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Area Sales Manager (Automotive, 6+ yrs, Bangalore)

Bangalore Urban Permanent View Job Description
The Area Sales Manager will lead sales operations, dealer network management, sales capability development, and marketing initiatives to drive business growth, strengthen customer relationships, and enhance market presence within the automotive industry.
  • Opportunity to work with a fast evolving automotive player
  • Enhance business development and strategic skills

About Our Client

The hiring organization is a rapidly growing multinational automotive OEM, driving innovation through its diverse portfolio of ICE, EV, and Hybrid vehicles while shaping the future of sustainable mobility.

Job Description

  • Manage and expand the sales network within South India to achieve regional targets.
  • Develop and implement effective sales strategies to increase market share in the Automotive Industry.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to plan and execute promotional activities.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
  • Train, guide, and support the sales team to achieve individual and team objective

The Successful Applicant

A successful Area Sales Manager should have:

  • A degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in car channel sales and dealership management, preferably within the automotive industry
  • Strong market exposure across South India, particularly Karnataka, Telangana (Hyderabad), Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
  • Strong understanding of sales processes and strategies.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to analyse market data and make informed decisions.
  • Willingness to travel for client meetings and sales activities.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to enhance business development and strategic planning skills while driving business growth.
  • Exposure to senior leadership, enabling strong stakeholder management and leadership development.
  • Opportunity to engage with industry leaders and gain valuable insights into the automotive sector.
  • Ownership of model-wise P&L management and strategic decision-making across innovative vehicle portfolios.
  • Opportunity to collaborate across functions, adopt best practices, and implement market-driven initiatives to improve business performance.



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JN-072026-7056631

Job summary

Function
Sales
Sub Sector
Technical / Industrial
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Bangalore Urban
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-072026-7056631

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