Senior Commercial Manager - Financials

Kpler; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider based in Singapore is seeking a proactive commercial Manager for their APAC Sales team. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of sales experience, particularly in commodities or financial markets, and will be adept at building client relationships. This role requires strong communication skills, a proactive approach to outreach, and the ability to engage decision makers effectively.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in a sales role, especially in commodities market.
• Good English level with strong presentation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with maritime community contacts.

Responsibilities

• Engage in daily outbound contacts via email, chat, and phone calls.
• Set up meetings with decision makers and follow up on data queries.
• Maintain accurate records in the internal CRM.
• Work with pre-sales and research teams to engage new users.

Skills

Sales experience

Presentation skills

Cold calling

B2B SaaS knowledge

Maritime industry knowledge

Job description

At Kpler, we are dedicated to helping our clients navigate complex markets with ease. By simplifying global trade information and providing valuable insights, we empower organisations to make informed decisions in commodities, energy, and maritime sectors.

Since our founding in 2014, we have focused on delivering top‑tier intelligence through user‑friendly platforms. Our team of over 700 experts from 35+ countries works tirelessly to transform intricate data into actionable strategies, ensuring our clients stay ahead in a dynamic market landscape. Join us to leverage cutting‑edge innovation for impactful results and experience unparalleled support on your journey to success.

What you’ll do

The APAC Sales team is seeking a proactive and results‑driven commercial Manager – financial who is excited at the idea of selling a disruptive technology solution in the financials market and maintaining building on clients’ relationships through renewals, upsells and cross‑sells!

More specifically you will:

• Make daily outbound contacts by emails, chats, and most importantly by phone. We want someone who is not afraid of cold calling or reaching out to senior executive.
• Setting up meetings and interacting with decision makers and following up on data queries and pitching value based on value based selling approach.
• Maintaining accurate customer and sales information in our internal CRM. We are looking for people with a great drive and team spirit, who can multi‑task and can offer solutions!
• Experience in the shipping, maritime and/or container
• Work alongside internal teams including pre‑sales and research teams to engage existing and new users
• A proactive ‘hunter’ mentality with a strategic mindset

You are or have...

• Around 4-7 years of working experience in a sales role (exposure to the commodities market would be a strong plus)
• Good English level and great presentation skills with an excellent ability to convince and relate prospects and clients.
• Experience in Sales selling solutions in financial markets and/or selling B2B SaaS or data solutions.
• Familiar and have contacts within the maritime community
• A team player who always puts the business first with an eye on maximising you and your team’s long‑term gains
• Great attitude and motivation
• Based in Singapore and require no sponsorship

We make things happen

We act decisively and with purpose, going the extra mile.

We build together

We foster relationships and develop creative solutions to address market challenges.

We are here to help

We are accessible and supportive to colleagues and clients with a friendly approach.

Our People Pledge

Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely than others to apply if they feel like they don’t match 100% of the job requirements. Don’t let the confidence gap stand in your way, we’d love to hear from you! We understand that experience comes in many different forms and are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.

Kpler is committed to providing a fair, inclusive and diverse work‑environment. We believe that different perspectives lead to better ideas, and better ideas allow us to better understand the needs and interests of our diverse, global community. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives and are an equal opportunity employer.

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