Area Sales Manager

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Date: Apr 29, 2024

Location: Pune, IN

Company: AkzoNobel

We supply the sustainable and innovative paints and coatings that our customers, communities – and the environment – are increasingly relying on. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering paints company that’s committed to science-based targets and is taking genuine action to address globally relevant challenges and protect future generations.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com.

1. Purpose of the job

Sales and Business development of VR (Premium Plus Value Brand)

Lead , motivate & manage the Techno commercial team of Area

To lead and manage the sales and business development for VR (Premium Plus Value Brand) Business, achieve Revenue and CM targets, collect payments on time, control inventory, and grow the business in the region.

2. Key responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive sales and business development strategy to achieve revenue and CM targets.

Lead a team of techno commercial Sales officers to deliver the Business Objectives , Development of people , and ensure right people for job and people pipeline for future.

Manage and grow the VR (Premium Plus Value Brand) Business in the region involving B2C & B2B streams.

Ensure timely collection of payments from customers.

Control inventory levels to optimize working capital.

Maintain a strong relationship with customers to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Coordinate with the Supply Chain and commercial team to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.

3. Level of autonomy

The job holder may make independent decisions in the following areas:

Team leading. Motivation and recruitment of Sales officers as approved
Setting sales targets for the area based on market demand and business strategy.
Determining pricing strategy/ Trade inputs for the products based on market conditions and competition.
Identifying potential customers and developing new business opportunities.
Allocating resources to achieve sales targets.
Resolving customer complaints and issues in a timely and effective manner.
Identifying areas for improvement in sales and business development processes and proposing solutions.
Recommending new products or modifications to existing products based on customer feedback and market research.

4. Job requirements

List the essential educational qualifications, relevant experience and required skills.

Bachelor’s degree minimum graduation
8+ years of experience in sales and business development, with considerable people management experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
High at Performance Bias. Proven ability of achieving sales and revenue targets.
Ability to take Wise & Bold decisions. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

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