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An Area Sales Manager (ASM) in the essential oil and perfumery industry acts as a bridge between high-level fragrance house production and end-market manufacturers. In 2026, this role is increasingly focused on technical consultation and sustainability as consumer demand shifts toward "clean beauty" and natural therapeutic-grade oils.

Key Responsibilities

- Business Development (B2B): Identifying and securing new accounts among cosmetics, personal care, incense (agarbatti), and wellness brands.
- Key Account Management: Building deep relationships with R&D; teams, procurement managers, and "noses" (perfumers) to understand their specific olfactory and chemical requirements.
- Territory Planning: Managing regional sales targets across specific industrial hubs (e.g., West India covering Mumbai, Gujarat, and Goa).
- Technical Consultation: Providing expertise on oil-based fragrance systems, skin affinity,



and the benefits of specific oils like Sandalwood or Bergamot in non-alcohol formulations.
- Market Intelligence: Monitoring competitor pricing and tracking emerging trends like "functional minimalism" (fragrances that also offer skincare or wellness benefits).

Required Skills & ExperienceCategoryRequirementsExperienceTypically 4–8 years in B2B sales (Aroma Chemicals, FMCG, or Ingredients).EducationBachelor’s in Science (Chemistry/Biology) or an MBA in Marketing is preferred.Technical KnowledgeFamiliarity with regulatory certifications (e.g., IFRA standards), extraction techniques, and scent profiles.Soft SkillsHigh emotional intelligence for sensory-based selling and strong negotiation skills.

Job Type: Full time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹63,021.25 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Sales Manager- essential oil (India)
🏢 Aurashine Essentials
📍 India