Sales Director – Semiconductor, Cleanroom, Gas & Chemical

Role Overview

• Develop and execute comprehensive sales and business development strategies aligned with company growth objectives and market expansion plans.
• Lead the overall sales function, ensuring achievement of revenue, margin, and market share targets.
• Identify new growth opportunities across key industries including electronics manufacturing, semiconductor, industrial technology, and related sectors.
• Drive new customer acquisition and expand relationships with existing strategic accounts across regional and international markets.
• Develop and implement strategies to penetrate new markets, industries, and customer segments.
• Lead high-level commercial negotiations, contract discussions, and strategic partnerships to secure long-term business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, OEMs, and strategic business partners.
• Work closely with customers to understand technical and commercial requirements, ensuring delivery of value-added solutions.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and long-term account retention.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing sales organization, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish clear KPIs, sales targets, and performance metrics for the sales team.
• Support talent development, succession planning, and capability building within the commercial team.
• Oversee sales forecasting, budgeting, pipeline management, and reporting processes.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure smooth execution of customer projects and business objectives.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, pricing movements, and customer demands to support strategic decision-making.
• Represent the organization at industry events, exhibitions, and customer meetings to strengthen market visibility and business networks.
• Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to align business strategies and drive operational synergy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Business Administration, Marketing , or a related field; MBA is an added advantage.
• Minimum 12–15 years of sales and business development experience , preferably within the electronics, semiconductor, industrial technology, or manufacturing sectors .
• Proven track record in leading regional sales operations and achieving significant business growth.
• Experience managing large strategic accounts and complex B2B sales cycles.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent strategic planning and business development capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes, supply chain dynamics, and industrial market trends.
• Analytical and data-driven mindset with the ability to convert market insights into business strategies.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and sales performance reporting tools.
• Results-oriented leader with strong entrepreneurial mindset and business drive.
• Highly adaptable, proactive, and capable of operating effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong relationship builder with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels.
• Willingness to travel regionally and internationally as required.