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Head of Sales - South Korea

Seoul Permanent HK$120,000 - HK$150,000 per year View Job Description
The Head of Sales - South Korea will lead and manage sales strategies to drive growth and profitability within the transportation sector. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a proven ability to meet sales targets and build client relationships.
  • Market Leading Organisation in the Transportation Sector - B2C & B2B
  • Leadership position reporting to the Country General Manager of Korea

About Our Client

Our client, a leading multinational organisation in the transportation sector, is currently recruiting for a seasoned commercial leader to take on the role of Head of Sales in South Korea. This is a high-impact position focused on accelerating growth in a strategically important market within the Asia-Pacific region. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the national sales agenda, driving performance, and fostering strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

 

Job Description

  • Serve as the senior sales leader in South Korea, reporting directly to Country General Manager
  • Define and implement sales plans that support broader regional and global business strategies
  • Lead and inspire the national sales team, setting clear goals and driving accountability
  • Strengthen partnerships with key customers and industry stakeholders
  • Ensure effective sales operations, including pipeline development, forecasting, and performance tracking
  • Optimize commercial outcomes through strategic pricing and contract negotiations
  • Champion talent development within the sales function, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams across marketing, finance, product, aftersales, and supply chain to ensure alignment and execution



 

The Successful Applicant

You are a commercially astute leader with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach. You thrive in complex, fast-paced environments and bring a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Your ability to influence across cultures and functions, combined with a deep understanding of the South Korean market, will be key to your success. A passion for industrial innovation and customer-centric growth will set you apart.

 

  • A bachelor's degree is essential; an MBA or equivalent advanced qualification is highly desirable
  • Significant experience leading sales teams in South Korea, ideally within capital equipment, automotive, or commercial vehicle sectors
  • Proven commercial leadership, including P&L ownership or strategic business responsibility
  • Strong analytical and negotiation capabilities
  • Demonstrated success in building and managing high-performing teams
  • Industry experience in sectors such as heavy vehicles, construction machinery, or industrial equipment is preferred
  • Ability to work effectively across functions and geographies
  • Fluency in Korean and English is required



 

What's on Offer

Highly collaborative work environment. Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.

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Job summary

Function
Sales
Subsector
Sales Subsector
Industry
Consumer & Retail
Location
Seoul
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Steve Parkes
Job reference
JN-072025-6783739
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