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at Freudenberg

🏢 About Freudenberg

Freudenberg is a global technology group developing tailor-made emission-neutral energy systems for sustainable heavy-duty e-mobility, positioning itself at the forefront of green industrial innovation. Working here means contributing to decarbonizing heavy-duty transport in Thailand and Southeast Asia, with a focus on specialized lubricants that enable this transition. The company combines German engineering excellence with local market adaptation, offering a unique opportunity to drive sustainable industrial change.

About This Role

As Area Manager at Freudenberg's Klüber division in Thailand, you'll be responsible for achieving sales targets in the special lubricants market while managing assigned territories to align with the company's strategic direction. This role directly impacts Freudenberg's mission to strengthen its market leadership in sustainable lubrication solutions for heavy-duty e-mobility, requiring both technical understanding of mechanical systems and commercial acumen to expand market presence.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day typically involves analyzing sales data from your assigned territories, visiting key industrial clients in the heavy-duty transportation or energy sectors to discuss lubrication solutions, and collaborating with technical teams to address specific customer application challenges. You'll spend significant time developing market strategies that align with Freudenberg's emission-neutral focus while monitoring competitor activities and identifying new business opportunities in Thailand's evolving e-mobility landscape.

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🎯 Who Freudenberg Is Looking For

  • A mechanical engineering graduate with 5+ years of sales experience specifically in industrial lubricants or related technical products in the Thai market
  • Someone with proven knowledge of Thailand's lubricant distribution channels, key industrial customers (especially in transportation/energy sectors), and competitor landscape
  • A sales professional who can demonstrate how they've previously managed territory performance against targets while minimizing business risks
  • An English-fluent communicator who can bridge technical product details with commercial value propositions for diverse stakeholders

📝 Tips for Applying to Freudenberg

1

Quantify your sales achievements in the lubricants or related industrial products sector specifically in Thailand - include market share gains, territory growth percentages, or key account wins

2

Highlight any experience with sustainable/emission-reduction products, as this aligns with Freudenberg's focus on emission-neutral energy systems

3

Demonstrate your understanding of the mechanical engineering aspects of lubrication by mentioning specific applications you've worked with (bearings, gears, compressors etc.)

4

Research and reference Klüber's specific product lines for heavy-duty applications to show genuine interest in their technical solutions

5

Prepare examples of how you've contributed to team performance beyond individual targets, as this is explicitly mentioned in the job description

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with the Thai lubricant market - mention key players, distribution challenges, or regulatory knowledge', 'How your mechanical engineering background enables you to understand customer technical requirements for heavy-duty e-mobility applications', 'Examples of developing territories/markets that align with company strategic direction (not just hitting sales targets)', 'Your approach to balancing individual performance with team contribution and risk management']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Klüber's specific product portfolio for heavy-duty applications and their sustainability claims/benefits
  • → Freudenberg's recent initiatives in Thailand/Southeast Asia regarding e-mobility and emission reduction
  • → The competitive landscape for special lubricants in Thailand - identify 2-3 key competitors and their market positioning
  • → Thailand's government policies and industry trends around heavy-duty vehicle electrification and emission standards

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your experience with the Thai lubricant market - who are the key competitors to Klüber and what differentiates them?
2 How would you approach developing the heavy-duty e-mobility segment in Thailand given Freudenberg's emission-neutral focus?
3 Describe a situation where you had to manage sales performance against targets while minimizing risk exposure
4 How does your mechanical engineering background help you sell technical lubricants versus a non-technical salesperson?
5 What strategies have you used to strengthen a brand's market leadership position in a competitive sector?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generic sales experience without specific examples from the lubricants or related industrial products sector
  • Focusing only on individual sales achievements without demonstrating how you contribute to team performance
  • Showing no knowledge of Klüber's product lines or Freudenberg's sustainability focus in your application materials

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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