Assistant Sales Manager

The Assistant Sales Manager is responsible for assisting in managing strategic customer relationships to achieve business growth and long-term partnership objectives. This role focuses on key client acquisition, relationship management, early project engagement, and contract execution, ensuring customer satisfaction and business profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

An experienced sales professional who is proactive, analytical, and results-oriented - capable of understanding complex customer needs, translating them into actionable sales strategies, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver optimal solutions. He / she must demonstrate commercial acumen, professionalism, and resilience in handling high-value clients and long sales cycles.

Key Account Development:

• Identify, acquire, and manage key accounts to expand business opportunities and strengthen market presence.
• Develop customized sales strategies and account plans tailored to major clients.

Customer Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships through continuous engagement and trust-building.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring smooth communication and issue resolution.

Early Project Involvement (UI Influence):

• Engage with customers early in the product or project development phase to influence design, specifications, and decision-making.
• Coordinate with internal technical and product teams to align solutions with customer needs.

Business Negotiation and Quotation Management:

• Lead commercial discussions, negotiate pricing, and ensure competitive yet profitable quotations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to prepare proposals, costings, and sales documentation.

Contract Management:

• Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of sales contracts in compliance with company policies.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure fulfilment of obligations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Technical teams to deliver comprehensive customer solutions.
• Provide feedback and market insights to support product strategy and business planning.

Requirements:

. Bachelor's degree or above in Business, Marketing, or related field.

. Minimum 5-8 years of experience in key account management or B2B sales, preferably with exposure to large or strategic clients within the Data Centre or related technology industries.

. Proven track record in client acquisition, contract negotiation, and long-term relationship management.

. Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.

. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

. Fluent in English and Mandarin.

. Willing to travel as required.