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Role Description An Area Sales Manager for Farm Inputs is responsible for overseeing sales and distribution activities related to agricultural inputs within a specific geographic area. This role involves managing a team of sales representatives, promoting farm input products, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The primary goal is to drive sales, expand the customer base, and increase market share for farm input products such as seeds, fertilizers, pesticides. This is a full-time on-site role for an Area Sales Manager. The Area Sales Manager will be responsible for achieving sales targets, developing and implementing sales strategies, providing high-level customer service, and managing a sales team. The Area Sales Manager will also be responsible for ensuring product availability, conducting market research, and reporting sales performance. The Area Sales Manager for Farm Inputs plays a critical role in driving the success of agricultural input products by effectively managing sales teams and building lasting customer relationships. The job requires a deep understanding of the agricultural sector, excellent sales and management skills, and a passion for contributing to the growth and sustainability of the agricultural industry. Qualifications Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills Experience in developing and implementing successful sales strategies Experience in managing a sales team Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships Experience in the agriculture or related industry is preferred Ability to work independently and as part of a team Bachelor\'s degree in Sales, Business Administration, Agriculture, or a related field A bachelor\'s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, or a related field is often required. A master\'s degree can be an advantage. Proven experience in sales and marketing within the agricultural industry, preferably with knowledge of farm inputs along with managerial skill. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Analytical and strategic thinking abilities to develop and execute sales strategies. Proficiency in using sales and customer relationship management (CRM) software. Familiarity with the local agricultural landscape and customer base in the assigned area. Ability to travel within the designated area and occasionally beyond for business purposes. Key Responsibilities: Sales Strategy: Develop and implement effective sales strategies to meet or exceed sales targets for farm input products in the assigned area along with 4 to 5 Years + Experince in farm input Indutries. Team Management: Lead, train, and mentor a team of sales representatives. Monitor their performance, provide guidance, and conduct regular evaluations. Market Research: Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competition. Use this data to adjust sales tactics and product offerings. Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, including farmers, agricultural cooperatives, and retail partners. Product Promotion: Develop and execute promotional campaigns and marketing initiatives to increase product awareness and demand. Product Knowledge: Maintain in-depth knowledge of farm input products and their applications to provide expert guidance to customers. Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, manage stock, and ensure product availability for customers. Sales Reporting: Prepare and present sales reports, including sales forecasts, market trends, and competitor analysis, to the management team. Budget Management: Develop and manage the sales budget for the area, optimizing resources and expenses to maximize profitability. Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, quality standards, and industry best practices in the sale of farm inputs. Problem-Solving: Address customer inquiries, complaints, and issues promptly, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Expansion: Identify new business opportunities, territories, and potential partnerships to expand the market presence of the company\'s farm input products. Responsible for architecting year-on-year sales and marketing strategy for the zone, including sales plans (Area-wise/district-wise/taluka wise), milestones and budgets. Lead a team of Regional Managers, Territory Manager, and Product Development Officer and hold the responsibility for achieving the sales targets, collection, and market penetration targets for the assigned zones. The Area Manager will be also responsible for organizational efficiency to optimize sales and revenue generation thereby maximizing profitability. Enhancing relationship Value with existing Dealers Network on a regular basis and creating opportunities for further sales to existing Dealer Network

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