An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Regional Sales Manager - APAC to join a globally recognised leader in the laundry sector, focusing on the dynamic and rapidly expanding APAC region. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building meaningful client relationships, exploring new business avenues, and contributing to the growth of a well-established organisation. You will be at the forefront of driving commercial success, working closely with a supportive worldwide sales team and reporting directly to the Group Sales Director. The company offers an inclusive environment where your expertise in sales strategy, market development, and customer care will be highly valued. With flexible working opportunities and a commitment to professional development, this position provides the platform for you to make a significant impact while enjoying a collaborative and nurturing workplace culture.
What you'll do:
As Regional Sales Manager Asia Pacific Laundry, you will play an instrumental role in driving business growth across one of the most vibrant regions in the world. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with senior leadership to shape strategic plans that align with local market needs while also seeking out new opportunities for expansion. You will be responsible for managing every aspect of the sales process—from initial prospecting through negotiation to final installation—ensuring each client receives exceptional service. By fostering close connections with distributors and end-users alike, you will help build a dependable network that supports long-term success. Your involvement in industry events will keep you at the cutting edge of market developments while your coordination with internal teams ensures smooth project delivery. Success in this role means consistently exceeding targets through thoughtful planning, empathetic communication, and a genuine passion for helping clients achieve their goals.
- Explore new business opportunities by proactively identifying potential clients and markets within the Asia Pacific region, ensuring continuous expansion of the company’s presence.
- Collaborate with the Group Sales Director to co-create and implement effective group sales strategies tailored to regional market dynamics.
- Plan and define ambitious yet achievable sales targets while accurately forecasting results for the company’s diverse portfolio of industrial laundry solutions.
- Take full P&L responsibility for regional sales performance, including volume, margins, direct costs, and overall profitability.
- Develop and maintain robust distribution channels by nurturing strong relationships with partners and stakeholders across multiple countries.
- Participate actively in marketing initiatives such as advertising campaigns, trade fairs, exhibitions, and sector associations to enhance brand visibility.
- Supervise installation processes at client premises to ensure seamless handover and high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Coordinate closely with the Aftersales team to guarantee ongoing care, support, and service excellence for all customers.
- Prepare comprehensive sales progress reports that provide valuable insights into market trends, challenges, and achievements.
- Maintain direction in developing commercial relationships with key customers by offering guidance and support that fosters loyalty.
What you bring:
To excel as Regional Sales Manager Asia Pacific Laundry, your background should reflect hands-on experience within industrial laundry or similar sectors where relationship-building is paramount. Your educational foundation gives you confidence when discussing technical solutions with clients or partners. You bring not only practical know-how but also emotional intelligence—understanding what motivates people so you can connect authentically. Your communication style is considerate yet persuasive; you listen carefully before offering advice or negotiating terms. You are comfortable navigating multicultural environments thanks to your language skills and sensitivity towards different perspectives. Above all else, your dependability makes you someone colleagues trust implicitly—whether coordinating installations or supporting aftersales care—and your willingness to share knowledge ensures everyone benefits from your expertise.
- A higher education background—preferably technical or technical-commercial—that equips you with solid industry knowledge relevant to industrial laundry machinery or equipment.
- At least three years’ experience in a similar position within the laundry sector or related fields, demonstrating your ability to navigate complex B2B environments.
- Excellent command of English that enables you to communicate effectively across diverse cultures within the Asia Pacific region.
- A proven track record of building dependable relationships with clients based on trustworthiness and mutual respect.
- Well-developed negotiation skills combined with clear communication abilities that allow you to resolve issues amicably while achieving positive outcomes for all parties involved.
- Insightful understanding of market processes that helps you anticipate trends and adapt strategies accordingly.
- A collaborative approach that values teamwork over individual achievement—your success is measured by how well you support others as much as yourself.
- Willingness to travel frequently throughout Asia Pacific to meet clients face-to-face and participate in key industry events.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out as a trusted name in industrial laundry solutions due to its unwavering commitment to quality service delivery across global markets. Employees benefit from being part of an international team where collaboration is encouraged at every level—ideas are shared openly so everyone feels included in decision-making processes. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so staff can continually develop their skills while staying ahead of industry trends. Flexible working arrangements mean you can balance professional ambitions with personal commitments without compromise. Most importantly, leadership here is genuinely supportive: managers prioritise employee wellbeing alongside business objectives because they understand that happy teams deliver better results. If you value inclusivity, knowledge-sharing networks, generous support systems, and opportunities for career progression within a stable yet forward-thinking environment—this is where you belong.
What's next:
If you are ready to take your career further by joining an organisation that values collaboration, empathy, and professional growth—this could be your next great move!
Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.
