Sales Leader (Assistant Manager Level)

MISUMI MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MISUMI MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. is expanding its Factory Automation and VONA businesses and seeks a dynamic sales professional to drive new business in the Southeast Asia market.

You will engage with customers, provide technical guidance on FA components, and build a robust pipeline to support rapid growth. The role requires 3–5 years in B2B industrial sales, a relevant engineering degree, and strong communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin speakers are welcome to engage Mandarin

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechatronics / Mechanical / Precision Engineering preferred.
• Relevant industry experience accepted in absence of a degree.
• Able to speak and write in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin-speaking candidates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Secure new business and follow up with existing customers to increase sales.
• Keep abreast of market trends to execute effective sales strategies.
• Provide technical advice related to product enquiries.
• Prepare and submit regular sales reports and ad-hoc reports.
• Liaise with other departments to expedite orders and collections.
• Participate in marketing events such as surveys, exhibitions and road shows.

Skills

B2B industrial sales

English

Bahasa Malaysia

Mandarin communication

Technical sales

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Mechatronics / Mechanical / Precision Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

MISUMI is the leading manufacturer and distributor of standard components of Press Die, Plastic Mold and Factory Automation products, and is world renowned for its wide variety, fast delivery, quality and low prices. Over the past decade we have developed an exceptionally strong presence and track record in South East Asia region. We are continuing to grow at a very rapid pace.

As a company whose competence is in enabling customers to enjoy Just-In-Time components procurement, supply chain strategy is a core of our business. In order to support rapid and aggressive expansion, we are looking for talented and dynamic professionals to join us.

Factory Automation & VONA (FAV) Businesses develop and supply standard components for automated machinery used in rationalized and labour-saving production systems, including factory automation equipment. We also supply connection harnesses, cables, connectors, and terminal blocks used to connect various types of FA equipment. We also develop and supply breakers, switching power supplies, switches and other control device parts, PC bodies and peripheral components suited to FA and industrial applications.

Responsibilities:

Secure new business and constant follow up with existing customers to increase sales

Keep abreast of market trends and developments in order to execute effective sales strategies.

Provide technical advice related to product enquiries

Prepare and submit regular sales reports and ad-hoc reports

Liaise with other departments to expedite orders and collections whenever necessary.

Participate in marketing events such as surveys, exhibitions and road shows

Requirements:

Degree in Mechatronics / Mechanical / Precision Engineering preferred

In the absence of relevant degree, relevant industry experience is required

Able to speak & write in English and Bahasa Malaysia (Mandarin-speaking candidates are welcome to apply to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients)

Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in B2B industrial sales

Established track records and customer base

Focused and target driven

Information-gathering and reporting skills.

Possess high energy and able to work in a fast-pace environment

Good communication, negotiation and time management skills

Able to work independently and a good team player

Advanced MS Excel skills with using basic formula e.g., V-lookup, Pivot table and Power Point

Possess own transport

Bright, Positive, Proactive, and willing to embrace new challenges

Demonstrated experience leading and coaching a sales team

Experience in selling products for the semiconductor industry.

Experience in sales of Factory Automation (FA) products

Technical sales experience in Factory Automation (FA) or industrial automation products

Experience working in Japanese or foreign-affiliated company.

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