APAC Maritime Sales Leader – Loading Software Solutions

Direct Search Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Search Global is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to drive growth of a loading computer software portfolio across APAC from Singapore. You will develop new business, expand the customer base and hit regional sales targets by engaging shipowners, ship managers, shipyards and offshore firms.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of proven sales in ship-performance systems, energy-management solutions, or marine software, with strong networking in maritime sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience in ship-performance systems, energy-management solutions, marine software, or automation technology.
• Strong network within maritime and offshore industries.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to manage complex and lengthy sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies for maritime loading computer and related software solutions across the APAC region.
• Achieve assigned sales targets and contribute to portfolio growth.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within maritime and offshore sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with shipowners, ship managers, shipyards and other industry stakeholders.
• Understand customers' operational and technical requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Prepare and deliver product presentations, technical proposals, quotations and commercial offers.
• Manage the complete sales cycle from lead generation to contract closure.
• Coordinate with global product, engineering and technical-support teams on customer requirements.
• Participate in industry exhibitions, conferences, and networking events.
• Monitor market trends and developments in maritime digitalisation and vessel performance.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts, customer records and pipeline reports.
• Support customer onboarding and post-sales support.

Skills

Maritime sales

Account management

APAC market development

Technical proposal

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Maritime Studies / Electrical Engineering / Marine Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Direct Search Global is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to drive growth of a loading computer software portfolio across APAC from Singapore. You will develop new business, expand the customer base and hit regional sales targets by engaging shipowners, ship managers, shipyards and offshore firms.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of proven sales in ship-performance systems, energy-management solutions, or marine software, with strong networking in maritime sectors.