Sales Manager - Marine Coatings

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Posted 27d ago

You will oversee a portfolio of Singapore-based marine clients, with a focus on managing existing accounts and driving the acquisition of new business opportunities. You will develop and implement sales strategies aligned with global PPG marine directives to achieve targeted growth goals. You are expected to travel locally often to meet clients. Occasional international travel may be required for business meetings. You will be reporting to the Sales Director, based in Singapore.

 

Main Responsibilities

  • Meet key performance indicators, including revenue growth, profitability, and collection of accounts receivables.
  • Collaborate with global PPG teams to identify and capitalize on cross-border opportunities by leveraging connections across the marine ecosystem, including ship managers, owners, and operators.
  • Provide advice on industry trends, asset preservation strategies, operational cost reduction, and sustainability plans.
  • Maintain and use client data within internal CRM platforms, such as Salesforce and Quotation Manager, to lead account management.
  • Develop pricing strategies to improve balance among sales growth, profit margins, and overall business performance.
  • Partner with Customer Service, Supply Chain, and Technical Services teams to ensure seamless order processing, accurate forecasting, and efficient service delivery.
  • Demonstrate strong organizational skills by managing multiple priorities, including submission of reports, compliance documentation, and customer engagements.
  • Identify opportunities to promote new products, strengthen customer relationships through follow-ups, and cultivate long-term business partnerships.
  • Analyse sales performance data, interpret market trends, and develop relevant strategies.
  • Commitment to upholding PPG’s EHS and compliance policies, demonstrating high integrity and adherence to the PPG Code of Ethics.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marine engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of proven experience in sales, the marine industry, or coatings, with a successful track record managing portfolio valued at USD 4–5 million.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, BI tools, and digital platforms required for hybrid work environments, including remote and on-site collaboration.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in teams and independently to meet critical deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities to address client needs and resolve complex challenges.
  • Exceptional people skills and a proactive attitude toward building client relationships.

 

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are "One PPG" to the world.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We make it happen.

We run it like we own it.

We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

 

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Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:
  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Singapore?
  • What's your expected monthly basic salary?
  • How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
  • How many years of field sales experience do you have?
  • Are you willing to travel for this role when required?
  • Which of the following Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems do you have experience using?

Company profile

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Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics51-100 employees

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are insightful, dedicated and proactive. We have intimate knowledge of the market and our customers. We focus on practical solutions that make a difference.

We are “One PPG” to the world.

We are better and stronger together. We leverage our scale to reach new markets and introduce innovative technologies as we differentiate and disrupt our markets.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We enable and empower our people to make the right decisions. We are inclusive, transparent and respectful. Our feedback is clear and actionable.

We make it happen.

We have a passion for winning. We achieve. We deliver with discipline and integrity. We bring our best energy to our work. We decide and act intelligently and quickly.

We run it like we own it.

We respect one another by being responsible and accountable. We always act in the best interest of our company, customers, shareholders and our communities.

We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

We continuously learn. We develop our people to grow our businesses.

PPG Way: (Click here to learn more about the PPG Way)

We are One PPG: http://one.ppg.com/

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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