Sales Manager - Maritime Industry

SAACKE SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SAACKE SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. seeks a seasoned maritime sales professional to drive revenue growth across Singapore, India, Taiwan, and Japan. You will manage key accounts, develop technical solutions, and lead proposals from initiation to closure.

The role requires 5-10 years in maritime sales, a degree in Engineering or Maritime studies, and a strong network within shipowners or shipyards. You will collaborate with partners and represent SAACKE at industry events to generate leads.

Qualifications

• Proven sales success in maritime sales or related sectors.
• Degree in Engineering, Maritime Studies or related field.
• 5-10 years maritime sales experience, especially with boiler systems/equipment.
• Established network within shipowners, shipyards or offshore industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets across Singapore, India, Taiwan, and Japan
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with shipowners, shipyards, and offshore sectors
• Manage and expand key client relationships to increase account value and loyalty
• Prepare and manage commercial proposals, tenders, and RFQs from initiation to closure
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to inform sales tactics
• Achieve assigned sales targets and contribute to regional growth strategy
• Build and maintain relationships with decision-makers in the marine sector
• Collaborate with service partners to strengthen market presence and drive joint growth
• Share market insights and support strategy development during sales meetings
• Analyse sales performance data and prepare reports for leadership review
• Present compelling value propositions highlighting SAACKE Group's advantages
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, conferences and industry events to generate leads

Skills

Proven sales success

Maritime industry experience

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering/Maritime degree

Job description

Job Summary

Drive sales growth by developing strategies, managing key marine sector accounts, and delivering technical solutions across Singapore, India, Taiwan, and Japan.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets across Singapore, India, Taiwan, and Japan
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with shipowners, shipyards, and offshore sectors
• Manage and expand key client relationships to increase account value and customer loyalty
• Prepare and manage commercial proposals, tenders, and RFQs from initiation to closure
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to inform sales tactics
• Achieve assigned sales targets and contribute to the overall regional growth strategy
• Build and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers in the marine sector to enhance customer engagement
• Collaborate with service partners to strengthen market presence and drive joint growth initiatives
• Share market insights and support strategy development during sales meetings
• Analyse sales performance data and prepare regular reports for leadership review
• Present compelling value propositions to customers, emphasizing SAACKE Group's advantages
• Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, conferences, and industry events to network and generate leads

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Proven sales success, preferably within the maritime industry
• Degree in Engineering, Maritime Studies, or a related field
• 5-10 years of maritime sales experience, ideally involving boiler systems, equipment, or technical solutions
• Established network within shipowners, shipyards, or offshore industry
• Solid understanding of marine systems or related equipment
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated negotiation skills
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management capabilities