Job Description
Role
Area Sales Manager
Job Level/ Designation
M2
Function / Department
Sales & Distribution
Location
MAH
Job Purpose
To manage and drive sales through distribution in order to attain market leadership in the given territory, through growth in net sales and revenues.
Key Result Areas/Accountabilities
Sales
• Deliver sales target for all products (voice-prepaid / post-paid, data, VAS, handsets etc.) by executing the distribution strategy at the channel partner level
• Ensure quality of acquisition through the distribution channel
• Ensure availability of stock at retail while adhering to the norms
• Competition Tracking – programs & structures
• Execute promotional activities for channel partners to drive sales and build market credibility
Revenue
• Achieve revenue target for the distribution channel across all products
Distribution expansion and extraction
• Achieve retail (MBO) expansion targets through increase in number of outlets in existing and new geographies
• Identify and develop new channel partners
People
• Resolve channel-specific issues within specific timelines
• Keep motivation levels high through regular meetings with distributors, retailers and off-roll sales representatives
• Ensure sound coaching to RMs and distribution partners to enhance overall effectiveness
MD/AD/SD Management (owns the CP as a business entity)
• Infrastructure negotiations – DSE Quality/Quantity
• Working Capital (investment in business) alignment
• ROI management
• Primary Billing
• Sizing corrections/territory dimensioning
• Problem Solving
• Performance trends & reviews
HSW Compliance
• Ensure that the HSW norms are adhered to
Key performance indicators
Achievement of key targets in the distribution network (Sales, Revenue) in the territory
• Achievement of retail outlet (MBO) expansion targets
• Execution of distribution strategies and plans
• Development and retention of team members
• Performance management of RMs and distributors
• VF Way Adherence Score aligned to norms defined
from time to time
Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience
Critical Success Factors
• Continuous Learning & Empowering Talent
• Building Team Commitment
• Communicate with care
• Leads Decision Making & Delivering Results
• Builds Strategic Relationships & Organizational Agility
• Analytical Thinking
Threshold Functional Competencies
• Sales Planning & Forecasting
• Negotiation
• Working with Partners
Differentiating Functional Competencies
• Solving Problems
Must have technical / professional qualifications
Graduate : Mandatory
Preferably full – time post - graduation in business management/MBA
Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The AGM | Area Sales position is now open for candidates interested in the Counter Sales Jobs sector. This role in Pune offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Counter Sales Jobs is a plus.
