Sales Manager

Job Purpose:
The Sales Manager / Business Development Manager is responsible for driving strategic business growth by developing high-value customer relationships and securing new opportunities in precision optics and optical sub-assemblies.

This role focuses on top-tier account development, engaging with senior stakeholders (Director, VP, C-level) within leading global companies in photonics and imaging systems sectors.

The candidate will play a key role in positioning the company as a trusted partner for ODM and high-value optical sub-assemblies and systems.

Job Duties:
1. Strategic Business Development

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in target industries including photonics, semiconductor equipment, medical devices, industrial imaging.

• Drive long-term account penetration strategies for key customers.

• Focus on high-value product and complex programs (optical modules, sub-assemblies, systems).

2. Executive-Level Relationship Building

• Build and maintain relationships with: Directors, Vice Presidents, C-level stakeholders

• Develop multi-level connections within key accounts.

• Leverage network to gain access to early-stage projects and product roadmaps.

3. Key Account Management (Strategic Level)

• Own and grow strategic key accounts.

• Develop account plans aligned with customer roadmaps and internal strategics.

• Position the company’s capabilities in optical sub-assemblies, system-level integration.

• ODM development.

4. Opportunity Creation & Conversion

• Identify early-stage opportunities before RFQ phase.

• Drive solution-based selling, not just price-based quoting.

• Work with internal teams to shape value propositions.

5. Market Intelligence & Positioning

• Monitor industry trends: supply chain shifts (China+1, regionalization) & geopolitical impacts on sourcing decisions.

• Identify opportunities arising from: supplier diversification, technology localization.

• Provide strategic insights to BU Manager.

6. Internal Alignment & Leadership

• Work closely with: BU Manager, Sales Engineer, NPI Project Engineer.

• Guide internal teams on customer expectations, strategic priorities.

• Support negotiation of complex commercial agreements.

Requirements
EXPERIENCE:

• 8-10 years’ experience in technical sales, business development, key account management.

• Proven track record in winning new business, developing strategic accounts.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering or related fields.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent written and spoken English, with strong presentation skills for engaging senior stakeholders

• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across China and regional markets; proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage for business communication

• Willingness to travel regionally as required for customer engagement and business development

INDUSTRY BACKGROUND

Strong preference for experience in:

• Photonics/optics

• Semiconductor equipment

• Precision engineering

• Medical devices

• Advanced manufacturing

NETWORK & RELATIONSHIP BUILDING

• Existing network within relevant industries is highly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to access senior decision-makers and build long-term trust-based relationships.

• Experience dealing with large multinational companies (1000-10,000+ employees)

TECHNICAL & COMMERCIAL UNDERSTANDING

• Good understanding of optical; products and systems, precision manufacturing, product development cycles.

• Strong commercial acumen: pricing strategics, contract negotiation, margin management.

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR THE JOB (Core & Behavioural)

• Strategic thinking – Ability to focus on long-term business positioning and understand customer business drivers

• Influencing and stakeholder management – Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across complex organizations

• Communication and presentation skills – Strong ability to articulate technical and commercial value propositions at executive level

• Relationship building – Strong networking capability and ability to build trust with key decision-makers

• Ownership and drive – Highly self-driven, results-oriented, and comfortable working in a lean, entrepreneurial environment

• Business acumen – Strong understanding of market dynamics, customer strategies, and commercial decision-making

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• New strategic accounts acquired

• Revenue from new business

• Number of high-level customer engagements (Director/VP/C-level)

• Conversion of early-stage opportunities to NPI projects

• Growth in ODM and higher-value programs