Assistant Manager – Retail Sales (Hardware)
Location: Chandigarh
Experience: 5–8 years in Architectural Hardware / Building Materials
CTC: ₹6 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 drive retail sales of the company's hardware range in Chandigarh and the assigned surrounding markets, growing the dealer and gallery network and building preference for the brand among architects, interior designers and end customers. You will report to the Key Account Head.
Key Responsibilities
- Achieve monthly and annual retail sales targets for the hardware segment in the assigned territory.
- Appoint, develop and manage dealers, distributors and retail counters; improve their throughput and product-range depth.
- Build relationships with architects, interior designers, contractors and other influencers to generate pull for the company's products.
- Ensure brand visibility, display quality and stock availability at dealer outlets and galleries.
- Train dealer sales staff on product features, finishes, applications and pricing.
- Track secondary sales, collections and outstanding, and coordinate with logistics and sales support for timely deliveries.
- Track competitor pricing, schemes and new launches, and recommend counter-measures.
- Maintain a visible funnel, with regular reporting on sales, forecasts and market intelligence.
- Coordinate with marketing on local promotions, events and dealer meets.
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. Candidates from other building material industries may apply.
- Proven track record in channel/dealer management and retail sales in North India, with an existing network in Chandigarh and the tricity region.
Skills and Competencies
- Sales planning and target management, channel/dealer management, business development, sales forecasting and funnel management, market and competitor analysis, team coordination.
- Communication and negotiation, relationship management, result orientation, ownership and accountability, problem solving and decision making.
