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Position Summary

We are seeking a highly driven, strategic, and dynamic Distribution Sales Manager to be based in our Singapore office. This pivotal role carries two primary objectives: directing and expanding our channel partner ecosystem across the ASEAN region, and acting as the dedicated Key Account Manager (KAM) for one of our highest-value, strategic customers in ASEAN.

The successful candidate will focus on maximizing channel revenue, managing distributor pipelines, and simultaneously embedding ACS deep within a premier key account to secure long-term design-wins and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

Channel Partner Management (ASEAN)

. Channel Strategy & Growth: Develop and execute a comprehensive distribution sales strategy for the ASEAN territory to meet and exceed revenue and design-win targets.

. Partner Management: Manage, support, and evaluate key supply chain and regional distribution partners ensuring strict alignment with ACS corporate objectives.

. Inventory & Supply Chain: Collaborate closely with channel partners to monitor demand fluctuations, implement effective buffer stock strategies, and mitigate inventory risks.

. Sales Enablement: Conduct regular product training and business reviews with distributor sales and engineering teams to ensure they are fully equipped to promote ACS solutions.

. Pipeline Management: Oversee the channel sales funnel, tracking point-of-sale (POS) data and managing design registration programs to protect partner investments.

Key Account Management (Strategic Customer)

. Account Growth & Penetration: Act as the primary commercial and strategic point of contact for one of ASEAN's premier key accounts, managing the entire relationship to maximize market share.

. Design-In Leadership: Establish deep relationships with the customer's R&D, procurement, and quality engineering teams to drive design-in activities for next-generation platforms.

. Cross-Functional Alignment: Coordinate closely with internal Product Managers, Global Account Directors, and Business Unit general managers to deliver tailored interconnect proposals, custom solutions, and optimized pricing.

. Commercial Execution: Negotiate corporate commercial terms, pricing agreements, master supply agreements, and non-disclosure agreements directly with the key customer.

. Forecast Accuracy: Maintain highly accurate demand forecasting and capacity planning models for this account to guarantee flawless supply continuity.

Qualifications & Requirements

. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field.

. Experience: 7+ years of progressive sales experience in the electronic components, interconnect, or semiconductor industry. Minimum of 3 years specifically focused on regional channel/distribution management alongside proven experience managing multi-million dollar OEM/Tier-1 key accounts.

. Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of the ASEAN electronics manufacturing ecosystem, distribution networks, and regional OEM landscapes.

. Business Acumen: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex POS data, forecast demand, negotiate large-scale commercial contracts, and develop strategic buffer stock frameworks.

. Communication: Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Fluency in English is required additional regional languages are highly advantageous.

. Mobility: Willingness to travel frequently across the ASEAN region to conduct distribution business reviews and lead face-to-face strategic key account meetings.