Vance Group Ltd

Vance Group is a diversified and financially strong business group headquartered in Singapore. Our companies produce and trade biodiesel and oleochemicals in Malaysia and Singapore. Vance Group has been growing rapidly and is looking for dynamic, independent and results-oriented individuals to add to our Sales and Trading team. We want individuals who strive to get deals done!

Individuals who generate strong results and add value in Vance Group will be recognized and compensated commensurately. Based in Singapore, the Sales and Trading Executive will be trading with companies from many countries worldwide, gaining valuable experience in dealing with traders from different cultures and backgrounds. Team members who perform well will be given more decision-making, business development and other commercial responsibilities. Given the entrepreneurial environment, there is tremendous scope for growth and opportunities for the ambitious and talented team members.

Location: Newton Area (Goldbell Towers)

Title: Sales and Trading Executive (Oleochemicals)

Responsibilities

Responsible for meeting sales targets for the Company's products
New business development and driving sales growth
Assist in generating and executing trading ideas
Establish new and enhance existing sales channels in various geographical markets
Maintain regular communications with customers to address customer demands in timely fashion
Attend to product enquiries and all customer needs
Assist in developing pricing strategy, giving price quotations, negotiating trade terms and concluding trade contracts
Follow through on sales contracts including payment collection
Conduct regular market research and analyses to stay ahead of demand, supply, competitive and pricing trends
Obtain regulatory approvals and accreditations for products to boost marketability and access new markets
Work with Production and Logistics departments to coordinate production and delivery/shipment schedule
Work with Production and Quality Control departments on determining required product specifications

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Chemicals or related discipline
Preferably with minimum 3-5 years experience in sales and trading role within the palm oil, oleochemical, petrochemical, chemical or pharmaceutical industry
Proficient in MS Office applications especially Excel
Dynamic, self-motivated and persevering
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Demonstrates strong sense of initiative with the ability to work independently and as a team player
Meticulous and takes strong pride in the quality of one's work
Results-oriented and able to abide by tight deadlines with a strong sense of responsibility