This is not just another sales job. This is a unique opportunity to be a foundational pillar of a new national brand. As the Sales Manager for Simply Food, you will be the architect of our go-to-market strategy. You will have the autonomy to build our distribution network, forge key partnerships, and drive the commercial success of the brand from day one. If you are an entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for food and a proven track record in the FMCG industry, this is your chance to make a significant impact and grow with us.

Key Responsibilities

- Go-to-Market Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive sales and distribution strategy for the successful launch of Simply Food across key Indian cities.

- Channel Development: Identify, appoint, and manage a robust network of distributors, wholesalers, and channel partners across General Trade, Modern Trade, and HORECA (Hotels, Restaurants, Catering) segments.

- Achieve Sales Targets: Drive primary and secondary sales to meet and exceed ambitious revenue and volume targets for the brand.

- Key Account Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key accounts, including large retailers, food service chains, and institutional clients.

- Team Leadership: Initially lead by example on the ground, with the responsibility of hiring, training, and managing a high-performing sales team as the brand grows.

- Market Intelligence: Be the eyes and ears of the company. Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and consumer feedback to provide actionable insights to the marketing and product teams.

- Sales Operations: Oversee sales forecasting, inventory management, and reporting. Ensure seamless execution from order to delivery.

Who We Are Looking For

- Experience: A mandatory minimum of 4 years of hands-on sales experience in the FMCG Food & Beverage industry in India.

- Proven Success: A demonstrated track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets. You have successfully launched new products or brands in the past.

- Channel Expertise: Deep understanding and hands-on experience in building and managing distribution networks for food products in India. You have existing relationships with distributors in key cities.

- Hunter Mentality: You are a self-starter who is passionate about building something from scratch. You thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

- Excellent Communicator: You possess strong negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Fluency in English and Hindi is required.

- Leadership Potential: You have the ability to inspire and lead a team, setting a high standard for performance and integrity.

What We Offer

- A competitive salary package with attractive performance-based incentives.

- The opportunity to shape the future of a new national brand and be part of its core leadership team.

- Significant autonomy and responsibility from day one.

- An exciting, fast-paced work environment with immense potential for career growth