12 Oct
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The BIG Advantage
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Guwahati
12 Oct
The BIG Advantage
Guwahati
We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Area Sales Officer to drive sales and market development for our TMT steel products in Guwahati and the assigned territory.
The incumbent will be responsible for managing the dealer/distributor network, generating secondary sales, developing new business opportunities, managing collections, and strengthening relationships with contractors, builders, fabricators, engineers, and other key market influencers.
Key ResponsibilitiesSales & Target Achievement
- Achieve assigned monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
- Develop and execute territory-wise sales plans for TMT products.
- Drive primary and secondary sales through dealers, distributors, and retailers.
- Ensure effective market coverage and product availability across the assigned territory.
- Identify new business opportunities and develop untapped markets.
Dealer & Distributor Management
- Appoint and develop new dealers, distributors, stockists, and retailers.
- Maintain solid relationships with existing channel partners.
- Monitor dealer-wise sales, inventory, secondary movement, and outstanding payments.
- Communicate company schemes, pricing, promotions, and commercial policies to channel partners.
- Ensure adequate product stock at the dealer/retailer level.
Market Development
- Conduct regular market visits across Guwahati and assigned areas.
- Develop relationships with builders, contractors, fabricators, engineers, architects, and project consultants.
- Generate enquiries and convert potential customers into business.
- Identify upcoming residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
- Increase brand visibility and product penetration in the assigned territory.
Competitor & Market Intelligence
- Monitor competitor pricing, schemes, dealer margins, product movement, and market activities.
- Gather information on competitor brands and their distribution networks.
- Provide regular market intelligence and actionable feedback to management.
- Track changes in demand, market pricing, and customer preferences.
Collections & Credit Control
- Ensure timely collection of outstanding payments from dealers/customers.
- Monitor dealer credit limits and payment schedules.
- Coordinate with the finance/accounts team on outstanding and credit-related issues.
- Ensure adherence to company credit and commercial policies.
Customer Relationship Management
- Maintain strong relationships with key dealers, customers, contractors, and influencers.
- Address customer complaints and coordinate with relevant internal teams for resolution.
- Provide appropriate product information and support to customers.
- Ensure repeat business and long-term customer relationships.
Candidate Requirements
- Graduate in any discipline; MBA/PGDM in Sales & Marketing will be an advantage.
- 2–5 years of experience in TMT steel, cement, construction materials, or other building-material industries.
- Candidates with an established dealer/distributor network in Guwahati/Assam will be preferred.
- Strong understanding of the local steel/building-material market.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
- Strong sales and target orientation.
- Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.
- Good knowledge of MS Excel and basic sales reporting/MIS.
- Knowledge of Assamese/Hindi/English will be an advantage.
- Two-wheeler and valid driving licence preferred.
📌 Area Sales Officer (Guwahati)
🏢 The BIG Advantage
📍 Guwahati