Senior Sales Engineer

Weidmuller; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career development

Mentorship

Flexible working

Wellness programmes

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

WEIDMULLER INTERFACE (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. seeks a Senior Sales Engineer in Johor Bahru to drive sales growth and cultivate strong client relationships within key markets. You will identify opportunities, manage complex sales cycles, and deliver technical insights to assist client decision-making.

The role combines commercial acumen with engineering knowledge, requiring coordination with product and technical teams to meet client needs and expand market presence. Travel will be involved.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial sales.
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within assigned accounts and territories, maintaining a strong pipeline of prospective clients.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key clients, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and account retention.
• Provide technical sales support and expertise to clients, translating complex product features into business benefits.
• Conduct needs analysis and consultative selling with customers to understand their requirements and propose appropriate solutions.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations, and proposals to prospective and existing clients.
• Collaborate with the technical and product teams to ensure client requirements are met and solutions are delivered effectively.
• Manage the complete sales cycle from lead generation through contract negotiation and deal closure.
• Monitor market trends and competitive activities, providing feedback to support strategic business development.
• Achieve and exceed assigned sales targets and key performance indicators.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Sales experience

Independent working

Market analysis

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics / Industrial Automation)

Tools

MS Office

CX Spark (CRM)

Job description

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We are seeking a Senior Sales Engineer to join WEIDMULLER INTERFACE (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. in Johor Bahru, Johor. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial strategic role in driving sales growth and building lasting client relationships within our key markets. As a Senior Sales Engineer, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, managing complex sales cycles, and providing technical expertise to support client decision-making processes. This role combines both commercial acumen and technical knowledge, making it essential to our continued success and market expansion.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within assigned accounts and territories, maintaining a strong pipeline of prospective clients
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key clients, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and account retention
• Provide technical sales support and expertise to clients, translating complex product features into business benefits
• Conduct needs analysis and consultative selling with customers to understand their requirements and propose appropriate solutions
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations, and proposals to prospective and existing clients
• Collaborate with the technical and product teams to ensure client requirements are met and solutions are delivered effectively
• Manage the complete sales cycle from lead generation through contract negotiation and deal closure
• Monitor market trends and competitive activities, providing feedback to support strategic business development
• Achieve and exceed assigned sales targets and key performance indicators

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial sales
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation)
• Industry knowledge of Process, Energy, Factory Automation, or Machinery markets will be advantageous
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to achieve sales targets and deliver results consistently.
• Strong knowledge of sales principles, methods, practices, and techniques
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to work independently
• Results‑driven with the ability to focus on achieving set objectives and goals
• Ability to analyze market trends and develop effective sales strategies
• Willingness to travel
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English & BM, knowledge of Mandarin is a strong advantage
• Software Knowledge: MS Office, CX Spark (CRM)

What we offer

• At WEIDMULLER INTERFACE (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD., we are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment.
• We offer competitive salary packages commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• We provide opportunities for professional development and career advancement, including training programmes and mentorship.
• Our workplace promotes work-life balance with flexible working arrangements where possible.
• We offer comprehensive benefits including health insurance and wellness programmes to support the wellbeing of our employees.
• Additionally, we provide a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture where your contributions are valued and recognised.

About us

WEIDMULLER INTERFACE (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. is a leading global provider of industrial connectivity and power management solutions. With a strong commitment to innovation and customer excellence, we serve diverse industries including manufacturing, energy, telecommunications, and automation. Our company values integrity, quality, and continuous improvement in everything we do. We are dedicated to delivering solutions that empower our clients to succeed in their respective industries. As part of the Weidmüller global organisation, we combine international expertise with local market knowledge to provide exceptional service and support to our customers throughout Malaysia and the region.