Regional Sales Director

UCC ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a dynamic regional commercial leader to drive APAC growth by expanding premium consumer products, strengthening distributor networks, and executing multi-year strategic plans.

Based in our Singapore hub, you will collaborate with regional marketing, supply chain, and finance to optimize portfolio performance and deliver sustainable year-on-year expansion across diverse APAC markets.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive regional business development, corporate strategy, or commercial sales experience.
• FMCG, F&B, or consumer products sector expertise; beverage/coffee experience a plus.
• Deep knowledge of APAC commercial landscapes and trade regulations.
• MBA or degree in business or related field with leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional growth and route-to-market strategies across APAC territories.
• Identify and scale partnerships with regional distributors, retailers, and food service channels.
• Formulate regional roadmaps aligned with global growth goals.
• Collaborate with regional marketing, supply chain, and finance to optimize product portfolio performance.
• Provide strategic market intelligence and forecasts to senior management.

Skills

Regional growth

Business development

Strategic partnerships

Cross-cultural communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Forecasting

Education

MBA preferred

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic commercial leader to drive regional business growth and market expansion across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. Based in our Singapore regional hub, you will scale the presence of our premium consumer product portfolio by identifying high-value market opportunities, strengthening distributor networks, and executing multi-year strategic plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Regional Growth: Lead business development and route-to-market strategies across APAC territories.
• Strategic Partnerships: Identify and scale alliances with regional distributors, key retail channels, and food service chains.
• Strategic Planning: Formulate regional roadmaps aligned with global headquarters' growth goals.
• Cross-Functional Synergy: Partner with regional marketing, supply chain, and finance teams to optimize product portfolio performance.
• Executive Insights: Provide strategic market intelligence and performance forecasts directly to senior management.

Job Requirements

• Experience: 15+ years of progressive experience in regional business development, corporate strategy, or commercial sales.
• Sector Expertise: Proven track record in FMCG, F&B, or consumer products. Experience in the beverage or coffee industry is a significant advantage.
• Market Knowledge: Deep, practical knowledge of commercial landscapes and trade regulations across APAC markets.
• Education: Degree in Business or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Leadership: Exceptional cross-cultural communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.