About the position
Your responsibilities and tasks
Roles & Responsibilities
Business Development & Strategy
- Develop and expand the Emission Control business in Southeast Asia
- Define and implement business strategies in alignment with global management
- Identify and penetrate new or underdeveloped markets
Market & Customer Management
- Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities and trends
- Acquire new customers and strengthen relationships with key accounts and partners
- Build long-term, trust-based customer relationships through full project lifecycle engagement
Sales & Solution Development
- Lead sales activities, including presentations, meetings, and negotiations
- Gather and clarify customer requirements for gas cleaning and emission control systems
- Provide consulting during proposal stages and develop customized technical solutions
Execution & Cross-functional Coordination
- Coordinate with internal teams (application, project management, service, and leadership)
- Ensure successful project delivery from proposal through plant completion
- Optimize sales processes and continuously improve business performance
Process Improvement & Performance
- Implement and refine sales strategies and operational processes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to business growth
Your profile and qualifications
Educational Background
- The Technical Foundation: A degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with a sophisticated understanding of Thermal Separation Technology (evaporators, vacuum systems, etc.) and their process applications.
Professional Knowledge and Experiences
- Proven Track Record: At least 10 years of successful sales experience, with a demonstrated ability to grow "share of wallet" within strategic accounts and successfully break into new market segments.
- Established Network: You possess an existing, high-quality sales network in at least one core industry (Palm Oil, Chemical, or F&B) and the ability to leverage these ties quickly.
- Strategic Entrepreneurship: You are a result-driven "hunter" with a can-do attitude. You think strategically but act with the speed and passion of a business owner.
- Local Expertise: Understand the local business nuances, and have a clear desire for long-term career advancement within a global leader.
Other Skills & Competencies
- good communication and social skills and has excellent knowledge of the English language and are willing to travel
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functions with internal and external stakeholder
About GEA
GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
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