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Assistant Sales Manager - Global Metal Manufacturer

Johor Permanent MYR7,000 - MYR11,000 per month (MYR84,000 - MYR132,000 per year) View Job Description
The Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager will be responsible for driving sales growth, managing key customer accounts, and developing new business opportunities across regional markets. The role combines business development, account management, market intelligence, and international customer engagement.
  • Gain Regional & International Market Exposure.
  • Commercial Career Growth.

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised industrial manufacturing organisation with a strong international footprint and a reputation for delivering high-quality engineered solutions. With customers spanning multiple regions and industries, the company continues to invest in innovation, market expansion, and the development of high-performing commercial talent.

Job Description

  • Drive sales growth and achieve business targets across regional markets.
  • Manage and develop relationships with existing customers to maximise account retention and growth.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within assigned territories.
  • Develop sales forecasts, market analyses, and business development strategies.
  • Monitor industry trends, customer requirements, and competitor activities.
  • Lead commercial discussions, including quotations, negotiations, and customer presentations.
  • Conduct regular customer visits and business reviews across regional markets.
  • Represent the company at industry exhibitions, conferences, and networking events.
  • Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless customer support and project execution.
  • Prepare sales reports, market intelligence updates, and performance analyses for management.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of B2B sales experience within industrial manufacturing, engineering products, metals, materials, hardware, or related sectors.
  • Strong business development and account management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Commercially driven, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Comfortable managing regional customer relationships and travelling internationally.
  • Exposure to international markets or industrial products would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturing organisation.
  • Extensive exposure to regional and international markets.
  • A highly visible role with direct impact on commercial growth.
  • Opportunities to work with customers across multiple countries and industries.
  • Strong learning and development opportunities within an international business environment.
  • Career progression within a growing commercial function.
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture that encourages ownership and initiative.
Contact
Li Jin Fong
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7056598
Phone number
+60146429190

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
Field Sales
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Johor
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Li Jin Fong
Consultant contact
+60146429190
Job Reference
JN-072026-7056598

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.