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

Primarily for Glycerine and Oleochemical Surfactants team
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 1-3 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

Salary Range: $4000 - $6000 per month

Please email your resume, cover letter and academic certificates to [HIDDEN TEXT]. Please include current and expected salary, notice period and reasons for leaving current or past employment.