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They are able to offer a high level of expertise in Inspection, Certification and Testing using some of the most sophisticated laboratory equipment available in Vietnam.\nClient satisfaction is the ultimate benchmark of the SGS Group's performance. This we achieve through the development of close relationships with clients, allowing us to anticipate and respond to rapidly changing needs in today’s ever-changing global marketplace.\n Role's Objectives:\nDevelop and execute strategic sales plans to promote and grow SGS's Food Contact Materials, Packaging Materials, and Sustainability Services-in the assigned territory, ensuring achievement of assigned sales targets. \nLead onsite technical sales activities by engaging directly with food manufacturers, packaging producers, and retailers to communicate standards, testing requirements, regulatory compliance, and sustainability pathways. \n Provide onsite technical guidance, preliminary assessments, and customized testing and certification solutions to strengthen SGS's role as a trusted technical partner and drive revenue growth. \nAct as a vital liaison between clients and SGS technical teams by capturing onsite requirements, identifying risks, and translating them into accurate and actionable testing and sustainability proposals. \n Manage all sales-related tasks-including sales activities, marketing initiatives, client relationship building, and service quality oversight-to support business expansion and deliver best-in-class customer experiences. \nSpecific Responsibilities:\nVisits to food contact materials (FCM) manufacturers, packaging producers, and retail clients to assess production processes, technical capabilities, compliance risks, and sustainability requirements.\n\nPerform initial technical assessments, identify potential non-conformities, and recommend suitable testing solutions.\n\nServe as the primary technical point of contact during onsite meetings, audits, and factory walkthroughs.\n\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business to improve sales revenue.\n\nCreate plans to visit clients or to contact them by phones/ emails and implement these plans. Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to clients, highlighting the benefits and value of testing services.\n\nTo prepare/ suggest selling prices, discount levels to key clients for Sales Manager's approval.\n\nDevelop marketing strategy/marketing activities/ plans to penetrate to different segments of the market.\n\nCollect market information. Prepare and submit detailed sales reports, forecasts, and market analysis (both about industries and competitors) in order to suggest proper selling schemes to Sales Manager.\n\nCollaborate with internal teams, such as technical experts and project managers, to provide clients with accurate and timely information regarding their projects.\n\nCoordinate with Customer Service Team and related Section Manager to handle clients' complaints/ claims or collect outstanding debts.\n\nAttend industry trade shows, conferences, and networking events to promote our services and expand the client base.\n\nCollaborate with the marketing team to develop marketing collateral, promotional materials, and campaigns to support sales efforts.\n\nMentor and provide guidance to junior sales team members, sharing best practices and techniques for successful sales.\n\nOther duties upon requested\n\n'Bachelor's degree in Business, Packaging Technology, Materials Technique, Quality Management, or a related fields.\nMinimum 1 years of experience in sales of testing services, QA/QC solutions, or technical products-preferably within food packaging materials, materials, or consumer goods industries.\nStrong technical background combined with excellent sales, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.\nCustomer-oriented mindset with strong relationship-building abilities.\nGood command of English (spoken and written).\nProficient in Microsoft Office applications.\n Communications\nNegotiation skill\nTeamwork\nWilling to study new knowledge\nProblem solving skill\nCompany Description\nSGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company - 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