Area Sales Manager - General Trade - FMCG - IIM/ISB/FMS/MDI

Area Sales Manager - General Trade| FMCG | Tier I/II | Delhi

Our client is among the fastest growing FMCG businesses in its operating geographies of Asia, the Middle East and Africa, with revenues of over Rs.7700 Crore. Its businesses include personal wash products, skincare products, male grooming products, toiletries, wellness products, household products, electrical wire devices, domestic and commercial Lighting and modular office furniture. It has a strong brand presence with significant market share across segments in India, South East Asia, East Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

Role : Area Sales Manager Delhi

Job Purpose: The position is responsible for the managing and driving sales through dedicated team and distribution channels for all geographies related to the specific branch by focusing on the activities below.

Responsibility:

- Driving sales through distributors and direct dealers

- Growing business through influencers like architects and contractors

- Driving new product launches

- Ensure distribution coverage to all critical towns; take necessary corrective actions to increase coverage through distributors/dealers and addition of retail outlets in existing and gap towns

- Managing & reviewing a set of dedicated team & ensuring implementation of action plans through them to improve performance in respective zones

- Regular inventory & stock planning with supply chain managers

- Design and propose the Local Sales promotions schemes and track their usage

- Taking process improvement initiatives around sales process, distribution and branch operations

- Ensure timely closure of complaint handling

- MIS reporting, tracking of expenses and ensure timely settlement of claims

Skills/Qualifications:

- MBA with minimum 3 years of experience from premium institute

- Knowledge of local language (Telegu and Hindi) is a MUST and the person should be open to travel

Interested candidates may apply