Sales & Operations Manager (Marine Chemicals) (M19822)
- Full time
- Singapore, Singapore View on Map
- posted 4 hours ago
- Posted: May 21, 2026 -Accepting applications
Job Detail
Job Description
Sales & Operations Manager – Marine Chemicals
We are seeking a commercially driven and hands-on Sales & Operations Manager for a marine chemicals company. The role will be responsible for driving business growth, managing key customer relationships, overseeing daily operations, and leading a team to ensure smooth service delivery to clients within the maritime sector.
The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a leadership role, with proven experience managing a team either within sales, operations, or overall general management. Experience within marine, shipping, chemicals, lubricants, technical services, or related industries will be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive sales growth and expand the company’s customer base within the marine and shipping industry.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with shipowners, ship managers, operators, offshore companies, and other maritime stakeholders.
- Identify new business opportunities, market segments, and potential partnerships to support business expansion.
- Prepare commercial proposals, negotiate contracts, and support pricing and sales strategies.
- Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitor activities to support business planning.
- Oversee day-to-day operational activities to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products and services.
- Coordinate closely with logistics, procurement, warehouse, technical, and customer service teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Monitor inventory movement, service quality, delivery schedules, operational costs, and overall efficiency.
- Resolve customer issues, operational challenges, and service escalations in a timely and professional manner.
- Lead, manage, and motivate the sales and/or operations team to achieve business objectives.
- Set clear targets, monitor team performance, and provide coaching, guidance, and support where required.
- Promote a collaborative, accountable, and performance-driven working culture.
- Support senior management in implementing business strategies, process improvements, and growth initiatives.
- Prepare regular sales forecasts, operational reports, performance updates, and management reports.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and customer requirements.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Business, Maritime Studies, Engineering, Supply Chain, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in sales, operations, business development, or general management.
- Prior leadership experience managing a team is required.
- Experience in marine chemicals, marine lubricants, shipping, offshore, technical services, or related industries will be advantageous.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities and drive revenue growth.
- Good understanding of operational workflows, customer service delivery, logistics, and inventory coordination.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage both commercial and operational responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Hands-on, solutions-oriented, and comfortable working across different functions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to prepare reports, forecasts, and business updates.
Ideal Candidate
- A commercially minded leader with strong people management skills.
- Someone who can manage both sales growth and operational execution.
- A practical and hands-on manager who is comfortable dealing with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
- Able to work independently, lead a team, and support the continued growth of the business.
