An area sales manager is responsible for overseeing and driving sales activities in a specific geographic region, managing a team of sales representatives, and working toward targeted revenue goals through strategic planning and leadership.
Core Responsibilities
- Create,Guide, train, and motivate a sales team to achieve region-specific sales targets.
- Develop and implement sales strategies tailored to the assigned territory.
- Review sales data, generate reports, and present insights to senior managers for further action.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers through presentations and follow-ups.
- Conduct market research to stay updated with industry trends and competitor activity.
- Monitor, assess, and optimize the performance of sales representatives within the region.
- Establish and expand the customer base while ensuring consistent product/service quality across locations.
- Recruit, train, and allocate sales staff within the team, including assigning specific areas and responsibilities.
- Analyze customer feedback and adjust sales plans and policies as needed.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field is often preferred.
- Proven experience in sales and management, along with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
- Leadership, analytical, negotiation, and highly effective communication skills.
- Familiarity with CRM software, Microsoft Office Suite, and sales performance metrics.
- Ability to travel within the designated region as required for client meetings and team supervision.
Working Conditions
- Typically office-based, but may involve frequent travel to meet with clients and team members.
- Standard working hours are 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with possible overtime depending on business needs.
Area sales managers play a vital role in growing business opportunities, maximizing revenue, building brand awareness, and ensuring strong team performance within their designated territory
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher, Internship, Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: From ₹30,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
Work Location: In person