Sales Supervisor - Sabah (Kota Kinabalu)

CelcomDigi; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Malaysia seeks a Sales Supervisor to lead a team and drive sales performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a diploma or degree in business or marketing, and 3-4 years of relevant experience. The role involves coaching sales teams, executing channel strategies, and fostering strong dealer relationships. Join us to contribute to Malaysia’s digital growth through innovation and customer excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–4 years of experience in sales or channel management.
• Strong ability to coach and develop sales teams.
• Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia; proficiency in English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Sales Executives.
• Plan and implement strategic initiatives.
• Monitor dealer performance and adherence to standards.
• Provide support for system issues faced by dealers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal communication

Sales data analysis

Negotiation skills

Motivation

Tech-savvy

Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Sales Supervisor is responsible for leading and managing a team of frontliners and supporting channel partners to drive sales performance across assigned territories. This role involves executing channel strategies, overseeing day-to-day sales activities, ensuring visibility of products in the market, and achieving sales targets. The Sales Supervisor will also play a key role in coaching and developing the sales team, maintaining strong dealer relationships, and ensuring alignment with CelcomDigi’s standards, policies, and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor Sales Executives to optimize individual and team performance.
• Plan and implement strategic initiatives to expand and strengthen channel distribution.
• Design and execute quarterly tactical sales programs to achieve business targets and KPIs.
• Monitor dealer performance, ensuring adherence to company policies, standards, and branding guidelines.
• Track, analyze, and report competitor activities, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure strong and consistent brand presence across all sales channels and touchpoints.
• Provide first-line support for system or product-related issues faced by dealers and frontliners, ensuring timely resolution.

Requirements

• This position is offered on a 2-year fixed-term contract basis.
• Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; SPM holders with strong relevant experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 3–4 years of experience in sales, channel management, or dealer operations, preferably in the telecommunications or FMCG industry.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in managing and developing sales teams.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills to engage effectively with dealers, channel partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Results‑driven, highly motivated, and able to work independently in a fast‑paced, target‑oriented environment.
• Proficient in analyzing sales data, identifying trends, and formulating action plans.
• Willing to travel and work outdoors, including weekends and public holidays, as required.
• Possess own transport and a valid driving license.
• Tech‑savvy with basic knowledge of sales systems, reporting tools, and telecommunications products and services.
• Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia; proficiency in English or other local dialects is an added advantage.

Next Steps

Thank you for taking the first step towards joining our team at CelcomDigi! After submitting your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV and reach out to shortlisted candidates to guide you through the next steps, including a pre‑screening conversation, interviews and or assessments.

At CelcomDigi, we aspire to be Malaysia’s leading telco‑tech company — the nation’s digital growth engine — powering transformation through 5G, AI, and innovation that impacts over 20 million customers. Here, your role goes beyond work. It’s about enabling businesses to thrive, connecting communities, and advancing society, as we build a brand rooted in trust, reliability and customer excellence. Aligned with our employer value proposition, Grow with Purpose. Build with Trust, you’ll have the opportunity to innovate responsibly and create digital solutions that truly make a difference. If you're driven, future focused, and ready to be part of something bigger, we want you on our team.

Let’s advance and inspire Malaysia together! #WeAreCelcomDigi

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