Commercial Director (Pharma), China & Hong Kong
About this role
Sales Target Achievement:
- Develop, plan and implement commercial plans and sales strategies for China and Hong Kong SAR, allocate resources accordingly
- Optimize margins by managing pricing and contract negotiations effectively
- Strengthen and manage relationships with key and major target customers in line with the new divisional go-to-market approach and drive a strong, customer-oriented performance culture with a focus on execution discipline.
- Develop and lead a motivated, effective and efficient internal and external sales team ensuring clear accountabilities and KPIs and work to build a strong, vibrant and highly professional culture in the organization.
- Build team and organizational capability through strong performance management, mentoring and development.
- Partner with various stakeholders such as Business Development, Customer Service, Industry Market Managers and share best practices
- Contribute to the success of product development projects
Reports, Customers & Suppliers Relationship:
- Continuously develops the quality of CRM reports & assures CRM report from all relevant customer interactions with sales team.
- Provide sales forecasts, Monthly and/or Quarterly reports to suppliers & management.
- Aligns local country strategies and Pharma regional core supplier strategies by Pharma BU.
- Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to proactively identify potential threats and opportunities.
Human Resource Management:
- Together with Talent acquisition recruit and select the right qualifications & experiences staff according to staffing plan.
- Lead, direct, evaluate and develop a team to ensure that the business strategy and activities are implemented effectively and consistently.
- Ensure the remuneration structure is competitive, above market average and reflects individual performances.
Others:
- Perform other activities as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Job Requirement/Specification:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical manufacturing, biopharmaceuticals or pharmaceutical chemistry or related fields. / Master’s degree is a plus
Experience:
Minimum 15 years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry plus a few years’ at management level
Others:
- Fluent in Mandarin, written and spoken is mandatory
- Proficiency in English is essential (written & spoken)
- Strategic Thinking and Strong Analytical Skills
- Effective Communication,strong Collaboration, negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills to effectively prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
- Excellent Business / Commercial Acumen
- Business and Marketing Know-How
- Budgeting and Cost Controlling
- Coaching and People Management
- Ability to travel to customer as needed
- Work independently with minimum supervision
- Self-motivated and disciplined approach is essential.
Brenntag TA Team
Company at a glance
Brenntag is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution and holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, we have more than 18,100 employees worldwide and operate a network of around 600 sites in more than 70 countries. In 2024, the company generated sales of €16.2 billion.
The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a diversified and broad portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how and digital solutions for a wide range of industries.
Brenntag pursues an ambitious sustainability agenda and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag SE shares have been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2010 and have been part of the DAX since September 2021. In addition, the Brenntag SE shares are listed in the DAX 30 ESG and DAX ESG Target.
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