Regional Technical Services Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Job Description


Location: Malaysia : Kuala Lumpur
Country: Malaysia

Do you want to help improve food and health around the world?

At Chr. Hansen, food and health is at the heart of everything we do and our natural ingredients are consumed by more than 1 billion people every day. As a global market leader in bioscience, we have the opportunity to address important global challenges such as food waste, healthy living and sustainable agriculture and we need the brightest and most passionate people on board to succeed. We strive to include diversity, equality and inclusion into our actions at work on a daily basis. Want to join us?

The team for you to join

We are looking for our APAC Technical Sales Manager for Monogastric Portfolio for Animal and Plant Health & Nutrition (AHN) Division to support our branding efforts and value offer into the region through our sales force and business partners. AHN is one of the 3 divisions of Health & Nutrition division of Christian Hansen. APAC Sales Organization is the largest sales growth opportunity in the International AHN sales organization and consists of a team of APAC Head of Sales and Head of Technical Services based out of Singapore (who the role reports to) and Sales Teams based in India, Thailand, Indonesia & China (more recruitments on going in sales & Technical Support), Marketing, Business Support & Lab Technician based in KL and Singapore. AHN APAC team sells 2 main portfolio: Silage Inoculants & \xe2\x80\x9cin Feed\xe2\x80\x9d Probiotics for Swine, Poultry & Ruminants and a bit of Aqua. You will support APAC (out of China) on the full Monogastric portfolio (Swine and Poultry) and will work in tight collaboration with Global Commercial Development Team in HQ in Denmark.

What would your role look like?

1. Provides technical assistance to Chr. Hansen Sales Organization including education, training, and interpretation of research to continually improve knowledge and skill sets.
2. Supports sales team in growing and maintaining business. Understands, supports, and executes the selling process.
3. Positions key Chr. Hansen products to consulting nutritionists, veterinarians, and feed companies to increase recommendations of branded products. Maintains an active list of contacts with poultry nutritionists, veterinarians, academic thought leaders, and other key industry opinion leaders.
4. Collaborates with AHN APAC Marketing and Technical Services team, Global Commercial Development and Innovation on industry trends, challenges, and opportunities to expand and/or enhance our brand portfolio and recognition.
5. Leads development and implementation of protocols and monitors Chr. Hansen research studies at university or contract research facilities.
6. Assists in development and review of technical and sales materials.
7. Creates and presents scientific presentations as needed.
8. Participates in professional trade associations and committees related to the poultry & swine industry.
9. Assists in developing and supporting company positioning.
10. Prepares reports as required including objectives, meeting summaries, and expenses.
11. Operates in a professional manner and supports the vision and values of the company

Who are we looking for?

1. Possess good communication, negotiation, and follow-up skills.
2. Possess a history of success working with swine and/or poultry operations including but not limited to feed companies making swine/poultry feed.
3. Must be able to work in a team environment with technical and sales professionals.
4. Must be able to increase product sales through relationships and influence.
5. Must be able to manage own time and schedule while supporting a team.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
7. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
8. Ability to travel up to 50% of working time. A valid passport is needed as some international travel will be required.
9. These characteristics are normally acquired through an advanced degree in agriculture science (Msc., Engineer, Ph.D. or DVM preferred). A focus in Swine & Poultry nutrition or veterinary medicine is preferred with a minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience. An extensive knowledge of Swine & Poultry nutrition, production, or veterinary medicine is required.

What we offer you?

Animal Health & Nutrition offers a unique entrepreneurial environment, favoring initiative and pro-activity and Team work. AHN is also in a very positive growth curve with a full pipeline that will allow great career perspectives. [Not translated in selected language]

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About Chr. Hansen

Chr. Hansen is a global, differentiated bioscience company that develops natural ingredient solutions for the food, nutritional, pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. At Chr. Hansen we are uniquely positioned to drive positive change through microbial solutions. We have worked for over 145 years to enable sustainable agriculture, better food and healthier living for more people around the world. Our microbial and fermentation technology platforms, including our broad and relevant collection of around 40,000 microbial strains, have game-changing potential. We have come far on our journey, and delivered strong results, and as we continue to unlock the power of good bacteria through new technologies, there is so much more we can do. Our employees are the driving force enabling us to live our mission to pioneer microbial science to improve food, health and productivity. We work passionately, because we know we can make a difference for people, animals and plants. And ultimately for our planet. Innovating for a sustainable future is part of our culture, our history and our strategy and is embedded in our purpose: to grow a better world. Naturally.

Chr. Hansen

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1001401
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Education
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