Sales and Marketing Executive

CI MANUFACTURING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CI Manufacturing Pte. Ltd. is seeking a capable Business Development and Sales professional to manage existing accounts and pursue new opportunities across multiple sectors including water treatment, semiconductor, and pharma manufacturing.

The role emphasizes technical understanding, client engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. Candidates should have 2–3 years in technical sales for chemical products or industrial solutions, with a Diploma in a related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• 2 to 3 years of technical sales experience in chemical products or industrial solutions across sectors such as: Water treatment and power utilities, Semiconductor and wafer fab manufacturing, Chemical and petrochemical plants, Food and pharmaceutical manufacturing Marine sectors.
• Capable of regular customer site visits, which may involve walking or climbing stairs of moderate distance or height.
• Strong grasp of technical terms and concepts related to chemistry, chemical handling, water treatment, and fluid transfer.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers from diverse backgrounds. Proficiency in additional languages may be relevant where required for customer communication.
• A valid driving license and access to a personal vehicle (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Business Development & Account Management: Manage existing accounts and develop new business activities, including pricing strategies, contract negotiations, tender submissions, technical support, and issue resolution.
• Sales & Profitability: Drive revenue, gross profit margins, and market growth while supporting company working capital and cash-flow goals in collaboration with the Finance Department (AR process).
• Customer Success: Help customers achieve their operational, quality, and productivity goals, while optimizing internal processes to deliver reliable service.
• Key Account Relations: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key accounts (Partner & Trust segment) and business partners to ensure sustainable growth.
• Operational Alignment: Coordinate with the Logistics and Operations teams to align customer demand forecasts with inventory and supply chains.
• Market Intelligence: Collect and share market insights, competitor movements, customer portfolio shifts, and emerging business opportunities.
• Sales Presentations & Proposals: Lead technical and commercial presentations, proposal drafting, and project planning.
• Reporting & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with company policies and submit timely performance reports.

Skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Science/ Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Environmental Science or related engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development & Account Management: Manage existing accounts and develop new business activities, including pricing strategies, contract negotiations, tender submissions, technical support, and issue resolution.
• Sales & Profitability: Drive revenue, gross profit margins, and market growth while supporting company working capital and cash-flow goals in collaboration with the Finance Department (AR process).
• Customer Success: Help customers achieve their operational, quality, and productivity goals, while optimizing internal processes to deliver reliable service.
• Key Account Relations: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key accounts (Partner & Trust segment) and business partners to ensure sustainable growth.
• Operational Alignment: Coordinate with the Logistics and Operations teams to align customer demand forecasts with inventory and supply chains.
• Market Intelligence: Collect and share market insights, competitor movements, customer portfolio shifts, and emerging business opportunities.
• Sales Presentations & Proposals: Lead technical and commercial presentations, proposal drafting, and project planning.
• Reporting & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with company policies and submit timely performance reports.

Traits & Competencies

Core Competencies: Problem-solving, Decision-making, Attention to detail

Personal Attributes: Integrity and ethics, Resilience, Initiative and ownership

Leadership & Collaboration: Team leadership, Cross-functional collaboration

Work Style: Independent and self-driven, Team-oriented, Comfortable in fast-paced environments

Cultural Fit: Aligns with company values, Strong customer focus, Growth mindset

Job Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• 2 to 3 years of technical sales experience in chemical products or industrial solutions across sectors such as:
  • Water treatment and power utilities
  • Semiconductor and wafer fab manufacturing
  • Chemical and petrochemical plants
  • Food and pharmaceutical manufacturing Marine sectors
• Capable of regular customer site visits, which may involve walking or climbing stairs of moderate distance or height.
• Strong grasp of technical terms and concepts related to chemistry, chemical handling, water treatment, and fluid transfer.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers from diverse backgrounds. Proficiency in additional languages may be relevant where required for customer communication.
• A valid driving license and access to a personal vehicle (preferred)