Join Our Client as a Technical Sales Specialist!

Our client is a globally recognized company in the plastics and polymers industry, looking for a motivated and skilled Technical Sales Specialist to join their team in Malaysia. With a rich history since 1961 and a presence across Asia, our client is known for its family values and strong partnerships with industry-leading producers.

Role Overview:

The Technical Sales Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting the development and growth of Commodity Plastics and Plastic Polymers. This position is essential for maintaining our competitive edge by providing technical expertise, driving customer-focused innovation, and enabling project development in collaboration with sales teams, customers, and strategic suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively manage and follow up on both internal and external customer project pipelines to ensure progress and technical alignment.
• Partner closely with sales teams and target markets to deliver innovative technical solutions that foster business growth and create value.
• Develop in-depth expertise in product offerings from key suppliers and support the creation of new product lines that meet changing market needs.
• Propose customized, high-value product solutions tailored to specific customer applications.
• Work collaboratively with strategic suppliers and sales teams to provide accurate formulation support, coordinate trials, conduct technical evaluations, and manage sample logistics to drive material adoption.
• Assist customers with the development of new projects by offering technical guidance and custom solutions.
• Discover and develop new materials and technologies to enhance the sales team’s capabilities and strengthen competitive advantages.
• Maintain regular communication with the sales team to identify new opportunities, encourage product trials, and support customer conversion.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to inform product positioning and strategy.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team and business goals.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a technical specialist or technical support role within the plastics polymers industry.
• In-depth knowledge of plastic processing, materials, and formulations, especially polyethylene and other commodity plastics.
• Strong project ownership and ability to deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Strong industry insight in Southeast Asian polymer markets is a distinct advantage.
• Degree in Business Administration, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in English; other Southeast Asian languages are a plus.