Job description for Head of Sales Polymer, Asia at GME Chemicals
Responsibilities and Authorities:
- Manage and drive sales performance for the Polymer business across ASEAN and China, ensuring sustainable and profitable growth.
- Lead, coach, and develop the Polymer sales team, including Segment Managers (Healthcare Polymer, Mobility, Consumer Electronics) to achieve defined KPIs and business targets.
- Support the development and execution of regional sales and business development strategies in alignment with group objectives.
- Maintain and strengthen customer relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and long-term business partnerships.
- Identify and assess new market opportunities and support the introduction of new products or solutions relevant to the Polymer business.
- Collaborate with Product Management and Supply Chain teams to ensure efficient supply, pricing, and customer service for the region.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs, and provide regular business intelligence reports to management.
- Prepare and present sales forecasts, budgets, and performance reports for the Polymer business.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable standards (e.g., AS9120 AQMS, ISO 14001 EMS, or other relevant guidelines as required).
Competency Requirements:
- Minimum 5–7 years of relevant working experience in sales or business development, preferably within the polymers or chemical industry.
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing a sales team.
- Solid understanding of market dynamics, customer relationship management, and segment-based sales approaches.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent; Master’s degree is an advantage.
