Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Branch Operations & Leadership

Manage daily operations of

Penang and Ipoh branches

, ensuring smooth coordination across sales, warehouse, logistics, and administration. Maintain discipline, operational efficiency, and adherence to company policies. Monitor branch KPIs and address operational issues promptly. Make timely and informed decisions to resolve customer, staff, or operational challenges.

2. Sales & Business Development

Develop and execute regional sales strategies aligned with corporate objectives to achieve revenue and profit targets. Lead the sales team with a strong focus on

gross margin, profitability, and timely collections

. Build and maintain relationships with key clients, including major distributors, contractors, and real estate developers. Drive market expansion and identify new business opportunities, including product diversification. Oversee pricing strategy and contract management to ensure competitiveness and profitability. Lead or supervise major project tenders and contract reviews.

3. Cost, Inventory & Supply Chain Management

Monitor inventory levels, stock turnover, and logistics efficiency to reduce costs.

Coordinate with headquarters for supply planning, demand forecasting, and stock replenishment. Control operational and production costs (where applicable) including materials, labor, and overhead. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability through cost optimization.

4. Financial & Risk Management

Own branch P&L, analyzing revenues, gross margin, costs, and expenses.

Develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring expenses remain within approved limits. Oversee accounts receivable, control credit risks, and ensure healthy cash flow. Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and corporate policies; prepare for audits.

5. Team Building & People Management

Build, lead, and motivate cross-functional teams (sales, operations, technical, admin). Set clear KPIs, conduct regular performance reviews, coaching, and development. Identify and develop key talent, establishing succession plans and training programs. Foster a culture of safety, customer focus, and quality excellence.

6. Safety, Health & Environmental Management

Act as the primary safety officer for the branches, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ensure environmental standards are met and risks mitigated. Promote employee occupational health and provide necessary protections and training.

7. Reporting & Communication

Provide regular reports on branch performance, sales results, gross margin, costs, and market insights. Deliver actionable market intelligence on competitors, customer needs, and regional trends. Maintain effective communication with headquarters, clients, and regulatory authorities.

Monday to Friday: 8.00am to 5.00pm

Saturday (Alternate): 8.00am to 12.00pm

Gross Pay: RM8,000 to RM12,000

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM8,000.00 - RM12,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Maternity leave Opportunities for promotion Parental leave
Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have in the gypsum, construction materials, or building products industry? What is the largest team size you have managed? Our company values integrity, professional, challenger, gratitude, and altruistic.
Which of these values do you personally relate to the most, and how have you demonstrated it in your previous work?

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person