Assistant Manager - Sales & Operations

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Manager – Sales & Operations to join our growing team in India. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving sales performance, streamlining operational processes, and supporting the senior management team in achieving organizational goals. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of commercial acumen and operational efficiency, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver measurable business outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to advance their career within a fast-paced and collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Sales Manager in developing and executing sales strategies to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets across assigned territories or product lines.
• Monitor day-to-day operational workflows to ensure efficiency, quality compliance, and timely delivery of products or services to clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, channel partners, and vendors, acting as a primary point of contact for escalations and issue resolution.
• Analyze sales data, operational metrics, and market trends to generate actionable insights and present regular performance reports to senior leadership.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of sales executives and operations staff, conducting performance reviews and identifying training and development needs.
• Coordinate with internal departments including marketing, logistics, finance, and customer service to ensure seamless end-to-end business operations.
• Support the implementation of CRM systems, sales tools, and operational software to improve productivity and data accuracy across the team.
• Identify new business opportunities, prepare proposals, and assist in negotiating contracts and agreements in alignment with company policies.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in sales and operations, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and managing operational KPIs in a competitive business environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint; experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or Zoho is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize workloads, and manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned region as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive fixed salary package complemented by a performance-linked incentive structure and annual appraisal cycle.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for the employee and immediate family members, along with access to wellness programs.
• Career Growth: Structured learning and development programs, leadership training, and clear pathways for internal promotion and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, paid annual leave, and observance of all national and regional public holidays.
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration at every level of the organization.