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Strategic Key Account Manager

Emerson Career Site Open · verified Sep 28, 2026
On-site Subang Jaya Full-time Manager Account Management

At a glance

Mid-level Account Management role at Emerson Career Site. Subang Jaya · full-time.

Pay not stated

RoleAccount Management
SeniorityManager
LocationSubang Jaya
WorkplaceOn-site
EmploymentFull-time
PostedSep 28, 2026 · 0d ago
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Act as the main contact for PETRONAS opportunities across Malaysia and international markets
  • Create account plans spanning PETRONAS operating segments, including upstream, downstream, gas, chemicals, refining, and new energy
  • Build executive relationships across PETRONAS and subsidiaries while uncovering customer priorities and performance goals
  • Coordinate business units and pursuit teams on major projects, account expansion, and installed-base growth
  • Lead customer workshops, executive meetings, seminars, and selected industry events to develop opportunities

What you bring

  • A bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Background in industrial sales, business development, marketing, strategic accounts, or another customer-facing discipline
  • Ability to turn strategic business plans into measurable commercial results
  • Knowledge of oil and gas, energy, chemical, or process industries, plus consultative selling and account management
  • Strong presentation, communication, stakeholder-management, and relationship-building skills with senior decision-makers

Who this fits

This role suits someone who can connect customer priorities with technical solutions, influence executives, and coordinate multiple Emerson functions and regions. You will travel as needed for customer work and represent Emerson at industry events. The position is onsite in Subang Jaya, Malaysia.

From the employer

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
  • Serve as the central contact for all PETRONAS-related business opportunities across domestic and international markets.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive account strategies covering PETRONAS Upstream, Downstream, Midstream, Production & Exploration (PCSB), Gas Business, PETRONAS Chemicals Group (PCG), Refining, New Energy, and other business segments.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders across PETRONAS and its subsidiaries.
  • Position Emerson strategically to capture greenfield and brownfield project opportunities.
  • Develop a deep understanding of customer business drivers, priorities, and key performance indicators to align Emerson solutions with customer objectives.
  • Collaborate with Emerson business units to achieve sustainable business growth and expand strategic account opportunities.
  • Partner with GP3 pursuit leaders and cross-functional teams to support major project pursuits and business development activities.
  • Protect and expand Emerson's installed base through customer engagement, value creation, and solution development.
  • Organize technical workshops, knowledge-sharing sessions, executive meetings, and customer seminars.
  • Represent Emerson at selected industry forums, conferences, exhibitions, and networking events.
  • Monitor market trends, competitive activities, and emerging customer needs to identify new growth opportunities.
Who You Are: You anticipate future trends and translate insights into actionable strategies that create value for customers and the organization. You build partnerships across functions and collaborate effectively to achieve shared goals. You maintain a strong focus on delivering meaningful customer outcomes while balancing business objectives. You communicate complex ideas clearly, influence stakeholders at multiple levels, and drive initiatives forward with determination and accountability.
For This Role, You Will Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Experience in industrial sales, business development, marketing, strategic account management, or a related customer-facing role.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic business plans that drive measurable results.
  • Strong understanding of account management principles, customer engagement strategies, and consultative selling approaches.
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to build relationships with senior decision-makers and executive leadership teams.
  • Knowledge of the oil and gas, energy, chemical, or process industries.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units, functions, and geographic regions.
  • Willingness to travel as required to support customer engagement activities.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
  • Direct experience managing strategic customer accounts within PETRONAS or similar large energy organizations.
  • Understanding of PETRONAS organizational structure, business drivers, procurement processes, and operational priorities.
  • Experience supporting large capital projects, automation solutions, digital transformation initiatives, or industrial technology portfolios.
  • Proven experience leading complex sales pursuits or managing multi-stakeholder opportunities in the energy sector.
  • Familiarity with greenfield and brownfield project environments.
  • Experience working in international or regional account management roles.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:
  • At Emerson, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and help us better serve our customers. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individuals are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth while providing opportunities to make a meaningful impact on our customers, communities, and the industries we serve. Emerson is committed to equal opportunity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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