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Chem-Trend, a company of the Freudenberg Group, is a global leader in the development, manufacture and marketing of specialized release agents, purging compounds and related processing aids, with manufacturing and R & D operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia that are supported by its headquarters in Michigan, USA. Chem-Trend has a singular focus of providing innovative solutions for the die casting, polyurethane, rubber, composites, tire, thermoplastic and wood composite industries.
Some of your Benefits
Welcome to career changers: We look forward to your application, even if you do not have specific prior experience. All you need is the willingness to grow and develop
Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
Corporate Events: We celebrate success as a team, because only together can we achieve our goals.
Safe Environment: We strive to ensure safety remains a top priority, and provide a stable environment for our employees.
Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
Bangkok
On-Site
Chem-Trend Trading (Thailand) Co. Ltd.
You support our team as Industry Development Manager Polyurethane ASEAN
Industry Development Manager Polyurethane ASEAN
Responsibilities
- Drive market growth and business development by capturing key opportunities, integrating ESG(Environmental, Social, and Governance) , and building strategic partnerships in ASEAN.
- Lead product strategy and lifecycle management to deliver innovation, market fit, and continuous improvement.
- Coach and lead high-performing sales teams across ASEAN, fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-driven culture.
- Manage customer and distributor relationships to strengthen partnerships, drive retention, and support sustainable sales growth.
- Grow revenue and optimize gross margins through strategic pricing, cost control, and data-driven sales process improvements.
- Represent the company and engage industry stakeholders to drive innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies, maintaining high standards in safety, health, and operational excellence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in industry development, business development, product line management, or sales leadership within ASEAN.
- Strong capability in leveraging data-driven insights and advanced technologies for strategic decision-making and sales optimization.
- Proven experience in leading, coaching, and mentoring high-performing sales teams
- Experience managing direct customer relationships and distributor networks
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a track record of influencing senior stakeholders. Multilingual proficiency (e.g., English, Chinese or another major Asia Pacific language) is highly desirable.
- Overseas travelling required
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
