Sales Executive - (Consumer Products & Retail)

Role summary

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The Sales Executive will develop new business and manage client relationships within Capgemini’s Consumer Products and Retail sector in Malaysia. Requirements typically include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, proven B2B sales experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, and an understanding of consumer, retail, technology, or consulting services. The candidate is expected to identify prospects, build sales pipelines, understand customer challenges, prepare proposals, coordinate with technical and delivery teams, and achieve revenue targets. Experience selling digital transformation, cloud, ERP, data, or IT services would be advantageous. The role also requires commercial awareness, initiative, professionalism, and the ability to work with regional and multinational stakeholders.

About the employer

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation company headquartered in France, operating in more than 50 countries. It provides consulting, technology services, engineering, cloud, data and artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, business process services, and managed solutions. Capgemini works with organizations across industries, including consumer products, retail, financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, and the public sector. Its teams help clients modernize applications, improve customer experiences, adopt digital platforms, and operate more efficiently. In Malaysia, Capgemini supports local and international clients through consulting, delivery, technology implementation, and outsourcing services. The company employs a diverse workforce and often offers opportunities involving regional collaboration, professional training, and exposure to large-scale transformation programs.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers career opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor, and other commercial centers, particularly in technology, consulting, finance, shared services, manufacturing, retail, and digital operations. Kuala Lumpur provides the widest range of corporate roles, international schools, hospitals, restaurants, and public transport, while Penang combines a strong technology sector with a slower island lifestyle. Malaysia is culturally diverse, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous communities, and English is widely used in business. Living costs are generally lower than in Singapore or major Western cities, although central Kuala Lumpur housing can be expensive. Foreign employees normally require an Employment Pass sponsored by their employer; qualifications, salary, and company eligibility affect approval. Relocating workers should arrange a valid job offer, passport, accommodation, insurance, and document authentication before arrival. Malaysia’s tropical climate, beaches, food culture, and convenient regional flights make it attractive for professionals and families.