Sales Executive

JOB DESCRIPTION

SALES EXECUTIVE – COSMETIC INGREDIENTS (Based in Hanoi)

Reporting To

Sales Manager / Business Unit Manager

Job Summary

The Sales Executive will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with cosmetic manufacturers and brand owners in Vietnam. This role focuses on identifying business opportunities, managing customer projects, promoting ingredient solutions, and working closely with the Technical Team to deliver value-added support to customers. The position is suitable for fresh graduates with strong learning potential or junior candidates with 1–2 years of B2B sales experience.

Responsibilities

Business Development

• Identify and approach potential customers in the cosmetics and personal care industry.

• Develop and maintain a healthy sales pipeline of prospects and active projects.

• Generate new business opportunities through customer visits, networking, referrals, and market research.

• Support the achievement of individual sales targets and company growth objectives.

Customer Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers.

• Understand customer needs, challenges, and product development plans.

• Conduct regular customer visits and follow-up activities.

• Ensure high customer satisfaction and timely response to customer requests.

Project Management

• Manage customer projects from inquiry to commercialization.

• Coordinate sample requests, quotations, and project updates.

• Follow up formulation trials, customer feedback, and project progress.

• Maintain accurate project information in the CRM or internal tracking system.

Technical & Commercial Coordination

• Work closely with the Technical Team to recommend suitable ingredient solutions.

• Arrange technical meetings, presentations, and seminars with customers.

Market Intelligence

• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging ingredient technologies.

• Collect customer insights and share market information with the team.

• Identify potential opportunities for new products and suppliers.

Administration & Reporting

• Prepare visit reports, sales forecasts, and pipeline updates.

• Maintain accurate customer records and project documentation.

• Perform other duties assigned by the Sales Manager.

Yêu cầu công việc

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Cosmetic Science, Business, or related fields.

• Fresh graduates are welcome.

• 1–2 years of sales experience in B2B industries is an advantage.

• Experience in cosmetics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or ingredients industries is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• Self-motivated and result-oriented mindset.

• Good learning agility and willingness to develop technical knowledge.

• Good presentation and negotiation skills.

• Ability to manage multiple customer projects simultaneously.

• Basic English communication skills.

Quyền lợi

• Thưởng: Attractive salary and bonus
• Chăm sóc sức khoẻ: Insurance according to Labor Law
• Nghỉ phép có lương: Dynamic and friendly working environment
• Đào tạo: Comprehensive training in cosmetic ingredients, formulation concepts, and B2B sales. Mentorship from experienced Sales Managers and Technical Specialists. Clear career path toward Senior Sales Executive, Key Account Manager, and Sales Manager roles.
• Khác: Dynamic and supportive working environment.