Sales Executive - Plastics Division

Behn Meyer Specialties (M) PLT

Bayan Lepas

On-site

MYR 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary structure

Performance bonus

Annual leave entitlement

Medical and insurance benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Behn Meyer Specialties (M) PLT is seeking a Sales Executive for the Plastics Division in Sungai Nibong, Penang. This full-time role focuses on driving plastics market growth, managing key accounts and expanding the customer base.

You will identify opportunities, quote effectively, and collaborate with Operations to ensure seamless order fulfilment. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree with 2–3 years plastics sales experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and are comfortable

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Professional Degree.
2–3 years of relevant plastics sales experience preferred.
Experience with plastics raw materials, additives or polymers is a plus.
Strong sales, negotiation and communication skills.
Self-motivated, independent and target-driven.
Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken.
Computer literate with MS Office; valid driving licence and own transport.
Willing to travel frequently within the territory.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sales activities for the plastics industry in the assigned territory.
Manage daily sales activities including inquiries, quotations, orders, complaints and returns.
Proactively follow up with customers to develop new business and meet targets.
Build and maintain long-term customer relationships and expand the customer base.
Prepare monthly sales forecasts for inventory planning and operations.
Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain for smooth order fulfilment.
Provide monthly sales and market reports to Management.
Attend customer visits, meetings and events as required.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation

Communication

Customer relations

Self-motivated

English proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia

MS Office

Driving license

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree / Professional Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About us

Behn Meyer Specialties (M) PLT is a leading distributor and supplier of specialty chemicals and materials with a strong presence across Malaysia. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our diverse customer base across multiple industries. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted partner in the specialties market. We foster a culture of professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement, where our team members are valued and empowered to contribute to our success.

About the role

We are seeking a talented and ambitious Sales Executive - Plastics Division to join our sales team in Sungai Nibong, Penang. This is a full-time position offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career in the dynamic plastics and specialty chemicals sector. As a Sales Executive, you will play a vital role in driving sales growth, building strong customer relationships, and expanding our market presence within the plastics division. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, managing existing accounts, and contributing to the achievement of our sales targets and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute sales activities for the plastics industry within the assigned geographical territory to achieve sales and business objectives.

Manage day-to-day sales activities, including customer enquiries, quotations, orders, complaints and sales returns.

Proactively follow up with customers to develop new business opportunities and ensure timely resolution of customer requirements.

Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key customers and business partners.

Identify new customers and business opportunities within the plastics industry and expand the company's customer base.

Prepare accurate monthly sales forecasts to support inventory planning and operational requirements.

Manage sales activities effectively to achieve assigned sales targets, budgets and collection/receivables objectives.

Monitor market trends, customer needs and competitor activities, and provide regular updates on market conditions and the competitive landscape.

Prepare and submit sales budgets, profit plans and business proposals, and recommend adjustments where necessary to achieve business objectives.

Work closely with internal teams, including Operations and Supply Chain, to ensure smooth order fulfilment and customer satisfaction.

Prepare and submit monthly sales and market reports to Management.

Attend customer visits, business meetings, trade events and other sales-related activities as required.

Ensure all sales activities are conducted professionally and in accordance with the Company's policies and procedures.

Requirements

Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree / Professional Degree, preferably in Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or a related field.

2–3 years of relevant sales experience in the plastics industry is preferred.

Experience in plastics raw materials, additives, polymers or related specialty chemicals will be an added advantage.

Strong sales, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills.

Self-motivated, independent and results-oriented, with the ability to work under pressure and meet sales targets.

Good customer relationship management and problem-solving skills.

Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken.

Computer literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Possess a valid driving licence and own transportation.

Willing to travel frequently for customer visits and business activities, particularly within the assigned territory.

What We Offer

Competitive salary structure with higher EPF contribution rate above the statutory rate.
Attractive performance bonus and annual salary review.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Comprehensive medical and insurance benefits.
Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Exposure to leading international brands, innovative products and solutions.
Opportunity to lead and shape the Group's Quality, Sustainability and Compliance agenda.
Many more.

Medical
Education support
Parking
Interest-free car loan (for those eligible)

Company overview

The Behn Meyer Group of Companies dates back to 1840 when two young men from Hamburg, Theodor August Behn and Valentin Lorenz Meyer, established Behn, Meyer & Co. in Singapore. From early beginnings in trading and shipping, Behn Meyer evolved to be a specialty supplier for a wide variety of industries across Southeast Asia.

Today, the Behn Meyer Group combines the distribution of renowned brands with the development of its own products. Behn Meyer’s core business units focus on the following four segments:

AgriCare

Animal Nutrition, Food, Home & Personal Care, Pharma

Performance Chemicals

Coatings, Petro- & Process Chemicals, Water Treatment, Leather & Textile

Polymers

Rubber, Plastics

Behn Meyer’s global team of over 1,200 employees place great emphasis on shaping solutions for the future and developing long-term relationships with its partners. Our network covers more than 15 countries and is supported by 28 offices, 38 warehouse locations and several manufacturing plants in Asia, Europe and the USA. We are driven by a passion for customer service and have established R&D centres together with application labs in order to guarantee product quality and an innovative pipeline.