Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager (MNC)

Career Wise; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent marketing firm in Penang is seeking a management-level professional to lead a team and support strategic business objectives. Responsibilities include relationship management, developing marketing strategies, and driving business development for new products. Candidates should have a recognized degree, with 5-7 years of experience in sales and marketing within relevant industries, and proficiency in Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia is essential.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in sales and marketing of specialty ingredients.
• Proven success in managing international sales channels.
• Excellent command of Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage customer relationships in local and international markets.
• Formulate and implement marketing strategies.
• Drive new product development projects.

Skills

Sales and marketing management

Team leadership

Data analysis

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Business, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Food Technology

Job description

This is a management-level position responsible for leading a team of skilled marketing personnel and supporting the Head of Marketing to achieve strategic business objectives. You will be backed by robust R&D, quality assurance teams, and state-of-the-art facilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and manage customer and agent relationships in assigned local and international markets.
2. Formulate and implement effective sales channels and marketing strategies.
3. Drive business development of new products and lead new product development projects.
4. Regularly review and report on strategic and operational sales & marketing plans to boost revenue.
5. Gather and present market intelligence and competitor analysis.
6. Assist in annual budgeting and marketing planning.
7. Represent the company at industry trade shows, exhibitions, and customer meetings (including regional and international travel).

Requirements

1. A recognized degree in Business, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Food Technology, or a related field.
2. 5-7 years of regional experience in sales and marketing of specialty ingredients in industries such as pharmaceutical, personal care, food, or technical products.
3. Proven success in achieving sales targets and managing international sales channels.
4. Strong interpersonal, leadership, organizational, and negotiation skills.
5. Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and making strategic recommendations.
6. Excellent command of Mandarin, English and Bahasa Malaysia. Additional language skills are an added advantage. We are seeking candidates proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.
7. Strong business acumen with a strategic mindset and problem-solving capabilities.

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