| Position Details |
Position |
Zonal Manager / DGM - Sales |
| Business Unit/Division |
Mahindra AGRI - SEEDS |
| Reports To |
TL - 3 / TL - 2 |
| Place of Posting |
Chennai |
| Responsibilities & Key Deliverables |
Market Development: Ø Taking care of the sales with focus on achieving predefined sales target and growth. Ø Identifying suitable markets for the product Ø Creating sales network as per the demand trend. Ø Formulate Market strategy for various states with the help of the team and track performance. Ø Oversee the sales promotion activities of various states and track performance. Ø Market analysis for identifying market needs. Ø Designing channel development strategies Ø Keep a track of the competitor strategy and make changes accordingly if required.
Distributor Management: Ø Plan the distributor & dealer network required for various states. Ø Guide the team on selection of the right distributor & dealer. Ø Review the distributor & dealer performance on an ongoing basis. Ø Develop good interpersonal relations with the dealer for fostering business partnerships. Ø Ensure proper after sales services by distributors & dealers by formulating SOP’s and tracking their performance. Ø Resolve conflicts if any. Ø Keep a track of the inventory at distributor locations.
Sales: Ø Formulating Sales budget for the zone basis discussion with the management. Ø Cascading the sales budget for various territories with the respective Regional Managers. Ø Review & monitor performance of the states. Ø Head the monthly & quarterly review meetings across the zone. Ø Guide & motivate the team for achievement of sales targets. Ø Plan various sales related schemes for the zone. |
| Job Requirements |
Experience (years) |
12 to 15 years of experience in Sales of seeds (Paddy - Corn - Vegetable Seeds) Must Have relevant expeirence in Tamil Nadu market (Primary) and Karnataka (Good to have) |
| Industry Preferred |
SEED Industry Only |
| Qualification |
M.Sc(Ag.) / BSc. Agri+ MBA/P.G.Dip in Mgt. |
| Personality Traits |
Competencies |
1. Strategic Business Orientation 2. Customer Focus 3. Leveraging Human Capital |
| General Requirements |
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Functional: Ø Sound technical knowledge of Seeds. Ø Relevant experience in pesticide marketing & sales. Ø Ability to follow sales trends and market needs for prompt action. Ø Aware of the recent market trends and is able to make regional strategies accordingly. Ø Good analytical skills. Behavioural: Ø Good Interpersonal skills for leveraging human capital and build relationships Ø Strong leadership skills. Ø Ability to manage conflicts with both internal & external customers. |
| Functional Competencies / Skills critical for the job |
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1. Market Intelligence 2. Technical Knowledge 3. Relationship Management 4. People Management 5. Business Acumen |