Technical Sales Executive

Krischem Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of innovative chemical solutions in Malaysia is seeking a Technical Sales Executive. This role combines technical expertise with sales responsibilities, including managing key accounts, promoting products, and providing technical guidance. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and have 1-2 years of experience in technical sales. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. Fluency in English and other languages is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in technical sales or application support.
• Hands-on experience in formulation, lab work and customer trials.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow key customer accounts, ensuring long-term partnerships.
• Identify and develop new customers, markets and business opportunities.
• Promote and sell company products and solutions, achieving sales targets.
• Prepare sales proposals, quotations and commercial negotiations.
• Monitor market trends and customer needs to support business strategy.

Skills

Technical knowledge of personal care formulations

Good problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to travel as required

Fluent in English

Fluent in Mandarin

Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related

Job description

Krischem Sdn Bhd is seeking for a technically competent and customer-oriented Technical Sales Executive to support and grow our business in the Personal Care, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial(I&I) and Glove industries. This role combines technical expertise with sales responsibilities, providing formulation support, application guidance and process troubleshooting while driving sales growth, managing key accounts and expanding product peneration

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and grow key customers accounts, ensuring long-term partnerships and customers satisfaction

Identify and develop new customers, markets and business opportunities

Promote and sell company products and solutions , achieving assigned sales targets and KPIs

Expand product SKU penetration within existing accounts through cross-selling and up-selling

Prepare sales proposals, quotation and commercial negotiations in coordination with management

Monitor market trends, competitor activities and customer needs to support business strategy

Provide technical advise and solutions to customers on products selection, usage and performance

Support customers with formulation guidance, including ingredient selection and optimization

Conduct product application trials, lab demonstrations and on-site evaluations

Conduct process troubleshooting/investigations to assist customers resolve formulation, production or quality issues

Develop prototypes, samples and benchmark formulations to support customer projects

Assist customers in scaling up from lab to pilot and production level

Conduct regular customer visits, technical presentations and product training sessions

Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales activities and technical reports

Job Requirements:

Preferably with Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Applied Science or related scientific discipline

1-2 years of experience in technical sales or application support (industry-related experience preferred)

Technical knowledge of personal care, home care, I&I, latex/glove or specialty chemical formulations will be an added advantage

Hands-on experience in formulation, lab work and customer trials is a strong advantage

Good problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot process and application issues

Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

Able to work independently, travel as required and manage multiple accounts

Proficient in Microsoft Office(Words, Excel, Power Point)

Self-motivated, responsible and wiling to learn

Fluent in English, Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia

Strong verbal and written communication skills

About us

Krischem Sdn Bhd is a leading provider of innovative chemical solutions for a wide range of industries. With over 20 years of experience, we are known for our dedication to quality, customer service, and continuous innovation. Guided by our core values of integrity, collaboration, and excellence, we strive to be the partner of choice for our clients.

If you're ready to take your sales career to the next level, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply now and join our team at Krischem Sdn Bhd!