Job Description
Our Client:
Our client is a leading company specializing in Plastic/chemical/ distribution businesses regionally. They are looking for a Technical Product Specialist to join their expanding team in Singapore.
The Responsibilities:
1. Supplier development and management
* Source and qualify new suppliers based on requests from technical teams.
* Maintain close relationships with suppliers with frequent, proactive, and professional communication.
* Compile and manage documents (specifications, COAs, quality and regulatory documentations)
* Monthly review with suppliers to close gaps on requests.
* Support internal and external customers to meet requirements.
* Prepare training materials for internal sales teams and external customers.
* Develop and execute weekly, monthly and quarterly sales activity plans.
2. Price and Cost Administration
* Negotiate prices with suppliers
* Execute and communicate price strategy to internal sales teams
* Primary contact for all pricing questions or issues from sales organization
3. Market Tracking & Reporting
* Analyze and report movement of competitors, trends and market prices on monthly basis.
4. Customer Relationship Management
* Be the champion of CRM tool for the business unit.
* Generate updates on sales activities, sales leads and opportunities on daily basis.
The Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or science.
* At least 3-5 of years of working experience in sales or purchasing roles in food ingredients or chemicals related industries.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
* Salesforce.com experience is an advantage.
* Travel is required (~15% of time)
* Strong communication skills.
* Demonstrated negotiation skills and strong business acumen.
* Good time management and organizational skills.
* Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
* Good team player and demonstrated ability to influence peers in the region.
Disclaimer: The Company complies with the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), including the prevailing guidelines on recruitment. All qualified applicants will be considered for the position regardless of their age, race, religion, nationality, marital status, or family responsibilities. A more detailed discussion of the TGFEP is available on the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) website at https://www.tal.sg/tafep.