Assistant Manager - Retail Sales.
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About the organisation.
Our client is a leading global player in the chemical industry, renowned for its high-quality decorative paints and performance coatings. With a strong international presence and a commitment to innovation, they provide sustainable solutions that protect and beautify surfaces across residential and commercial sectors. The company fosters a culture of excellence, professional growth, and collaborative success.
About the role.
The Assistant Manager for Retail Sales will be responsible for driving business growth and expanding the market footprint in Ahmedabad. This role focuses on building strong relationships with retail partners, managing project acquisitions, and executing effective sales strategies to meet organizational targets. You will act as a key point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring high service standards and market penetration.
What you will do.
- Drive retail sales performance and achieve monthly and annual revenue targets in the assigned territory.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities through proactive market mapping and lead generation.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with retail dealers, distributors, and key influencers.
- Manage the end-to-end project acquisition process, from initial identification to successful closure.
- Conduct regular market visits to monitor competitor activities and gather actionable market intelligence.
- Negotiate commercial terms and agreements to ensure mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Provide regular sales reports and performance updates to senior management.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely product availability and service delivery.
What you bring.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
- Proven experience in retail sales or business development, preferably within the chemical, paints, or construction materials industry.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to engage effectively with diverse partners.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite for reporting and data analysis.
- Ability to perform detailed market mapping and territory management.
- Self-motivated professional with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Must be based in or willing to work from Ahmedabad.
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