International Sales Director – (Chinese Speaker)

We are seeking an experienced International Sales Director to lead and expand memory chip sales across the UK and European markets. This role is ideal for a commercially driven semiconductor professional with strong industry networks and proven experience in memory chip sales.

Key Responsibilities

Overseas Market Strategy

• Develop and execute sales strategies for memory chips and semiconductor products across the UK and EU.

• Design channel expansion plans, pricing strategies, and competitive positioning initiatives.

• Analyze the European semiconductor ecosystem and identify high-growth opportunities (e.g., data centers, enterprise storage, smart electronics).

• Drive product adaptation strategies based on regional market demand.

Memory Chip Business Development

• Lead customer acquisition and expansion across Europe.

• Develop relationships with key OEMs, distributors, traders, and agents.

• Build and strengthen localized sales networks.

• Support and promote customized chip solutions with European clients.

Key Account & Channel Management

• Directly manage strategic accounts and ensure long-term partnerships.

• Implement structured customer segmentation and retention strategies.

• Optimize distributor management systems and monitor inventory levels.

• Maintain pricing discipline and resolve channel conflicts.

• Ensure efficient payment collection and project execution.

Compliance & Local Operations

• Ensure alignment with European semiconductor export controls and data regulations.

• Collaborate with legal teams on contract and compliance matters.

• Plan and manage participation in key European trade exhibitions and industry events.

Team Leadership & Cross-Regional Collaboration

• Build and manage a London-based sales team (0–1 team setup experience preferred).

• Coordinate with supply chain teams to improve delivery efficiency.

• Enhance customer response time and service performance.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelors degree or above (Microelectronics or related field preferred).

• High-level fluency in Chinese and English.

• Minimum 5+ years of semiconductor sales experience.

• At least 3+ years of direct experience in memory chips (DRAM, SSD, embedded memory, storage solutions).

• Experience with leading semiconductor manufacturers is highly preferred.

• 3+ years of European market experience, with strong understanding of UK business practices.

• Experience working with OEMs, distributors, traders, and original manufacturers.

• Proven ability to build and manage sales teams.

• UK work visa or permanent residency preferred.

• Existing UK and/or EU customer resources is a strong advantage.

Ideal Profile

• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen.

• Well-connected within the European semiconductor ecosystem.

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, international environment.

• Experienced in building market presence from early-stage expansion.

• Strong negotiation and cross-cultural communication skills.

If you are a semiconductor sales leader ready to scale memory chip business operations across Europe, we would be excited to connect.