Role Overview The Deputy Regional Sales Manager (Dy. RSM) is responsible for leading and managing General Trade sales operations across a large regional geography. The role drives regional revenue growth, market expansion, distributor & super stockist management, and ensures consistent execution across multiple territories handled by ASMs/Sr. ASMs.
This role is strategic, analytical, and leadership-oriented, with strong ownership of region-wide GT sales performance.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Sales Strategy & Planning
- Develop and execute regional sales strategy aligned with company objectives. - Build annual/quarterly/monthly business plans for assigned region. - Identify growth opportunities, market gaps, and structural improvements in the GT network.
Multi-Territory Leadership
- Manage and review performance across multiple territories led by ASMs/Sr. ASMs. - Ensure consistent execution of visibility, promotions, pricing, distribution, and merchandising standards. - Conduct regular field audits and market-working with ASMs.
Distributor & Super Stockist Management
- Lead appointment, evaluation, and optimization of super stockists and key distributors. - Improve distributor ROI, manpower effectiveness, service levels, and operational discipline. - Drive credit hygiene, claim management, inventory planning, and route-to-market efficiency.
Market Development & Expansion
- Identify and prioritize new markets, white spaces, and high-potential regions. - Lead expansion into emerging towns, rural growth pockets, and underperforming areas. - Approve surveys and appointments for new distributors in strategic locations.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Lead a multi-layered sales team: Sr. ASMs, ASMs, SOs, TSRs, and distributor salesmen. - Set KPIs, monitor performance, and drive productivity improvements. - Conduct capability-building, coaching, and periodic performance reviews.
Regional Performance Monitoring
- Review primary, secondary,
and tertiary sales to ensure coverage and efficiency. - Track outlet penetration, distribution width & depth, beat productivity, and service levels. - Use data-driven insights to drive corrective actions and performance improvements.
Competition Tracking & Market Intelligence
- Monitor competitor activities, price changes, trade schemes, and market-share movements. - Present insights to senior management and recommend strategic actions.
Cross-Functional Alignment
- Coordinate closely with Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial & HR for regional requirements. - Drive execution of marketing initiatives, visibility programs, and recent product launches. - Ensure demand forecasting and stock movement are aligned with sales plans.
Reporting & Compliance
- Submit comprehensive regional MIS, business reviews, competitor analysis, and performance reports. - Ensure adherence to company policies, compliance guidelines, and operational controls.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and ability to manage multi-level sales teams. - Deep understanding of General Trade FMCG distribution. - Excellent analytical, planning, and decision-making skills. - Strong negotiation and distributor management capabilities. - Proficiency in MS Excel, analytics, MIS & regional business reviews. - High discipline, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong exposure to Regional sales leadership, direct distribution, and super-stockist model. - Strong understanding of Gujarat and surrounding market geographies. - Ability to manage large GT sales teams and deliver consistent business results.
Experience: 12–18 years of proven experience in FMCG – Snacks/Namkeen/Food
Industry Preference: FMCG / Snacks / Namkeen / Food industry mandatory
Education: Any Graduate & MBA
Location: Rajkot & Jaipur
Salary Negotiable up to 14 LPA based on experience and current salary.
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