Assistant Manager – Sales Engineering Plastic (Guangzhou)

About the role

The Assistant Manager, Sales – Engineering Plastic will be responsible for driving profitable growth of BASF’s engineering‑plastic portfolio in Guangzhou. You will develop sales plans, manage key accounts and act as the main link between customers and internal functions.

Key responsibilities

• Own the full sales cycle for assigned customers, from prospecting to order fulfilment.
• Develop and execute sales and marketing plans in line with corporate direction.
• Identify and profile key accounts, creating tailored business strategies.
• Scout new business opportunities and propose product developments to the Sales Manager.
• Conduct field visits, seminars and presentations; respond promptly to technical and quality inquiries.
• Monitor credit exposure, coordinate with credit control and ensure timely payment collection.
• Implement pricing policies, support product launches and monitor marketing campaigns.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activities and customer needs to provide market intelligence.

Required profile

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the chemical or plastics industry.
• Strong ability to develop and manage key accounts and business plans.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Results‑oriented mindset with a focus on achieving revenue targets.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaborate across functions.

Required skills