Sales Manager - Distribution

Sika; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in specialty chemicals seeks a salesperson in Singapore to develop effective sales plans and manage product marketing. Responsibilities include building client relationships, ensuring customer requirements are met, and negotiating contracts. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree related to business and proven sales experience. The role offers a dynamic work environment focused on growth and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales, customer service, or related fields.
• Distribution sales experience is an advantage.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Strong understanding of products and industry positioning.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales plans and business strategies for Singapore.
• Manage product marketing in line with Group policies.
• Ensure effective communication of customer requirements.
• Initiate customer complaints for quick resolution.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients.

Skills

Effective communication

Client relationship building

Sales strategy development

Market trend analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Reporting to the Distribution Manager, we are looking for a salesperson (Position will be based in Singapore):

Responsibilities include:

• Developing effective sales plans and recommending business strategies for Singapore regarding quality, availability, price, and competition.
• Managing product marketing in Singapore in line with Group policies.
• Ensuring customer requirements are communicated to production and technical teams.
• Initiating Customer Complaint Reports to address issues promptly.
• Developing annual budgets for marketing, sales, and business in the local market.
• Reporting monthly on performance and implementing actions to address deficiencies.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients.
• Possessing in-depth product knowledge to advise clients effectively.
• Developing sales strategies to maximize revenue from key accounts.
• Facilitating clear communication between clients and internal teams.
• Addressing and resolving issues to ensure positive client experiences.
• Staying informed about market trends and competitors.
• Negotiating contracts with key clients.
• Retaining clients through exceptional service.
• Conducting demand forecasting and inventory planning.
• Providing regular performance reports and insights.
• Gathering market information and competitor developments for strategic decisions.
• Ensuring collection of debts within company guidelines.
• Performing other sales duties as assigned.

Your expertise - Our strength

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field.
• Previous experience in sales, customer service, or related fields.
• Distribution sales experience is an advantage.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong understanding of our products and industry positioning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to plan, initiate, and close sales.
• Ability to resolve technical inquiries over the phone.
• Capability to support customers through troubleshooting and onsite assistance.
• Ability to manage a busy workload effectively.
• Ability to develop system sales plans to support customer business.

About Sika

Sika is a global leader in specialty chemicals, providing systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in construction and industrial sectors. With subsidiaries in 102 countries and over 400 factories, Sika employs more than 34,000 people and generated CHF 11.76 billion in sales in 2024.

Founded in Zurich in 1910, Sika is listed on the Swiss Exchange and is part of the Swiss Market Index (SMI). Its product range includes concrete admixtures, mortars, sealants, adhesives, damping and reinforcing materials, structural systems, flooring, roofing, and waterproofing solutions.

SIKA (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD, established in 1978, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sika AG, involved in manufacturing, trading, and supplying construction chemicals in Singapore.