Manager- Automotive & Industry

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. 

Sika has offices in over 103 countries with over 400 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,000 employees worldwide. With annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading and managing the sales in A&I Philippines.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve revenue growth targets in the automotive and industrial sectors.
• Lead and manage the sales, ensuring high levels of productivity, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the automotive and industrial markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and vendors in the automotive and industrial sectors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product development, and operations, to drive business growth and improve customer experiences.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs to identify areas for improvement and potential new products or services.
• Develop and implement training programs to ensure that the sales teams have the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the automotive and industrial markets.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies related to sales and TS activities in the automotive and industrial sectors.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Talent development, identify and recruit talents, motivate team, implemented company culture, regulations and process within the team.
• Other tasks as assigned

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in sales, preferably in the automotive or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing sales teams to achieve revenue growth targets.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with the automotive and industrial markets, including industry trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Knowledge of sales best practices, processes, and methodologies.
• Ability to travel as needed to meet with customers, partners, and vendors in the automotive and industrial sectors.