Area Manager- Branded Workshop & Aggregator

Are you ready to join a team that is driving the future of lubricants and beyond, setting new industry standards Discover how the diverse and passionate individuals at Castrol are shaping the industry, and how you can be part of this exciting journey. Castrol, a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, is looking for talented experts who share a passion for innovation and excellence. Bring your unique perspective, collaborative spirit, and challenge our thinking as we continue to lead the way in the lubricants market and expand our business beyond lubricants. This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and inclusive organization. Castrol India, a publicly listed company, has been a market leader in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors for over a century. With iconic brands, relentless innovation, strong customer relationships, and a highly motivated team of employees, Castrol India boasts a robust manufacturing and distribution network reaching consumers through over 135,000 outlets. At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of nurturing top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally. Castrol is currently looking for an Area Manager - Branded Workshop in Kolkata. In order to fulfill Castrol's vision of pivoting into a Service & Maintenance brand, a network of premium car workshops is being established under the brand name Castrol Auto Service. The Branded Workshop Manager will play a critical role in achieving this goal. Responsibilities include acquiring and developing a customer base of Branded Workshops, prospecting leads, concept selling of Castrol's Branded Workshop offer, post-acquisition onboarding, developing local business plans, implementing quality deployment of the channel offer, defending and growing existing customer share, achieving sales objectives, and maintaining positive relationships with key customers. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology, with a major in sales & marketing preferred, along with 8+ years of sales & marketing experience in the B2B space. Experience in the service business of key OEMs and multi-brand automotive aftermarket players is desirable. Strong commercial knowledge, excellent selling skills, negotiation abilities, communication proficiency, and a customer-centric approach are essential. The role requires extensive travel within the region and working six days a week, including Saturdays. If you are enthusiastic about driving growth in a competitive market, possess a customer-centric approach, and have a proactive mindset, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to Castrol's success. Apply now and be part of a team that is shaping the future of the lubricants industry and beyond.,