Chemical Executive Search | Monroe Consulting Group

Executive Search & Headhunting Recruitment Services for the Chemical Industry

Monroe Consulting Group is a leading provider of executive search services, within the fast-growing economies of Asia. Our chemical team of experts are well placed to support multinational and national industrial companies to identify the best available candidates. Monroe Consulting Group’s Chemical works across many sub-sectors including, agricultural chemicals, basic chemicals, specialty chemicals, consumer products, and pharmaceuticals.

In this fast-paced and competitive market, our unique recruitment approach targets mid-level to senior executives for companies in the Chemical industry. In many cases, our executive search firm acts as an essential recruitment partner for building mid to senior-level management teams, which are critical to the success of the company. Our consultants know their markets meticulously and continue to adapt to the changes in market conditions and trends.

Browse through our current Chemical positions or reach out to our consults to get help in uncovering your next role.

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SR Purchasing Executive

Company & Job Description: Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Philippines is recruiting on behalf of well trusted a global industrial operates across four main business segments, all focused on providing protection and aesthetics for various types of property of decorative paints is currently looking for Senior Purchasing Executive. The location of the job is Sto. Tomas, Batangas. Job Summary: The Senior Purchasing Executive is responsible for managing and executing operational purchasing tasks for materials of raw Material, Purchased Finished Goods, Direct Packaging Material and services, ensuring cost-effective procurement, maintaining high-quality standards, and ensuring compliance with Jotun Group Purchasing policies and local regulations. This role involves end-to-end processing of purchase orders and coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders. Key Job responsibilities include: Operational Procurement: Execute and monitor the entire operational purchasing cycle, including creating, issuing, and expediting Purchase Orders (POs) for materials and services based on existing agreements and category strategies. Ensure timely delivery of materials to support production and operational schedules. Coordinate with the Logistics/Supply Chain team to evaluate and optimize transport, customs, and local regulations for imported materials. Process and monitor POs within the ERP system (e.g., SAP, IFS) based on valid contracts, ensuring accurate and timely follow-up. Handle invoice control and discrepancy resolution in coordination with the Finance/Accounts Payable department. Supplier Relationship & Performance: Regularly evaluate supplier performance by monitoring key metrics like shortages, non-conformances, and delivery reliability. Maintain professional relationships with designated suppliers and coordinate supplier meetings as required. Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all procurement activities adhere to Jotun Group Purchasing policies, principles, guidelines, and local laws and regulations (e.g., customs documentation). Maintain accurate records and documentation for all purchasing transactions, contracts, and supplier information. Assist in setting up and maintaining accurate Vendor Master Records. Reporting & Analysis: Track and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for operational purchasing activities. Prepare reports, cost analyses, and forecasts as requested by the Purchasing Manager or Category Managers. Support the development and implementation of local procurement strategies and policies. Internal Collaboration: Liaise closely with internal stakeholders (e.g., Production, R&D, Finance) to understand material requirements and align procurement activities with organizational goals. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field. Minimum of 3+ years of progressive experience in a purchasing or procurement role, preferably in a manufacturing or chemical industry Proven experience in international importation, including knowledge of customs documentation and bill of lading (B/L) Experience with an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, IFS) for procurement tasks Strong negotiation and communication skills (written and verbal) Solid analytical skills with the ability to conduct cost analysis and prepare reports High level of integrity, meticulousness, and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel Acts on own initiative and accepts responsibility for results Cooperative, supportive, and an effective team player Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively Signature All applications will be treated with the strictest of confidence. If you are a suitable match for this position, please send your application

Batangas
Permanent
Negotiable

Sales Executive

Company & Job Description: Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Philippines is recruiting on behalf of a multinational chemicals company dealing mainly in decorative paints and performance coatings. This company sells and distributes interior and exterior paints to consumers and professionals worldwide, the world's leading provider of marine coatings to shipowners and management companies for newbuilding, drydock and sea stock, and a leading supplier of powder coatings to companies active in industries related to appliances, furniture, building components, pipelines and general industries. This job is on a flexible work set-up with HQ based in Sto. Tomas, Batangas. Job Summary: The position has specialist responsibility for Decorative area/function on behalf of the unit. This entails possessing the expertise within all relevant areas, as well as contributing and advising on specialist matters of expertise, to ensure that Company operates within applicable current regulations. Key Job responsibilities include: Create new customers by analysing the market, plan visits to potential customers, swift response on quotations and inquiries in order to secure growth and increase market share To follow up and monitor Key Dealers/Projects closely by ensuring Jotun's products are used to achieve targeted sales budget Maintain customer relationship by regular visits, responding to enquiries and providing advice on product selection to achieve sales budget. Follow up and monitor customers on proper pricing and payment to reduce Days of sales outstanding and to achieve the targeted gross margin Coordinate with internal departments like: Customer Service, Marketing and Production to ensure high quality of service is provided Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in any Engineering course or equivalent With minimum of 5 3 years working experience in the same capacity Proven track record of at least 5 years in business development within construction or paint industry Willingness to travel nationwide and across country for trainings and meetings Signature All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. If you are a suitable match for this position please send your application.

Batangas
Permanent
Negotiable

GM Sales (Lubricants)

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a leading national distributor in lubricants. As expansion continues, our client is seeking a professional with at least 15-20 years' experience in lubricants products for the job of GM Sales. The job is based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Key job responsibilities include: Report directly to President Director Initiate, develop and manage the core activity and develop the appropriate business strategies Define long term strategic goals, build key customer relationship, identifies business opportunities, negotiates and close business deals and maintains extensive knowledge of current market conditions Handle product in lubricants to cover the market in automotive and OEM Provide leadership to the commercial and business development team, through addressing the commercial, technical and operational aspects of potential customer Overlooking day-to-day business process and in collaboration with the operation team to identify potential client and provide a recommendation for improvements Leadership by managing a cross-functional team to meet business objectives Develop solutions, strategies, and assessment of current industry impact to ensure customer satisfaction and business continuity, in line with the company's strategy Managing pricing cost of service and customer requirement Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in marketing, or a commercial discipline from reputable university Minimum 20 years' experience in lubricants Understanding of B2B sales processes Strong market exposure in automotive and OEM Proven track record of developing and maintaining external relationships at senior levels Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work with teams and networks and influence outcomes at many levels in an organization Excellent project management skills - with ability to identify critical path issues and develop solutions to keep a program on track Strong oral and written communication skills are mandatory Medium to high level computer skills including spreadsheets, data bases Influencing and networking skills Strong strategic purchasing and negotiations skills are required Track-record of business development Solid leadership skills, mentoring and coaching Strong problem-solving ability and effective employee management experience

Jakarta
Permanent
Negotiable

Azure Data Engineer

About the Role We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Data Engineer with a strong background in the Azure Data Platform to join our global team. This role requires hands-on experience in implementing and maintaining complex data solutions using Azure services, with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading end-to-end implementations, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and driving best practices in data engineering. You must be proactive, adaptable, and experienced in working within international and remote teams. A strong commitment to learning, mentoring, and delivering high-quality results is essential. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end implementation of data solutions on the Azure Data Platform, including design, development, deployment, and maintenance. Collaborate with external service providers during solution implementation to ensure high-quality deliverables. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of Azure cloud services, particularly Azure Data Lake, Azure Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Machine Learning. Design and implement scalable data pipelines and integration solutions, including working with data from SAP and Salesforce. Ensure data accuracy, performance, and reliability across all stages of the ETL lifecycle. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Participate in Agile development cycles and contribute to sprint planning and delivery. Apply data management principles, including data lakehouse architecture and best practices aligned with DAMA capabilities. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues quickly and effectively. Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders across various functions and geographic locations. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master's degree or further studies in Data Science/Analytics is a plus. 4-8 years of proven experience as a Data Engineer or similar role with a focus on the Azure Data Platform. Strong proficiency in: Azure Data Lake Azure Databricks Azure Data Factory Microsoft Fabric Azure Machine Learning Azure Cognitive Services Azure Cosmos DB or other NoSQL databases Solid understanding of data warehouse, data lake, and lakehouse architectures. Hands-on experience integrating data from enterprise platforms such as SAP and Salesforce. Relevant Azure certification: DP-203 (Azure Data Engineer Associate) or AZ-305 (Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions). Strong skills in SQL, Python, and cloud-based ETL development. Experience working in Agile development environments. Familiarity with DAMA data management principles is an advantage. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with fluency in English (Spanish is a plus). Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote, geographically dispersed team.

Philippines
Permanent
Negotiable

Product Development Manager (Chemical)

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a leading Indonesian chemical manufacturing. As expansion continues, our client is seeking a professional with at least 10 years' experience in chemical products for the job of Product Development Manager. The job is based in Tangerang, Indonesia. Key job responsibilities include: Report directly to GM Technical Manage a R&D team in chemical products application Handle the product development Provide functional support and technical advice to the operations team on a wide range of chemical products Create Bill Of Material & reviewing product development Manage research and development products start from concept until production Develop project document as customer requirement Conduct research and development for a chemical product Develop a product especially for project, retail and decorative flooring market Coordinate with manufacturing, purchasing and engineering team Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in chemical engineering from reputable university Minimum 10 years' experience in chemical or building material products Strong exposure in research and product development of chemical and flooring products Proven track record of developing and maintaining external relationships at senior levels Knowledge of chemical market Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work with teams and networks and influence outcomes at many levels in an organization Strong oral and written communication skills are mandatory Medium to high level computer skills including spreadsheets, data bases Influencing and networking skills Strong strategic purchasing and negotiations skills are required Track-record of business development Solid leadership skills, mentoring and coaching Strong problem-solving ability and effective employee management experience

Tangerang
Permanent
Negotiable

Branch Manager (Building Material)

Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia, an executive recruitment company, is recruiting on behalf of a leading building material company. As part of their continued growth in Indonesia, our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Branch Manager (based in Makassar) to oversee operations, sales performance, and team leadership in the region. Responsibilities Lead and manage overall branch operations to achieve sales, profitability, and growth targets. Develop and implement sales strategies to expand market share within Surabaya and surrounding areas. Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, contractors, and project owners. Monitor branch performance through effective planning, budgeting, and reporting. Lead, motivate, and develop the branch team to deliver high performance and excellent customer service. Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and operational procedures. Collaborate with senior management to align branch strategy with national business objectives. Qualifications Minimum 10 years of experience in sales, business development, or operations within the building materials, construction, or related industries, with at least 5 years in a managerial role. Strong track record in achieving sales targets and growing business in the industrial or project-based market. Proven leadership skills with experience managing a branch or regional team. Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze market trends and develop actionable strategies. Based in Makassar or willing to relocate.

Makassar
Permanent
Negotiable

Branch Manager (Building Material)

Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia, an executive recruitment company, is recruiting on behalf of a leading building material company. As part of their continued growth in Indonesia, our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Branch Manager (Surabaya) to oversee operations, sales performance, and team leadership in the region. Responsibilities Lead and manage overall branch operations to achieve sales, profitability, and growth targets. Develop and implement sales strategies to expand market share within Surabaya and surrounding areas. Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, contractors, and project owners. Monitor branch performance through effective planning, budgeting, and reporting. Lead, motivate, and develop the branch team to deliver high performance and excellent customer service. Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and operational procedures. Collaborate with senior management to align branch strategy with national business objectives. Qualifications Minimum 10 years of experience in sales, business development, or operations within the building materials, construction, or related industries, with at least 5 years in a managerial role. Strong track record in achieving sales targets and growing business in the industrial or project-based market. Proven leadership skills with experience managing a branch or regional team. Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze market trends and develop actionable strategies. Based in Surabaya or willing to relocate.

Surabaya
Permanent
Negotiable

Head of Sales (Ink and Paint)

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a leading multinational chemical distributor in Ink and Paint. As expansion continues, our client is seeking a professional with at least 15-20 years' experience in Ink and Paint products for the job of Head of Sales. The job is based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Key job responsibilities include: Report directly to Director Initiate, develop and manage the core activity and develop the appropriate business strategies Define long term strategic goals, build key customer relationship, identifies business opportunities, negotiates and close business deals and maintains extensive knowledge of current market conditions Handle market in Ink and Paint Provide leadership to the commercial and business development team, through addressing the commercial, technical and operational aspects of potential customer Overlooking day-to-day business process and in collaboration with the operation team to identify potential client and provide a recommendation for improvements Leadership by managing a cross-functional team to meet business objectives Develop solutions, strategies, and assessment of current industry impact to ensure customer satisfaction and business continuity, in line with the company's strategy Managing pricing cost of service and customer requirement Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in marketing, or a commercial discipline from reputable university Minimum 20 years' experience in Ink and Paint Understanding of B2B sales processes in chemical distributor Proven track record of developing and maintaining external relationships at senior levels Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work with teams and networks and influence outcomes at many levels in an organization Excellent project management skills - with ability to identify critical path issues and develop solutions to keep a program on track Strong oral and written communication skills are mandatory Medium to high level computer skills including spreadsheets, data bases Influencing and networking skills Strong strategic purchasing and negotiations skills are required Track-record of business development Solid leadership skills, mentoring and coaching Strong problem-solving ability and effective employee management experience