experienced Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager to enhance sales and develop marketing strategies. The ideal candidate will possess at least 5-7 years of experience in sales, preferably in specialties ingredients sectors. Responsibilities include managing customer relationships, developing marketing strategies, and reporting on performance metrics. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential for this role, along with proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years experience in regional specialties ingredients sales.
• Proven track record in sales and marketing strategies.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage agents and customers in assigned regions.
• Formulate effective sales channels and marketing activities.
• Report on strategic sales & marketing plans.

Skills

Sales and marketing experience

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mind

Leadership skills

Presentation and negotiation skills

Education

Tertiary education in Business, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or Food Technology

Job description

Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager

Oleochemical

Location: Prai

Position Level: Middle Management

Job Type: Permanent

A minimum of 5-7 years related regional working experience in specialties ingredients in pharmaceutical, personal care, food or technical products.

Qualification: Tertiary education in related discipline i.e., Business; Chemistry; Biotechnology or Food Technology.

Responsibilities

• Competently develop and manage agents and customers in assigned regions.
• Formulate effective sales channels and marketing activities to increase sales activities in local and international markets.
• Business development of new products and drive new product development projects and innovative marketing concepts.
• Regular reporting and reviewing of the strategic and operational sales & marketing plans to drive sales and revenue.
• Update the Management on market intelligence and analysis from time to time.
• Assist in annual budget setting and formulation of marketing plan.
• Travel and meet customers and represent the company at trade fairs and events.

Job Requirements

• Tertiary education in related discipline i.e., Business; Chemistry; Biotechnology or Food Technology.
• A minimum of 5-7 years related regional working experience in specialties ingredients in pharmaceutical, personal care, food or technical products.
• Proven track record in sales and marketing. Knowledge of marketing strategy and international sales channels will be added advantages.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, planning, organisational, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to prepare reports and use the appropriate mode of communication. Must be proficient at analysing data, building reporting and making strategic recommendations based on data and trends.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia and any additional language skills are an advantage.
• Possess a strong analytical mind, competent to formulate marketing strategies, problem solving and good business acumen.
• Proficiency in foreign languages are a plus point.