Deputy General Director (Trading Chemicals)

Stavian Group aims to become a large-scale, multinational industrial – technology group with more than 100 markets, 20,000 international partners and 30 offices, employing nearly 3,000 staff globally, with nearly 3 billion USD in revenue in 2024.

With the strategy of “Human Resources - Happy Relationship,” Stavian Group's employer brand has been honored as "Best Places to Work in Asia 2022" voted by HR Asia Magazine, "Best Places to Work in 2024" by Anphabe, and "Employer of Choice 2024" awarded by CareerViet.

We are looking for a talent who is suitable for the position of Deputy General Director - Chemicals to join Stavian to GOGLOBAL with the following criteria and work:

This position is responsible for spearheading Stavian's entire chemical business operations, driving strategic initiatives to maximize revenue and profitability from the trading and distribution of various chemicals. Including commodity chemicals (basic chemicals, solvents) and specialty chemicals.

• Strategic business development planning for the chemical sector by year/quarter/month

• Lead and implement advanced trading strategies, with a strong focus on maximizing returns and meticulously managing risk within the chemical portfolio.

• Act as a primary representative of the Company, effectively liaising with clients, suppliers, vendors, and other business partners globally.

• Continuously monitor global chemical market trends, analyze data, and make strategic trading decisions to capitalize on opportunities and mitigate risks.

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the chemical sector, including identifying and onboarding new suppliers, developing and expanding customer bases, and building highly effective teams.

• Manage, control, and approve all commercial contracts related to chemical trading and distribution.

• Build, guide, and mentor a professional chemical sales team to consistently achieve and exceed targeted business results.

• Regularly report to the GD & BOD on business performance.

• Ensure that the Profit & Loss (P&L) results for the chemical division are in strong alignment with agreed-upon targets set by the leadership team.

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in related Chemical/Business/Management.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in chemical trading/commerce, with at least 5 years in a senior management role (e.g., Sales Director, Deputy General Director of Business, etc.) at large trading companies or corporations.

• Deep understanding of the global chemical market, especially pricing mechanisms, supply and demand dynamics, and factors influencing the prices of both commodity chemicals (basic chemicals, solvents) and specialty chemicals.

• Extensive network of relationships with suppliers, customers, logistics partners, and other relevant stakeholders within the international chemical industry.

• Strategic planning exposure a must

• Risk Management experienced is preferable

• Proven people management skills, excellence planning and implementation works in a good manner

• Excellence entrepreneurial, leadership, communication and negotiation skills;

• Fluency in English required