Sales Manager Sensor & Probes - Metal Industry

Quess Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 378,000 - 488,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is looking for a Sales Manager to drive business growth across China and Southeast Asia. The candidate will manage customer relationships and support regional expansion, with opportunities for team leadership. Ideal applicants will have over 10 years of experience in the steel-making industry and must possess strong negotiation skills along with fluency in English and preferably Chinese. This role involves travel (up to 40%) across the region.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in the steel-making industry; 5+ years in sales or business development.
• Knowledge of sensor and probe technology is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development and new project opportunities across Asia Pacific.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers.
• Support regional expansion initiatives, with potential to build and lead a team.

Skills

Business development

Sales management

Negotiation

English fluency

Chinese fluency

Education

University degree in metallurgical engineering

Job description

Sensors & Probes – Sales Manager China, South-East Asia, and Pacific

Position Objective

Drive the growth of S&P business across China, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific, targeting expansion up to £10M GBP within five years.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive business development and new project opportunities across Asia Pacific, including China.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, managing relationships and delivering solutions.
• Support regional expansion initiatives, with potential to build and lead a team over time.
• Travel as required (up to 40%) across the region to support client engagement and project execution.
• Experience in a similar industry or with competitors in the metal, steel, or refractory sectors is highly preferable.
• Collaborate with the Business Unit Head in London to align strategies and support decision‑making.

Requirements

• University degree, preferably in metallurgical engineering.
• 10+ years in the steel‑making industry; 5+ years in sales or business development.
• Fluent in English; Chinese fluency strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of sensor and probe technology is advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and multi‑channel sales management skills.