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Job DescriptionMain Responsibilities
- Achieve revenue targets from new clients and existing SGS clients without global/international contracts
- Manage global Key Account target clients by region and industry in line with the Business Assurance global sales strategy
- Develop sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and establish tailored client plans for each account
- Actively follow up on proposals and conduct client presentations as required
- Engage in sales activities through close collaboration with local sales teams and global Product Owners
- Coordinate and collaborate across multiple SGS business lines to drive global Key Account sales
- Work closely with the assigned Global Key Account Manager and support a smooth handover of clients and contracts for execution
- Manage customer expectations and contribute to achieving a high level of customer satisfaction
- Monitor customer, market, and competitor trends and report key insights to management and business leadership
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Experience:
- Minimum 10 years of sales experience in industry
- At least 5 years of experience in the TIC (Testing, Inspection & Certification) business
- Language: Proficiency in English and Korean
- Location: Candidate must be legally authorized to work in South Korea
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in new business development
- Strong understanding of one or more of the following industries:
FMCG, Automotive, Transportation, Manufacturing, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Semiconductors
Employment Conditions
- Employment Type: 2-year fixed-term contract
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday (5 days per week)
- Location: SGS Korea, Seoul Office
Recruitment Process
Application Review ▸ Online Assessment ▸ First Global Interview ▸ Assignment & Presentation Interview
▸ Compensation Discussion ▸ Final Offer
Application Period & Method
- Application Period: From posting date until position is filled
- How to Apply: Apply via company website
- Required Documents:
- Resumes, Cover letter is required
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Minimum 10 years of sales experience in industry
- At least 5 years of experience in the TIC business
- Proficiency in English and Korean
- Legally authorized to work in South Korea
SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
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