Sr. Technical Specialist (Pesticides)

Kuala Lumpur Permanent MYR120,000 - MYR144,000 per year View Job Description
The Senior Technical Specialist will be responsible to drive business growth by leading technical strategy, regulatory guidance and new solution development. The role partners closely with commercial and regional teams to deliver sustainable launches and market impact.
  • Influence national strategy and launch new solutions in a growing market
  • High‑impact regional and global exposure

About Our Client

Our client is a science‑driven organisation specialising in public health and pest management solutions, with a strong focus on vector control and disease prevention. They operate across the APAC region, combining deep technical expertise, regulatory leadership and commercial execution to deliver sustainable, high‑impact solutions for governments, industry partners and key customers.

Job Description

  • Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, products, technologies and services
  • Shape country growth strategy and define realistic targets for new initiatives
  • Plan budgets, resources, timelines and sales targets with commercial stakeholders
  • Manage cross‑functional projects covering regulatory, technical, supply chain and marketing
  • Deliver timely and sustainable product and solution launches
  • Design and manage trial programmes, including protocols, partners and data analysis
  • Provide technical support for customer enquiries and marketing claims
  • Identify and manage technical, stewardship and compliance risks
  • Develop and maintain high‑quality training materials for customers and internal teams
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, stewardship standards and external communications
  • Track and report project progress, market trends, sales performance and competitive insights
  • Engage with external partners, suppliers, consultants, researchers and industry influencers

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's or PhD in Entomology preferred
  • 5-10 years' experience in technical, project or business management
  • Strong knowledge of pesticides, vector‑borne diseases and vector control markets
  • Experience with oil palm plantation rodenticide programmes
  • Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal
  • Strong leadership skills with ability to influence and collaborate cross‑functionally
  • Comfortable working with regional and global stakeholders
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work in a large multinational organization
  • Permanent position based in Kuala Lumpur with a professional and innovative work environment.
  • Potential for career growth and professional development.
Contact
Ethan Tay
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7000979
Phone number
6012 330 2463

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Chemical / Process
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ethan Tay
Consultant contact
6012 330 2463
Job Reference
JN-042026-7000979

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