FUNCTION: General Trade & Alternate Trade
REPORTING TO: Sales Manager
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Financial Outcomes
- Primary Sales - Develop the channel partner network and implement the distribution objectives to drive reach & penetration across the territory
- Secondary sales (Retail Distribution) - Increase number of retail outlets, maintain high service level, drive visibility of all categories of products and ensure commercial hygiene (usage of technology while placing retail orders) in the territory
- Develop and implement strategic sales plan targeting Key Corporates (KCs) and other Big Institutions within the designated area; Identify opportunities within tenders, RFPs, and other procurement channels.
Customer Service
- Provide ground-level inputs for promotions, local activations & demand forecasting exercise
- Ensuring timely submission of stockiest claim along with supporting documents adhering to the company’s guidelines
- Develop and execute E – Commerce Startegies, oversee platform operations, and analyse performance metrics for operation.
- Manage the E – Commerce product catalogue, ensure effective category management, plan / execute digital marketing campaigns, and analyse E – Commerce metrics for improvement.
Internal Processes
- Regular analysis of primary & secondary sales data to identify gaps in the business & providing insights to Sales Manager
- Timely communication with CFAs / Distributors to maintain timely supplies. Real-time follow-ups with CFAs / Distributors for stock conversion & delivery
- Co-ordination with Finance team for pricing issues, accounts settlement, claims management
Innovation and Learning
- Capability building of the indirect sales force by communicating and reviewing their delivery against expectations, and enhancing their sales skills by conducting market work with them & regular training.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to travel.
- Must have a two-wheeler with valid driving licence.
- Languages: Tamil, English and Hindi – mandatory.
- Education: Minimum Undergraduate (UG) degree; MBA preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 6+ years in Starch sales, FMCG, and Distribution management.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹350,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Salem, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
Experience:
- Starch Sales, FMCG and Distribution Management: 6 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Tamil, English and Hindi (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person