Senior Associate/Manager, Chemicals and Materials

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) seeks a results-driven professional to own and lead key account engagement plans within Singapore’s public sector strategy. You will grow investments from major accounts, align with sector strategies, and drive measurable job creation KPIs across the Chemicals and Materials landscape.

You will collaborate with internal divisions and external agencies to develop bespoke solutions for top accounts, analyse complex business drivers, and communicate

Qualifications

• At least 3 years or more of relevant work experience.
• Experience in Sales, Account Management, Business Development in B2B sales or experience in Energy & Chemical industries will be an added advantage.
• Ability to analyse in-depth different complex issues and put forth actionable solutions.
• A keen sense of business acumen and experience in project management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken; including ability and experience in engaging stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a team player.
• Singaporean

Responsibilities

• Be primarily responsible for owning, driving and developing key account engagement plans.
• Grow the breadth and depth of investments made by your key accounts.
• Achieve individual and team level investment and job creation KPIs.
• Collaborate with internal divisions and external agencies to identify and progress investment project opportunities.
• Develop bespoke solutions for key accounts.
• Monitor and derive insights from company and executive interactions to help inform and shape sectorial strategy.
• Understand deeply the various business drivers, business models and business strategies of key accounts.

Skills

Key account management

B2B sales

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About EDB

The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), a government agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry, is responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent. We undertake investment promotion and industry development, and work with international businesses, both foreign and local, by providing information, connection to partners and access to government incentives for their investments. Our mission is to create sustainable economic growth, with vibrant business and good job opportunities for Singapore. For more information on EDB, please visit www.edb.gov.sg

About Chemicals and Materials

The team strongly believes that chemistry and materials can positively impact people and our environment. We partner some of the most innovative and leading chemical companies in the world and engage their senior executives to formulate and execute our strategies to grow Singapore’s Chemical sector sustainably. We aspire for Singapore’s chemical sector to be at the forefront of decarbonisation, circularity and industrial biotechnology. Our work translates into multimillion dollar investments in R&D, and manufacturing and headquarter activities as well as good jobs for Singaporeans.

What you will be working on

• Be primarily responsible for owning, driving and developing key account engagement plans


• Grow the breadth and depth of investments made by your key accounts


• Achieve individual and team level investment and job creation KPIs


• Collaborate with internal divisions and external agencies to identify and progress investment project opportunities


• Develop bespoke solutions for key accounts


• Monitor and derive insights from company and executive interactions to help inform and shape sectorial strategy


• Understand deeply the various business drivers, business models and business strategies of key accounts

What we are looking for

• At least 3 years or more of relevant work experience


• Experience in Sales, Account Management, Business Development in B2B sales or experience in Energy & Chemical industries will be an added advantage.


• Ability to analyse in-depth different complex issues and put forth actionable solutions


• A keen sense of business acumen and experience in project management


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken; including ability and experience in engaging stakeholders


• Self-motivated and positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a team player


• Singaporean


• http://jobs.careers.gov.sg

The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore.

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