SEA Sales Director (Specialty Paper)
Robert Walters
Date: 3 days ago
City: Remote
Contract type: Full time
Remote
Our client, a global leader in premium specialty paper solutions, is seeking a dynamic Sales Director for Southeast Asia to spearhead regional growth within the Imaging and Digital Print sector.
This high-impact role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute sales professional with deep understanding of the paper and digital printing ecosystem. The successful candidate will be entrusted with managing strategic accounts, particularly major OEM printer companies, while identifying new business opportunities across the region.
As the Sales Director for Southeast Asia in the Imaging & Digital Print sector, your role will be pivotal in driving regional growth. You will be responsible for developing commercial strategies that expand our client's presence in this market. Your excellent relationship management skills will be crucial as you independently manage high-value relationships with leading OEMs and large customers. Your ability to present tailored paper solutions to prospective clients will demonstrate your deep product knowledge. You will take full ownership of achieving annual sales targets while also identifying emerging market trends to inform business development strategies. Collaborating closely with various teams within the organisation will ensure smooth execution from proposal to delivery.
The ideal candidate for this Sales Director position brings a solid background in the paper, print or imaging industry along with a strong understanding of digital print technologies. Your proven track record in B2B sales and key account management will be essential for success in this role. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills will enable you to build strong relationships with clients and influence at all levels. Your sharp commercial acumen and strategic thinking will help translate market insights into actionable business strategies. Being self-motivated and entrepreneurial, you are comfortable working remotely and managing diverse regional responsibilities with minimal supervision. Proficiency in English at a business level is required, while knowledge of other Southeast Asian languages is a plus. A willingness to travel across Southeast Asia is also necessary.
You will be joining an internationally respected company at the forefront of specialty paper innovation, serving globally recognised OEM printer brands. The organisation combines tradition with technological leadership and offers a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial, and supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that values innovation and collaboration, offering you the chance to make a significant impact on its continued success.
What's Next
Ready to take your career to the next level in this dynamic role? Don't hesitate!
Apply today by clicking on the link!
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C
This high-impact role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute sales professional with deep understanding of the paper and digital printing ecosystem. The successful candidate will be entrusted with managing strategic accounts, particularly major OEM printer companies, while identifying new business opportunities across the region.
- High-impact role in a leading global company
- Opportunity to manage strategic accounts and drive regional growth
- Work within the exciting Imaging and Digital Print sector
As the Sales Director for Southeast Asia in the Imaging & Digital Print sector, your role will be pivotal in driving regional growth. You will be responsible for developing commercial strategies that expand our client's presence in this market. Your excellent relationship management skills will be crucial as you independently manage high-value relationships with leading OEMs and large customers. Your ability to present tailored paper solutions to prospective clients will demonstrate your deep product knowledge. You will take full ownership of achieving annual sales targets while also identifying emerging market trends to inform business development strategies. Collaborating closely with various teams within the organisation will ensure smooth execution from proposal to delivery.
- Develop, lead, and implement commercial strategies to expand the company’s presence in the Southeast Asian market for digital and imaging print applications.
- Independently manage high-value relationships with leading OEMs and large customers, ensuring long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Strengthen relationships with existing clients, delivering exceptional service and anticipating evolving needs in a highly technical and specialised market.
- Present tailored paper solutions and innovations to prospective and current clients, demonstrating deep product knowledge and value propositions.
- Take full ownership of achieving annual sales targets and contribution margin goals, supported by data-driven forecasting and collaborative demand planning.
- Identify and assess emerging market trends, customer requirements, competitor activities, and new technologies to inform proactive business development strategies.
- Work closely with product development, technical support, and logistics teams to ensure smooth execution from proposal to delivery.
The ideal candidate for this Sales Director position brings a solid background in the paper, print or imaging industry along with a strong understanding of digital print technologies. Your proven track record in B2B sales and key account management will be essential for success in this role. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills will enable you to build strong relationships with clients and influence at all levels. Your sharp commercial acumen and strategic thinking will help translate market insights into actionable business strategies. Being self-motivated and entrepreneurial, you are comfortable working remotely and managing diverse regional responsibilities with minimal supervision. Proficiency in English at a business level is required, while knowledge of other Southeast Asian languages is a plus. A willingness to travel across Southeast Asia is also necessary.
- Solid background in the paper, print, or imaging industry
- Strong grasp of digital print technologies
- Proven track record in B2B sales and key account management
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Sharp commercial acumen
- Self-motivated and entrepreneurial spirit
- Proficiency in English at business level; other Southeast Asian languages are a plus.
- Willingness to travel across Southeast Asia
You will be joining an internationally respected company at the forefront of specialty paper innovation, serving globally recognised OEM printer brands. The organisation combines tradition with technological leadership and offers a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial, and supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that values innovation and collaboration, offering you the chance to make a significant impact on its continued success.
What's Next
Ready to take your career to the next level in this dynamic role? Don't hesitate!
Apply today by clicking on the link!
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C
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