Deputy Manager / Manager – Sales (Textile).
This mandate is run by SYMPHONI HR, a Mumbai-based executive search firm, est. 2003. Applications are email-verified and reach the search team running the role — confidentially, always.
About the organisation.
Our client is a leading global trading and investment group with a long-standing presence in international trade and cross-border business. They operate at significant scale across import and export markets and are known for disciplined, relationship-driven business practices. The team values long-term partnerships, professionalism and steady, sustainable growth.
About the role.
This role focuses on driving B2B sales of imported industrial textile and nonwoven materials in the Indian market. The successful candidate will identify and develop new customers, manage existing relationships, and coordinate closely with overseas suppliers and internal stakeholders. The position requires a balance of commercial acumen, negotiation skill and a strong understanding of cross-border trade.
What you will do.
- Develop and execute sales plans to grow the B2B business for industrial textiles and nonwoven materials
- Identify, qualify and onboard new customers across target industries
- Manage and grow relationships with existing customers to drive repeat business
- Prepare quotations and lead price negotiations with customers
- Coordinate with overseas suppliers and internal teams on orders, timelines and deliverables
- Manage sample, trial and testing processes with customers and internal stakeholders
- Track market trends, competitor activity and pricing to inform sales strategy
- Achieve assigned revenue, margin and customer acquisition targets
- Maintain accurate customer records, pipeline reports and sales documentation
What you bring.
- 5 to 12 years of experience in B2B sales, preferably in textiles, nonwovens or industrial materials
- Proven track record in new customer development and business development
- Strong skills in quotation preparation and price negotiation
- Experience working with imported products and overseas suppliers
- Strong business-level English communication, both written and verbal
- Familiarity with Japanese business practices is a strong advantage
- Experience coordinating samples, trials and testing with customers and internal teams
- Strong relationship management and stakeholder coordination abilities
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Textiles or a related field
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