Sales Director- Water Treatment

Pacific International Executive Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm is seeking a dynamic Sales Director for their client in Singapore. This role requires a proven track record in international sales within the Water industry, managing large teams, and driving business growth. The ideal candidate will develop strategies, foster partnerships, and address customer needs, ensuring proactive communication across teams. With 8–12 years of experience, this position offers an opportunity to shape market direction in a sustainable enterprise.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years in senior sales or commercial leadership roles, ideally within multinational organizations.
• Industry experience in Water Treatment for industrial sectors.
• Proven track record in managing large sales teams and delivering on high-value targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to achieve sales targets.
• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with key distributors and customers.
• Stay informed on industry trends and market dynamics.

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic thinking

Customer engagement

Market analysis

Collaboration

Job description

Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C‑suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams. Our adaptability, agility, and forward‑thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever‑evolving business landscape.

Pacific has been exclusively retained to assist our client, an innovative market leader with +20,000 employees. The company values customer orientation, integrity, and sustainability, being recognized as one of the most sustainable companies in the world. Known for unique products comprising 60% exclusivity, it serves over 35,000 customers in manufacturing.

We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and experienced Sales Director to join our client in Singapore. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in growing businesses in an international sales environment and with complex product portfolios. You will bring extensive experience in the Water industry and work closely with cross‑functional teams to develop new business opportunities and cultivate a people development and continuous improvement mindset within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to achieve sales targets and maximise profitability
• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with key distributors and customers
• Stay informed on industry trends and market dynamics to guide business decisions
• Leads regional brand strategy and mentors marketing and product teams on brand development
• Owns and drives segment profitability, including full P&Aco;
• Leverage market and competitor insights to define pricing, discounting, and optimize supply chain and distribution strategies
• Proactively identify innovative solutions to customer, technical, and organisational challenges; demonstrate resilience and persistence in overcoming obstacles to achieve results
• Foster strong cross‑functional relationships to deliver effective solutions for customers and partners, ensuring proactive communication and collaboration

Qualifications

• 8–12 years in senior sales or commercial leadership roles, ideally within multinational organizations
• Industry experience in Water Treatment for industrial sectors (e.g., microelectronics, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals)
• Proven track record in managing large sales teams and delivering on high‑value targets
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and revenue analysis
• Proven track record in managing large sales teams and delivering on high‑value targets
• Demonstrated ability to engage clients at multiple organizational levels
• Willingness to travel and collaborate within a global team
• Deep understanding of customer needs and market dynamics

For further information on this position and for a confidential discussion about your career please contact or apply with an English CV:

Feyisayo Adetayo

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About Pacific International Executive Search

Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high‑growth enterprises in building exceptional C‑suite, senior‑level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward‑thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever‑evolving business landscape.

Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C‑suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally.

Diversity Statement

At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.