Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.

This exciting role within Knauf AQUAPANEL Sales could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 41,500 team members more than 90 countries across 30 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

Knauf AQUAPANEL is the world’s leading premium brand for cement boards in the drylining industry. Since our launch, we have helped change the way people build and the way buildings look, across 60+ countries. By offering a sustainable alternative with the greatest creative possibilities, we help architects, investors, contractors and installers to create future-proof buildings. Thanks to the technological advantages of AQUAPANEL, it facilitates faster, safer and more cost-efficient buildings.

With the expansion of the Sales Department, we are now looking to recruit a Regional Manager in Thailand/Bangkok, who will report to the Business Development Director.

Can you say ‘yes’?

· Can you take responsibility for establishing AQUAPANEL's presence and driving activities in the designated regions and/or countries?

· Do you enjoy working inspiring, mentoring and leading a team to success?

· Can you combine technical knowledge with creativity to deliver great results?

· Do you take pride in building strong relationships with dealer/builder merchants and contractors network within the whole APAC region?

As a Regional Manager, you'll be overseeing overall business development with a focus on project and specification work to achieve annual revenue targets.

What you’ll be doing:

Problem-solving Expertise: Provide a company wide go-to-market plan, consultative solutions to prospects and understand clients’ business needs to develop targeted marketing and sales campaigns

Market Engagement: Maintain and develop client relationships through all phases of the sales cycle while providing account management. Create and implement strategic marketing plans in collaboration with local partners/agencies

Leadership: Grow and manage teams in the APAC regions, including performance monitoring, mentoring and training with strong leadership and presence

Performance: Execute sales forecasting activities and set performance goals to achieve company objectives. Develop and manage marketing/sales budget. Oversee the product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities

Reporting: Prepare and present detailed sales reports, potential sales opportunities, and client base expansion areas

Crossfunctional Collaboration: Coordinate with HQ for technical, commercial, administrative, and marketing support. Track customer information, forecasts and reports, ensuring liaison between sales and other departments

Account Planning: Manage team to utilize systems e.g. Stratos, SalesForce to build account plans, focusing on the right projects in terms of size, timing, and winning opportunities

What we’d love for you to have:

We are interested in you as a person; your attitude, behavior, and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you. If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:

Education: Degree in business administration with a high technical understanding of the building materials industry

Experience: Proven track record in sales and marketing, with knowledge of various marketing and sales techniques, Strategic planning and strong organizational capabilities

Market Expertise: Essential experience in the building and construction industry

Language: Fluent in English, German is advantageous but not essential

Soft Skills: High motivation, leadership, and team management skills, excellent written and interpersonal communication skills

Leadership: Ability to develop, manage, and implement strategies within the company

We will provide: 

· Options for hybrid work

· A diverse, multilateral global work environment, based on strong values

· Cross-functional opportunities and decision-making authority

· Dedicated time for personal development

· Potential for leadership training

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within three working days.

We pledge to ensure equal opportunities, fairness of treatment, dignity, work-life balance and the elimination of all forms of discrimination in the workplace for all staff and job applicants.