Sales Engineer

REDA Chemicals; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical distributor is seeking a Sales Engineer in Selangor, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving strategic sales and marketing initiatives in the Home and Personal Care sector. You should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry, along with 3 to 4 years of relevant sales experience. Strong sales acumen and relationship management skills are required for success in this target-driven position.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years’ sales experience in the Home and Personal Care industry.
• Technical knowledge of active ingredients and chemicals.
• Strong sales mindset with market orientation.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic sales and marketing initiatives for Personal and Home Care chemicals.
• Develop business strategies to capture new customers.
• Prepare and manage sales budgets and forecasts.
• Negotiate pricing and monitor stock orders.
• Conduct client visits to acquire new customers.

Skills

Sales acumen

Market insights

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Sales Engineer in Home and Personal Care

Job Ref: JB807 – Selangor, Malaysia

REDA Chemicals

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About the Company

At REDA Chemicals, we passionately market and distribute a unique and innovative portfolio of specialty chemicals and industrial raw materials. We have one of the largest distribution networks with local services in more than 34 countries across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

We are currently searching for a passionate Sales Engineer to join our team in Malaysia.

About the Job

As a Sales Engineer, you will be responsible for driving strategic sales, marketing initiatives, and business development for Personal and Home Care chemicals. This role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, acquiring new customers, and ensuring sustainable revenue growth.

This is a target-driven position requiring strong sales acumen, market insights, and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic positioning and competitive sales development of chemicals for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and consumer products.
• Develop and implement business development strategies to capture new customers and expand market share.
• Prepare and manage sales budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Negotiate pricing with customers to achieve optimal profitability.
• Monitor stock orders, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery to warehouses.
• Conduct regular client visits and acquire new customers each month to boost turnover and ROI.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide market analysis, identify trends, and propose innovative product ideas to enhance business strategy.
• Organize and conduct product trials with customers, recommending appropriate application rates and methods to maximize cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• 3 to 4 years’ worth of sales experience and technical knowledge in the Home and Personal Care industry.
• Previous experience in selling active ingredients in the Home and Personal Care industry.
• Strong sales mindset and market orientation
• Excellent command of the English language
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office