China Sales Director - Industrial

Shanghai 全职 View Job Description
To lead and enhance sales operations in China, leveraging strengths to fortify sales in the heavy industry sector and expand revenue streams through advancements in new energy vehicle battery pack technology.
  • Responsible for overseeing China market with a sales team comprising 30 sales
  • Targeting clients in heavy industry, offshore engineering, and transportation

About Our Client

My client is a foreign-invested industrial manufacturer catering to clients in heavy industries, marine engineering, and transportation. Their primary sales model consists of 80% through distributors and the remainder through direct sales to key clients. With a current sales volume of approximately RMBRMB 1 billion, we operate manufacturing factories and are seeking to bolster our sales presence in the Chinese market.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve sales targets and drive business growth in China.
  • Manage and motivate the sales team, including distributors and direct sales personnel, to ensure effective coverage of the heavy industries, marine engineering, and transportation sectors.
  • Identify new market opportunities, particularly in the area of new energy vehicle battery pack technology.
  • Foster relationships with key clients and potential partners to secure long-term contracts and enhance brand loyalty.
  • Analyze market trends, competition, and customer needs to adjust sales strategies accordingly.
  • Collaborate with the production and product development teams to ensure product offerings align with market demands.
  • Oversee sales performance, monitor KPIs, and provide regular reports to senior management.

The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum of 10 years of sales management experience within the industrial sector.
  • Proven track record in selling industrial products, with a client base encompassing heavy industries and transportation (must-have).
  • Fluent in English, with a strong background in a foreign-owned enterprise environment.
  • Experience of managing distributors and developing key accounts (must-have).
  • Deep understanding of the Chinese industrial market, particularly in the targeted sectors.
  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, with a proactive and results-driven mindset.

What's on Offer

  • Leverage existing strengths to deepen penetration in the heavy industry sector.
  • Expand sales in the emerging field of new energy vehicle battery pack technology.
  • Lead a dynamic sales team in a growing and innovative company.
Contact
Olivia Lu
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6638951
Phone number
+86 21 6035 3530

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
Sales Manager/Director/VP
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Olivia Lu
Consultant phone
+86 21 6035 3530
Job Reference
JN-012025-6638951

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