Red Rhino Craft Beer is seeking a driven and strategic Sales Manager (Off-Premise) to lead
our retail and modern trade sales operations within a defined geography in Bangalore. This role
is essential in expanding Red Rhino's footprint across key off-trade channels including
premium retail outlets, modern trade stores, and neighbourhood liquor shops. The Sales
Manager will be responsible for driving distribution, increasing visibility, ensuring strong
secondary & tertiary sales, and managing trade relationships to achieve business targets. The
ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of the off-trade liquor market, a strong network
within the trade ecosystem, and a passion for craft beer.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Sales Strategy & Execution;
Develop and execute sales strategies for assigned geography to achieve volume,
visibility, and profitability targets
Drive numeric and weighted distribution across key off-trade accounts including modern
trade, premium retail, and standalone outlets
Implement effective merchandising and visibility programs to enhance brand presence
Identify new business opportunities and untapped outlets to expand market reach
Coordinate with reporting manager to ensure efficient route-to-market execution and
sales coverage
2. Account & Distributor Management;
Build and maintain strong relationships with key retailers, category managers, and
distributors
Manage sales by ensuring proper inventory levels, order placement, and timely
collections (where applicable)
Negotiate shelf space, in-store visibility, and consumer promotions with retail partners
Ensure compliance with Red Rhino's trade policies, credit controls, and commercial
terms
3. Market Intelligence & Reporting;
Monitor sales performance through detailed tracking of primary and secondary sales
Analyze market data, competitor activities, pricing, and consumer trends to inform
business strategies
Generate regular reports highlighting sales KPIs, distribution gaps, and promotional
effectiveness
Provide feedback to management on potential opportunities or challenges in the trade
4. Promotions & Trade Marketing;
Collaborate with the marketing team to design and execute impactful trade promotions
and activations
Ensure in-store execution of promotional plans, visibility drives, and sampling
activities
Evaluate the ROI of promotional spends and adjust plans for maximum efficiency
Participate in consumer engagement events and retail promotions to enhance brand
awareness
5. Inventory, Supply & Logistics Coordination;
Work closely with supply chain and production teams to align supply with sales
forecasts
Ensure optimal stock levels at retail points to avoid out-of-stock situations
Coordinate timely deliveries and maintain consistent product availability in the market
6. Compliance & Regulatory Adherence;
Ensure all sales operations adhere to state excise laws, labelling, and distribution
regulations
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of excise policies and changes affecting the trade
Conduct regular depot audits with coordination with reporting manager
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or related field
Proven experience in off-trade or retail sales, preferably within the alcoholic beverage
industry
Strong understanding of trade channels, distribution networks, and retail dynamics.
Demonstrated ability to drive sales growth, manage key accounts, and achieve targets
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
Analytical mindset with strong data interpretation and reporting abilities
Passion for craft beer and understanding of consumer preferences within the category
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and allowances
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
A collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment that celebrates creativity and
results
Why Join Us:
At Red Rhino, you will be at the forefront of shaping how craft beer reaches consumers through
retail and modern trade channels. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing
category while working with a passionate, driven, and innovative team. If you thrive in a fast paced environment and are excited about building craft beer visibility in the off-trade segment,
we'd love to meet you
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹900,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Health insurance
* Provident Fund
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