Sales Manager - Footwear (Mandarin Speaking)

A leading global organisation is seeking a Sales Manager Footwear Mandarin Speaking to join their expanding team in Ho Chi Minh City. This pivotal role offers you the chance to shape the future of the footwear segment in Vietnam, working closely with an international network and engaging directly with key players in the industry. You will be at the forefront of driving business growth, developing new opportunities, and supporting innovative projects that make a real impact on both local and regional markets. With a focus on collaboration, knowledge sharing, and customer engagement, this position provides a unique platform for you to leverage your technical expertise and language skills while enjoying flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training. If you are passionate about building relationships, supporting sustainability initiatives, and contributing to a supportive team environment, this is your opportunity to thrive.

What you'll do:

As Sales Manager Footwear Mandarin Speaking, you will play an instrumental role in shaping the trajectory of the footwear segment in Vietnam. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you collaborating closely with both local teams and international colleagues as you identify promising projects, secure approvals for new initiatives, and build lasting relationships with major shoe factories. You will be responsible for executing targeted sales activities that align with broader strategic goals while also providing preliminary technical support to customers. By organising events that bring together industry leaders, you will help create valuable networking opportunities that drive innovation. Your ability to analyse market trends, understand customer needs, and recommend tailored solutions will be crucial in delivering value for both clients and your organisation. Success in this role will come from your commitment to teamwork, your proactive approach to uncovering new opportunities, and your dedication to supporting sustainability initiatives within the industry.

• Contribute to the profitable growth of the Footwear business in Vietnam by managing direct accounts and nurturing long-term partnerships with key customers.
• Develop comprehensive sales strategies aligned with overall business direction while proactively identifying and securing new customers within the footwear sector.
• Plan, organise, and oversee sales activities specific to the footwear segment, ensuring alignment with mid- and long-term strategic objectives.
• Promote innovative products and applications to both existing clients and potential customers, driving acquisition of new business through tailored presentations and demonstrations.
• Organise impactful events such as seminars, technical days, and workshops for strategic customers to foster deeper engagement and unlock fresh business opportunities.
• Define and implement effective local pricing strategies aimed at achieving optimal profitability while maintaining competitiveness in the market.
• Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders among strategic customers, ensuring open communication channels and mutual understanding of needs.
• Ensure robust credit management practices are followed in line with company guidelines to minimise risk exposure while supporting customer growth.
• Coordinate visits from regional colleagues to facilitate knowledge exchange and drive collective business growth across teams.
• Provide timely ad hoc and regular management reporting to ensure transparency on progress towards targets and enable informed decision-making.

What you bring:

To excel as Sales Manager Footwear Mandarin Speaking, you will bring a wealth of experience from technical sales or service roles within the footwear or chemical sectors. Your academic background equips you with a solid foundation in engineering or science disciplines relevant to this field. Fluency in Mandarin allows you to communicate seamlessly with key partners across Asia’s vibrant manufacturing landscape. Your expertise extends beyond product knowledge; it encompasses an acute awareness of industry drivers that influence purchasing decisions within the footwear segment. You are adept at building rapport with stakeholders from varied cultural backgrounds—your empathy fosters trust while your collaborative spirit encourages shared success. Analytical thinking enables you to interpret complex market data so you can recommend solutions that truly address client challenges. Above all else, your enthusiasm for learning ensures you remain up-to-date on emerging technologies while your commitment to teamwork makes you an invaluable asset within any project group.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or Polymer Technology is required for this position.
• At least five years’ experience in technical sales or technical service roles within chemical industries is essential for success.
• Fluency in Mandarin is mandatory due to frequent interactions with Chinese-speaking stakeholders across various regions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of footwear chemicals products as well as their applications within the footwear sector is highly desirable.
• A deep understanding of key industries such as footwear manufacturing enables you to anticipate client needs effectively.
• Proven ability to develop sales strategies that align with broader business objectives while adapting quickly to changing market conditions.
• Experience promoting new products or applications through engaging presentations or workshops adds significant value.
• Strong interpersonal skills allow you to establish trust-based relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capability in conducting market research on industry trends, competitor activity, product innovations, and technology advancements is advantageous.
• Familiarity with credit management processes ensures compliance with internal guidelines while supporting sustainable customer growth.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader renowned for its commitment to excellence within the chemical industry. Employees benefit from a culture rooted in collaboration where every voice is valued—regardless of background or experience level. The company places great emphasis on professional development by offering extensive training programmes designed to enhance both technical skills and personal growth. Flexible working arrangements empower staff members to balance their professional ambitions with personal commitments while generous pension contributions provide peace of mind for the future. Sustainability lies at the heart of operations; employees are encouraged not only to support but also champion initiatives that have a positive impact on communities worldwide. By joining this team, you become part of an inclusive network dedicated to making meaningful contributions both locally and globally—a place where your ideas matter just as much as your results.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in footwear further this is your chance to make a meaningful difference at one of Vietnam’s most respected organisations—apply now!

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.