Regional Sales Manager

Norit is a leading supplier of Activated Carbon. Founded in 1918, Norit has been active in virtually all industries throughout the world. Today Norit offers products, for the water, beverage, food, dairy, pharmaceutical, chemical, gas / air, mining, catalyst, sweeteners, and remediation industries. Norit's activated carbon rank among the world’s best! Norit offers global coverage with production, engineering and manufacturing facilities in seven countries and a network of dedicated Norit sales and service centres, business partners and distributors in more than 100 countries around the world.

With further expansion and market penetration planned for South East Asia, we are looking for a Regional Sales Manager

Responsibilities

Regional Sales Manager is responsible for the commercial area of South East Asia and Pacific Islands and specifically for activated carbon sales. In collaboration with the Commercial Director, you are responsible for preparing and delivering the marketing & sales plans. The most important focus in that context is further expanding and strengthening relations with our current clients and penetrating new sales markets. In this role, you will give presentations and take care of the entire sales process and customer relationship management. You will negotiate with potential clients and have an active role in closing contracts.

Qualifications

The candidate preferably has a technical background with a science based qualification at university level, as well as 5 or more years of sales & marketing experience in a business-to-business setting. Sales experience of high added value products is an important qualification. A proven track record in this respect is required.

• 5+ years of prior chemical sales experience
• Experience in B2B commercial environment
• Sales experience of high added value or specialty chemical products
• Former experience with activated carbon sales will be a strong advantage
• University degree in chemical engineering or related science degree
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Proactive approach to work and results orientation
• Good organizational skills and ability to work under little supervision.

Benefits

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