Sales Manager

Role Overview

• A sales manager plays a key role in the success and failure of an organization
• He/she is the one who plays a pivotal role in achieving the sales targets and eventually generates revenue for the organization
• A sales manager must be very clear about his role in the organization
• He should know what he is supposed to do at the workplace
• A sales manager is responsible for meeting the sales targets of the organization through effective planning and budgeting
• A sales manager can’t work alone. He needs the support of his sales team where each one contributes in his best possible way and works towards the goals and objectives of the organization
• He is the one who sets the targets for the sales executives and other sales representatives
• A sales manager must ensure the targets are realistic and achievable
• The duties must not be imposed on anyone, instead should be delegated as per interests and specializations of the individuals
• A sales manager must understand who can perform a particular task in the most effective way
• It is his role to extract the best out of each employee
• A sales manager devises strategies and techniques necessary for achieving the sales targets
• He is the one who decides the future course of action for his team members
• It is the sales manager’s duty to map potential customers and generate leads for the organization
• He should look forward to generating new opportunities for the organization
• A sales manager is also responsible for brand promotion
• He must make the product popular amongst the consumers
• Motivating team members is one of the most important duties of a sales manager
• He needs to make his team work as a single unit working towards a common objective
• Develop lucrative incentive schemes and introduce monetary benefits to encourage them to deliver their level best
• Appreciate whenever they do good work
• It is the sales manager’s duty to ensure his team is delivering desired results
• Supervision is essential
• Track their performances
• Make sure each one is living up to the expectations of the organization

Requirements

• Masters degree (preferred)
• Good sales experience with setting up Business Development team experience
• Linkage with Schools, Colleges would be an added advantage

Benefits

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.