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Technical Sales Manager

LANXESSSingapore, Pedra Branca, Singapore

30+ days ago

Job description

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Technical Sales Manager (Lubricant Additives)

Location : Singapore or Malaysia

Business Unit / Group Function : Lubricant Additives Business

As a leading specialty chemicals group, we develop and produce chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and high-tech plastics. With more than 13,000 employees. Be part of it!

Job Purpose

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Technical Sales Manager with in-depth knowledge of lubricant additives to join our growing team. This role combines technical expertise with strategic sales leadership to drive business growth across existing and prospective customers in the lubricant and oil additive markets.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and providing technical solutions to meet client requirements, ensuring alignment with both commercial and technical objectives.

Job Highlights

Identify and develop new business opportunities in the lubricant additives market.
Achieve sales targets and expand the customer base across designated territories.
Conduct market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitor activity.

Customer Relationship Management :

Maintain strong relationships with existing customers and key accounts.

Provide technical support and guidance during product trials, formulation, and implementation phases.

Act as the primary liaison between customers and internal technical / R&D teams.

Technical Expertise :

Understand customer applications and provide tailored additive solutions.

Stay up-to-date with advancements in lubricant technologies and regulatory requirements (e.g., REACH, OEM standards).

Deliver technical presentations, product training, and detailed proposals to customers.

Work closely with marketing, R&D, and product management teams to align offerings with market needs.

Support product development through customer feedback and application insights.

Reporting & Forecasting :

Maintain accurate records of sales activities, forecasts, and customer interactions in CRM systems.

Provide regular updates to management on pipeline development and market dynamics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering , or related technical field (Master’s preferred).

5+ years of experience in technical sales or business development in the lubricant additives , base oils, or chemical industry.

Strong understanding of lubricant formulations and additive technologies.

Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Ability to work independently and travel as required.

Preferred Skills

Experience working with OEMs and industrial clients.

Familiarity with industry standards (API, ILSAC, ACEA, ASTM).

Multilingual skills are a plus.

Proficient with CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer You

Compensation : We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program.

Comprehensive Benefits : We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.

Work-Life & Flexibility : We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.

Training & Development : We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning .

Diversity : For us, talent matters, we welcome everyone who commits to our values. We strongly believe that including diverse perspectives makes us more innovative and enhances our competitiveness. Therefore, we embrace the uniqueness of every single individual and are truly committed to supporting our people in developing their individual potential.

Important Notice on Recruitment Fraud :

Please be aware that LANXESS does not request any form of payment or monetary compensation as a pre-condition for employment. All legitimate job opportunities with our company will follow a formal recruitment process, and any communication will come from an official company email domain. If you are ever in doubt about the authenticity of a job offer or recruitment communication, please contact us directly. We take recruitment fraud seriously and encourage all applicants to remain vigilant.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales, Product Management, and Business Development

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing

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