Sales Director - Asia Region

Pearson; Remote; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of vocational training solutions in Singapore seeks a dynamic Sales Director to lead sales efforts across Asia. This role entails developing strategies, managing sales teams, and building partnerships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in educational sales, exceptional leadership abilities, and a proven track record of driving growth. A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement are offered in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the education or vocational training industry.
• Proven experience as a successful Sales Director or similar role.
• Exceptional commercial skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful sales strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Understanding market opportunities and analyzing sales data.
• Leading the development of the regional strategy.
• Developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
• Monitoring sales performance metrics.
• Maintaining relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Delivering accurate forecasts and performance reports.
• Leading negotiations and closing deals.
• Driving a high-performance culture in the team.

Skills

Sales management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Commercial skills

Negotiation

Education

Experience in education or vocational training industry

Proven experience as a Sales Director

Job description

Company

Pearson VQ International is a leading provider of vocational qualifications and training solutions globally. We are committed to delivering high‑quality education and training programmes that empower individuals and organizations to achieve their goals. We are on an ambitious journey of growth and seek visionary, ambitious leaders to join us.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Director to lead our sales efforts across Asia. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales management, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to drive sales growth while inspiring others. You will synthesize market opportunities across your region and build strategic alliances at the highest level to support our growth. You will be committed to the change and opportunity that education can bring to individuals, enterprises, and nations.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the skills and vocational market opportunities across your region.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify new business opportunities.
• Lead the development of the regional strategy and develop ambitious long‑range plans to achieve sales targets and expand the customer base.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies across your teams and markets to achieve regional sales targets.
• Monitor and report on sales performance metrics, providing insights for continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Management

• Establish and maintain productive relationships with key clients and stakeholders to drive engagement and growth.

Commercial

• Deliver accurate forecasts of pipeline and timely financial forecasts, with commercial performance reporting across your team.
• Prepare and present sales forecasts, budgets, and performance reports.
• Lead negotiations and close deals with key stakeholders.

Leadership

• Deliver a culture of high performance and accountability.
• Lead your regional teams, providing guidance, training, and support, and driving performance aligned with the values of Pearson.
• Set sales goals and objectives, and monitor progress across your team.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the education or vocational training industry.
• Proven experience as a successful Sales Director or similar role.
• Exceptional commercial skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful sales strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

About Pearson

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world’s lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn’t just what we do; it’s who we are.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E‑Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Job Details

Job Family: SALES
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Remote
Organization: Enterprise Learning & Skills
Requirement ID: 21366

Application

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