Technical Sales Executive

United Malayan Flour Group of Companies; Butterworth; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Meal allowance

Performance bonus

Employee engagement

Job summary

United Malayan Flour Group of Companies in Butterworth, Penang, invites a Technical Sales Executive to provide technical support to customers and assist the sales team with technical matters. You will handle enquiries, identify new markets, visit potential customers, conduct product trials, and support product development.

The role requires a Diploma/Degree in related fields and 1–2 years of relevant experience, with good English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Business, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience, preferably in the food industry
• Good knowledge of food products and applications
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an added advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Possess a valid driving license and willing to travel
• Able to work independently and as a team

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to customers
• Assist sales team with technical matters
• Handle customer enquiries and product issues
• Gather market information and provide ideas for improvement
• Identify new markets and business opportunities
• Visit potential customers for new business
• Conduct product trials and follow up with customers
• Assist in product development and improvement
• Prepare technical and sales reports
• Support the sales team in achieving sales targets

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English & Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Diploma/Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Technical Sales Executive provides technical support to customers and assists the sales team with technical matters. The role involves handling customer enquiries and product issues, gathering market information, identifying new markets and business opportunities, visiting potential customers, conducting product trials and supporting product development and improvement.

Key responsibilities

Provide technical support to customers

Assist sales team with technical matters

Handle customer enquiries and product issues

Gather market information and provide ideas for improvement

Identify new markets and business opportunities

Visit potential customers for new business

Conduct product trials and follow up with customers

Assist in product development and improvement

Prepare technical and sales reports

Support the sales team in achieving sales targets

About you

Diploma/Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Business, Marketing, or related field

Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience, preferably in the food industry

Good knowledge of food products and applications

Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia. Mandarin is an added advantage

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Possess a valid driving license and willing to travel

Able to work independently and as a team

Why Join Us ?

Opportunity to grow with one of Malaysia's well-established flour manufacturers

Attractive remuneration package

Medical benefits

Parental leave

Mentorship from experienced Sales Leaders

Training and career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Supplemental Pay:

Yearly bonus

Performance bonus

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Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Technical Sales Executive?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• Do you have Technical Sales experience?
• How would you rate your Bahasa Malaysia language skills?

United Malayan Flour is a leading manufacturer of wheat flour in Butterworth, Penang. Incorporated in 1961, UMF has established itself as a leading manufacturer in the flour industry. Today, UMF is sold across Peninsular Malaysia and the region through its strong distribution network established over the past four decades. We believe in employing dynamic and committed individuals to join our company and be part of the legacy that has spanned three generations. For more information, please visit http://www.umfm.com.my. Join us and be part of the UMF family!

United Malayan Flour is a leading manufacturer of wheat flour in Butterworth, Penang. Incorporated in 1961, UMF has established itself as a leading manufacturer in the flour industry. Today, UMF is sold across Peninsular Malaysia and the region through its strong distribution network established over the past four decades. We believe in employing dynamic and committed individuals to join our company and be part of the legacy that has spanned three generations. For more information, please visit http://www.umfm.com.my. Join us and be part of the UMF family!

Perks and benefits Medical Meal Allowance, Performance Bonus, Employee Engage

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