Sales Manager

Job Title: Sales Manager
Location: Varanasi, Kanpur, Lucknow (East Uttar Pradesh)
Experience Required: 1 +years in sales, preferably in the educational publishing/book industry
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager and Prefer strong background in the educational book industry. The ideal candidate will lead our sales team, develop strategies to increase market share, manage key client relationships, and drive revenue growth across institutional and retail channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to promote and sell educational books across schools, colleges, and distributors.
• Identify new market opportunities and expand the client base.
• Maintain and grow relationships with key customers including schools, bookstores, educational institutions, and distributors.
• Manage and mentor a team of sales executives/representatives.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on trends, competition, and customer needs.
• Participate in book fairs, academic conferences, and sales exhibitions to represent the company.
• Coordinate with the marketing, editorial, and logistics teams to ensure product availability and promotion.
• Provide regular sales reports and forecasts to senior management.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Minimum 1 years of experience in sales, preferably in the educational publishing or book distribution sector.
• Strong understanding of school curriculum books, competitive products, and market trends.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven leadership abilities and team management experience.
• Willingness to travel extensively for client meetings and sales events.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with CBSE/ICSE/State Board curriculum-based books.
• Existing network of school contacts, distributors, or retailers.
• Exposure to both direct and channel sales.

Job Type: Full-time

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person