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Sales Director (Asia) - Chemicals & Advanced Adhesives

Singapore Permanent View Job Description
This is a regional leadership role for an experienced commercial leader to shape and scale Asia sales across multiple high-growth end markets. Based in Singapore, the role blends strategic direction with hands-on leadership across direct and channel-led markets in Asia.
  • Lead Asia sales strategy for a global specialty chemicals manufacturer
  • Build direct customer growth while coaching multi-country sales leaders

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established global specialty chemicals manufacturer with a strong heritage in advanced adhesive and UV-curing technologies. Operating across the US, Europe, and Asia, the company serves demanding industries such as electronics, semiconductor, electric vehicles, medical devices, and aerospace.

The organisation combines the agility of a founder-led business with an expanding international footprint, supported by in-house R&D, application engineering, and manufacturing capabilities. With Asia playing an increasingly strategic role, Singapore has been positioned as a key regional leadership hub.

Job Description

  • Own and execute the Asia commercial strategy, delivering sustainable revenue and margin growth
  • Lead and develop regional Sales Managers and Territory Sales teams across Asia
  • Shift the business towards higher-value direct customer engagement while optimising channel performance
  • Partner closely with R&D, Application Engineering, Operations, and Finance on customer solutions
  • Identify new growth opportunities across strategic industries and key accounts
  • Coach and develop mid-level people managers, building a strong leadership pipeline
  • Track performance through robust forecasting, pipeline management, and KPI discipline

The Successful Applicant

  • 10+ years of B2B commercial leadership experience within specialty chemicals or advanced materials
  • Proven track record leading multi-country sales organisations in Asia
  • Experience selling value-added solutions into technical or regulated industries
  • Strong capability in developing direct sales models alongside channel strategies
  • Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching and succession development
  • Commercially astute, hands-on, and comfortable operating in a lean, growth-oriented environment
  • Willingness to travel regularly across Asia

What's on Offer

This role offers the opportunity to step into a high-impact regional leadership position with visibility to global leadership and ownership. You'll be part of an organisation investing in Asia as a long-term growth engine, with exposure to strategic decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and future global leadership pathways. The company provides a competitive compensation structure, performance incentives, and a culture that values trust, respect, and entrepreneurial thinking.

Contact
Zi Hui Lim (Lic No: R1767414 / EA no: 18S9099)
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6994677
Phone number
+65 6416 9831

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
Sales Manager/Director/VP
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Zi Hui Lim (Lic No: R1767414 / EA no: 18S9099)
Consultant contact
+65 6416 9831
Job Reference
JN-042026-6994677

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.