Regional Sales Manager - Automotive parts (aftermarket)

Ambition Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned automotive parts manufacturer in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Regional Sales Manager for the aftermarket parts sector. Responsibilities include developing strategic sales directions, managing client relationships, and executing marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in business or engineering, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in customer service and market analysis. This role offers a chance to be part of an expanding business focused on innovation in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in the aftermarket automotive parts industry.
• Strong understanding of automotive parts and aftermarket distribution channels.
• Fact-based decision-making approach with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for segment and development of new sales through prospect customers.
• Manage relationships with existing customers and identify new business opportunities.
• Execute account management and sales activities planning.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Customer relationship management

Market analysis

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or engineering

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Regional Sales Manager - Automotive parts (aftermarket)

With over 100 years of presence in the automotive parts industry, our client is internationally renowned manufacturer of filtration, vibration control and sealing solutions. Due to growth plans, they are seeking to hire an experienced Sales Manager to expand their business in the Southeast Asia regio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set strategic direction for segment and development of new sales through prospect customers in accordance with strategy.
• Manage and grow relationships with existing customers while identifying new business opportunities.
• Account management, including but not limited to daily sales calls, customer visits, development of demand forecast, management and execution of account plans and growth summary as well as sales activities planning.
• Communication of customer needs, risks and opportunities, circumstances affecting customer satisfaction, industry news and competitor activity; and recommendation of pertinent improvement actions.
• Executing projects for market expansion as well as analysis of new market potentials
• Work with marketing team to develop pricing proposals and establish marketing driven customer initiatives.
• Work with product development team to identify sales opportunities for new products.
• Provide excellent customer service and technical support to customers.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in business or engineering with technical automotive knowledge.
• 5 years of experience in the aftermarket automotive parts industry
• Strong understanding of automotive parts and aftermarket distribution channels.
• Experienced with market analysis and forecasting.
• Fact-based decision-making approach; proven ability to reconcile conflicting needs to obtain consensus from multiple views; excellent communication & presentation skills as well as strong negotiation skills.
• Strong knowledge in MS Office, SAP is an advantage.

To apply, please click "APPLY NOW" or email Benjamin Teh at ************@ambition.com.my. Data provided is for recruitment purposes only.

Due to the volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

JTK Number: JTKSM 995| Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)

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