Division Head for Sales & Marketing and R&D

Pulau Pinang
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1 bulan lepas
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Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Leadership

Define and execute the overall strategy for the Sales, Marketing, and R&D departments.
Align group objectives with company goals to drive sustainable growth.
Lead cross-functional collaboration to create customer-centric innovations and go-to-market plans.

2. Sales & Business Development

Set sales targets and monitor performance.
Expand new markets, key accounts, and strategic partnerships.
Ensure customer relationship excellence and retention.

3. Marketing

Oversee branding, market positioning, and digital marketing strategies.
Ensure effective market research, competitor analysis, and product positioning.
Drive campaigns that increase visibility and sales.

4. R&D and Innovation

Guide the R&D team in developing new products/technologies aligned with market demand.
Champion innovation and technical leadership in product development.
Ensure efficient project management and time-to-market.

5. People Management

Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams across the two departments.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
Manage performance, recruitment, and succession planning.

6. Reporting & Budgeting

Oversee departmental budgets, forecasts, and KPIs.
Provide timely reports and recommendations to top management.

Job Requirements * Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field (Masters degree preferred).
Minimum 10 years of working experience with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record in Sales, Marketing, and/or R&D leadership in a relevant industry.
Key Competencies

Strong business acumen and commercial strategy mindset.
Experience managing cross-functional teams and large-scale projects.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Innovative thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Results-oriented and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Added Advantage

Experience in the chemical/materials/polymer or high-tech manufacturing sector.
Familiarity with product lifecycle management and B2B technical sales.