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Technical Sales Manager - Industrial Automation

Penang Permanent MYR12,000 - MYR16,000 per month (MYR144,000 - MYR192,000 per year) Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
The Technical Sales Manager and focuses on driving the advanced automation and material handling solutions used in high‑precision manufacturing environments. You will be based in Northern region of Malaysia and work closely with customers to understand technical requirements and deliver tailored solutions across regional and international markets.
  • Lead high‑value automation projects with global tier‑1 semiconductor customers
  • Exposure to key international markets within a high-growth, future-proof sector

About Our Client

Our client is an established and expanding industrial automation solutions provider, delivering engineered systems that support efficiency, quality and scalability in advanced manufacturing environments. The company is known for its strong engineering capability, long‑term customer partnerships, and a professional yet balanced working culture.

Job Description

  • Manage and grow technical sales activities for automation and material handling solutions
  • Build and maintain relationships with large, multinational manufacturing customers
  • Lead end‑to‑end sales cycles, from opportunity identification to commercial closure
  • Understand customer technical requirements and translate them into practical solutions
  • Collaborate closely with internal engineering and project teams
  • Handle high‑value projects with complex technical and commercial considerations
  • Support regional market development and new customer acquisition
  • Operate as an individual contributor with future scope to take on leadership responsibility

The Successful Applicant

A successful Technical Sales Manager should have:

  • Bachelor's in Engineering background (Mechanical preferred)
  • Experience in technical sales within automation, industrial equipment, or engineered solutions environments
  • Comfortable engaging in technical discussions with customers and internal stakeholders
  • Track record of managing large customers and sizeable project values
  • Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a sales management or senior sales role
  • Commercially driven, structured, and consultative in approach
  • Stable career history and long‑term mindset
  • Strong communication skills; additional languages like Mandarin are an advantage



Key Highlights: International Technical Sales, Industrial Automation, Semiconductor

What's on Offer

    • Competitive remuneration with attractive variable bonuses for strong performers.
    • Flexible working hours
    • Hybrid working arrangement
    • Relocation support for out‑of‑town candidates
    • Positive company culture with focus on sustainability and work‑life balance



Contact
Kayden Liew
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6999948
Phone number
+60 12 375 3679

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
B2B Sales
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Penang
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kayden Liew
Consultant contact
+60 12 375 3679
Job Reference
JN-042026-6999948
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

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