Key Account Manager (Livestock)

A leading organisation in the animal health sector is seeking a Key Account Manager Livestock to join their team in Kuala Lumpur. This role offers you the chance to build and nurture long-term, dependable partnerships with distributors, driving profitable growth and expanding product reach across the livestock industry.

What you'll do:

As a Key Account Manager Livestock based in Kuala Lumpur, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of distributor partnerships within the animal health industry. Your day-to-day responsibilities will centre around building genuine connections with distributor management and sales teams, identifying new avenues for growth through careful analysis of market trends, and developing joint business plans that align with both organisational goals and distributor needs. You will provide essential training on products and selling techniques while monitoring performance metrics to ensure targets are met consistently. By negotiating agreements that foster mutual benefit and maintaining open lines of communication between all parties involved, you will help create an environment where collaboration thrives. Your ability to interpret market data will inform strategic decisions that enhance forecasting accuracy and optimise resource allocation. Success in this role means being proactive in supporting distributors, sharing knowledge across teams, and contributing positively to a culture built on trust, inclusivity, and shared achievement.

• Develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with distributor management and sales teams by engaging in regular communication and joint planning sessions.
• Identify new market opportunities and customer needs through insightful analysis of distributor feedback and local trends.
• Create comprehensive joint business plans with distributors aimed at growing sales volumes, improving product reach, and maximising profitability.
• Provide ongoing training and support to distributor teams on products, tools, and selling approaches to ensure they are equipped for success.
• Monitor distributor performance closely by tracking inventory levels, execution of agreed plans, and overall achievement of targets.
• Negotiate annual agreements including sales targets, promotional activities, and terms that benefit both parties while maintaining transparency.
• Ensure effective communication channels between internal teams and distributors to facilitate smooth coordination of activities.
• Utilise market data to guide strategic planning decisions, improve forecasting accuracy, and maximise return on investment for all stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed reports on market conditions, distributor performance, and business plan execution for internal review.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges promptly and share best practices across the network.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Key Account Manager Livestock position brings proven experience managing key accounts or distributors within commercial environments where nurturing relationships is paramount. Your background should include successful negotiation of agreements alongside strong interpersonal abilities that allow you to work collaboratively across cultures. Experience in the animal health or livestock sector is especially valued as it equips you with unique insights into client requirements. You will demonstrate high accountability through your commitment to meeting objectives while remaining flexible enough to travel when necessary. Effective communication—both written and verbal—is essential for articulating complex ideas clearly among diverse audiences. Analytical thinking enables you to interpret market data meaningfully so you can identify new opportunities for growth. Your approach should be rooted in empathy; listening attentively ensures clients feel understood while colleagues appreciate your supportive nature. Adaptability is key as markets evolve rapidly; your willingness to embrace change sets you apart. Finally, your enthusiasm for ongoing learning ensures you remain at the forefront of industry developments.

• At least three years’ experience managing distributors or key accounts within a commercial setting where relationship-building was central to success.
• Proven track record in sales negotiation coupled with excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to connect effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience within the animal health or livestock industry is highly desirable as it provides valuable context for understanding client needs.
• High level of accountability demonstrated through consistent achievement of targets and willingness to travel as required for business purposes.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills allowing you to articulate ideas clearly across multicultural environments.
• Ability to analyse market data critically in order to identify opportunities for growth and improvement in partnership strategies.
• Commitment to collaborative problem-solving by working closely with internal teams as well as external partners.
• Capacity for empathetic listening which helps foster trust-based relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
• Adaptability when faced with changing priorities or unexpected challenges within fast-evolving markets.
• Dedication to ongoing learning through participation in training programmes designed to enhance your professional capabilities.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a trusted leader within the animal health sector due to its unwavering commitment to fostering collaborative partnerships built on mutual respect. Employees enjoy access to flexible working arrangements tailored around individual needs—allowing them greater control over their work-life balance—and benefit from generous investment in professional development through structured training programmes. The company’s culture emphasises inclusivity; every team member’s contribution is valued equally regardless of background or experience level. Supportive leadership encourages open dialogue so ideas can be shared freely across departments while knowledge-sharing initiatives ensure everyone remains informed about best practices. With a reputation for dependability among clients nationwide, this organisation offers a stable yet dynamic environment where personal growth goes hand-in-hand with collective achievement. Joining this team means becoming part of a network dedicated not only to commercial success but also positive social impact within communities served by its products.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the livestock industry by joining an organisation renowned for its supportive culture—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C