Business Development Manager-HPC, Asia Pacific

As our new Business Development Manager – HPC, Asia Pacific based at our Singapore office, you will have the responsibility for the business development in HPC market.

Most important areas of responsibility:

• Responsible for Puresil Specialties promotion at Asia, focus on MNCs & big local cosmetics manufacturers (Amore Pacific, LG, Shiseido …)
• Technical seminar (online & offline) & exhibitions, especially for Specialties promotion & company brand awareness
• Work with Asia R&D to define new product development needs
• Work closely with global BDM & regional Technical Service team on developing sales tools & organize regular training to sales team & distributors
• Direct SEA & Japan/Korea sales team on defining local market development plan, distribution network optimization & distributor training & coaching

Qualifications/Skills required for the position:

• Bachelor degree or above in Chemical / Material Science related field preferred
• MBA will be a plus
• Minimum 5-year experience in Sales / Technical Service / Marketing role at MNC Personal Care companies who supply raw materials to HPC industry
• Fluent in English and Chinese speaking
• Good in English writing and ability to prepare English reports and presentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Good teamwork player
• Good communication and presentation skill
• Willing to take challenge
• Result-driven & can take initiatives
• Innovation mindset will be a plus

The position reports to Regional Market Manager and works in our Singapore office.  Domestic/international business travel is required.

Elkem will conduct a background check to confirm the information provided by the candidate during the recruitment process. Relevant candidates will be informed of this.