China Sales Manager – Shanghai, China

(Permanent, Excellent Package & Benefits)

About Emerson Oxley

Emerson Oxley is a global recruitment partner specialising in manufacturing, mobility, and advanced engineering. We connect world-class talent with organisations driving innovation across automotive, industrial, and off-highway sectors. Our focus is on impactful placements that accelerate growth and strengthen market presence across global industries.

We are proud to be supporting a leading powertrain manufacturer in their search for a China Sales Manager to join their commercial operations team in Shanghai.

About The Client

Our client is a global leader in engine and powertrain solutions for both on-road and off-road applications. With a strong heritage of innovation and engineering excellence, they supply major OEMs across construction, agriculture, commercial vehicle, and power generation markets.

The business is committed to sustainable mobility, offering advanced power solutions designed to meet evolving emission standards while maintaining outstanding performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and market penetration within the China domestic market.
• Maintain and expand relationships with key on/off-road and power generation customers.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and partnerships with OEMs and dealers.
• Develop sales strategies and guide dealer networks to achieve business targets.
• Prepare sales plans, budgets, forecasts, and pricing policies for assigned applications and OEMs.
• Support brand promotion and awareness through close cooperation with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Aftermarket Services).
• Assist OEMs and dealers in promotional activities such as exhibitions, seminars, and training.
• Gather and analyse market intelligence on competitors, trends, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities.
• Represent the voice of the customer internally, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term relationships.
• Manage product stock within the bonded warehouse and monitor inventory levels by product line.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ sales experience within China’s on/off-road OEM or automotive industry.
• Proven track record in business development and account management.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and customer relationship management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage key decision-makers.
• Familiar with powertrain regulations, market updates, and emission standards.
• Willingness to travel frequently across China.

Additional Requirements

• Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken).

Why Apply

This is an exciting opportunity to join a world-class powertrain manufacturer at the forefront of mobility transformation. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening the company’s footprint across China’s dynamic on/off-road and industrial markets.