Technical Sales Specialist - APAC

Location: melbourne
Job Type: permanent
Salary: Competitive package on offer
Contact: Oscar Wyer
Company Overview:
Our client is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance inorganic pigments, supplying innovative solutions to industries such as coatings, plastics, and specialty products. They are committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability, and their Melbourne office manages operations for both domestic and international customers. The team maintains a collaborative, family-feel culture, offering an environment where technical expertise, attention to detail, and customer service are highly valued. This is an opportunity to join a market-leading company with global reach and play a key role in supporting its ongoing growth.
 
 
Role Overview:
We are seeking an International Technical Sales Support professional to join a high performing team based in Melbourne. This role is perfect for someone with a technical background who is looking to transition into sales, combining customer service, and inside sales responsibilities. You will work closely with the APAC Sales Manager, and account management team, supporting approximately 100 domestic and international customers.
 
 
Key Responsibilities:
As International Technical Sales Support, you will manage a portfolio of approximately 100 international and domestic customers, ensuring smooth operations and excellent service:
 
  • Supply Technical Data Sheets and prepare custom quotations for customers
  • Provide pricing updates to existing customers in a timely manner
  • Maintain and update forecasts to ensure smooth supply and delivery
  • Act as a key point of contact, liaising regularly with technical experts and marketing colleagues to support customer needs
  • Support customer orders and processes using SAP, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
  • Learn and manage logistics requirements for domestic and international shipments
  • Assist in identifying and developing relationships with new customers
 
 
Skills & Attributes:
  • Technical background/Bachelor's degree (e.g., chemistry, pigments, plastics, coatings) with problem-solving skills
  • Strong customer service/sales focus with a team-oriented approach
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks
  • Self-motivated and able to manage a variety of tasks and priorities
  • Experienced with SAP or ERP systems and Microsoft Excel, quick to learn new tools
  • Comfortable with regular customer contact across the Asia Pacific region
 
 
Benefits & Perks:
  • Career defining growth opportunity - transition from a technical role into a sales and customer-focused position
  • Thorough induction program and ongoing technical training
  • Exposure to international customers and colleagues
  • Family-feel, collaborative culture within a global, high-performing business
  • Opportunity to work with market-leading products and gain commercial experience
 
 
How to Apply:
Click APPLY NOW or contact Oscar Wyer at oscarw@sde.com.au for a confidential discussion

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