Sales Manager

Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the flooring industry is seeking a sales and marketing professional to develop effective strategies and expand market presence in Ipoh, Perak. The ideal candidate will manage customer relationships, oversee credit control, and support a sales team to achieve targets. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in English and the ability to travel are required. This is an on-site role based at KLK Hardwood Flooring Sdn Bhd.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in the woodworking industry or building construction materials is preferred.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written); Chinese language skills are an advantage.
• Must possess own transport and be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies to expand market presence.
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Oversee credit control and manage bad debt.
• Prepare and present statistical reports for management review.
• Foster relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Address customer claims and complaints promptly.
• Coordinate and lead the sales team to meet market demands.
• Prepare quotations, visit plans, and relevant reports.
• Ensure all management directives are executed to achieve sales targets.
• Travel regularly to maintain customer relationships.

Skills

Persuasive sales skills

Negotiation skills

Team player

Interpersonal abilities

Communication abilities

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Studies, Administration, Management, or related field

Job description

THIS POSITION IS BASED AT KLK HARDWOOD FLOORING SDN BHD, LOCATED IN IPOH, PERAK.

Role and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sales and marketing strategies to expand market presence locally and internationally.
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities, including non-traditional segments, to drive revenue growth.
• Oversee credit control and manage bad debt to ensure healthy financial operations.
• Prepare and present statistical reports, including monthly sales, gross profit margins, slow-moving stock, trend analysis, and sales forecasts for management review.
• Foster strong relationships with existing and potential customers, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
• Address customer claims and complaints promptly, maintaining the company’s reputation for quality service.
• Coordinate and lead the sales team to meet market demands and achieve monthly On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) targets.
• Prepare quotations, visit plans, and other relevant reports as required.
• Ensure all directives from management are executed to achieve sales targets.
• Travel regularly to maintain customer relationships and explore new business opportunities.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by management.

Job Success Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Studies, Administration, Management, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in the woodworking industry or building construction materials is preferred.
• Strong persuasive sales and negotiation skills.
• Results-oriented, self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written); Chinese language skills are an advantage.
• Must possess own transport and be willing to travel.