Manager, Sales & Marketing (Technical)

Reporting to the Managing Director, this position will play a key role in supporting the global growth and commercialization of our polyolefin products. This role combines technical expertise, customer engagement and market development, working closely with customers, sales teams, Research & Development and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Research & Development team in Japan Headquarters and regional counterparts to identify market opportunities and develop application and market expansion strategies based on customer needs.
• Manage the delivery of technical services and solutions to customers and business partners to support the commercialization of polyolefin, polyethylene and other chemical products.
• Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting customer issues and addressing new product and application development needs.
• Collaborate with the Sales team to conduct technical seminars and training for business partners and customers, strengthening product knowledge and supporting market expansion.
• Partner with production and Sales & Marketing teams to evaluate and develop commercially viable new product grades.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering/Polymer Science with 8 to 14 years of relevant working experience
• In-depth knowledge in polymer and packaging industry related to m-LLDPE/HDPE/PP
• Proficient in Japanese language to communicate effectively with relevant counterparts in Japan
• Highly self-motivated, meticulous, independent and resourceful
• Strong leadership and communication skills and an effective team player
• Customer-focused with strong technical problem-solving abilities
• Able to travel within short notice when required