Area Manager – Project Sales (Hardware)
Location: Pune
Experience: 5–8 years in Architectural Hardware / Building Materials, with a minimum of 2 years in team handling
CTC: ₹12 LPA
Industry: Architectural Hardware (preferred) / Building Materials
Work week: 6 days
Notice period: Up to 30 days preferred
How to apply:
- Fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/gQp6yFsb
- Email your updated resume to [email protected]
About the Company
INDIA based manufacturer of premium architectural hardware, railing and baluster systems and bathroom accessories. The company is known for its AISI 316 stainless steel products and for introducing the knock-down railing system in India, and serves customers in India and overseas through a network of channel partners and product galleries.
Role Overview
You will lead project sales of the Hardware range in Pune and the wider region, managing the pipeline of key projects from lead to delivery. This is a hands-on individual contributor role with team-handling responsibility. You will report to the Key Account Head.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute project-specific sales strategies for the Pune market.
- Identify new project opportunities through market research and networking with builders, developers, contractors, architects and consultants.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders, and ensure high customer satisfaction.
- Lead the preparation of proposals, presentations and bids with technical and project teams, ensuring the solution meets client requirements.
- Negotiate contracts and close sales deals.
- Work with technical, logistics and other teams to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery, from proposal stage through post-project review.
- Manage and guide team members and channel partners in the territory.
- Track market trends, industry challenges and competitor activity, and adjust the sales strategy accordingly.
- Report regularly on sales activity, forecasts and pipeline performance; analyse data to ensure targets are met.
- Manage client expectations and address concerns during and after project delivery.
Candidate Profile
- Graduate in any discipline; post-graduation in management preferred. Diploma/B.Tech is an added advantage.
- 5–8 years of experience in architectural/hardware products, including at least 2 years of team handling. Candidates from other building material industries may apply.
- Demonstrated record of closing project orders in the Pune market, with an existing network among developers, contractors and architects.
Skills and Competencies
- Business development, sales management, key account management, funnel management, people management, inventory management.
- Communication, leadership and team building, problem solving, conflict management, cross-functional collaboration, emotional intelligence, analytical ability, self-motivated and self-starter approach.
