Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Franchise Onboarding & Development:

• Identify potential franchise partners through market mapping, local networking, and outreach.
• Pitch the company’s franchise model and onboard new franchisees as per expansion goals.
• Conduct territory-wise franchise planning to ensure optimum market coverage.

Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain a strong, trust-based relationship with all franchise partners.
• Serve as the single point of contact for all business-related queries and operational support.
• Ensure franchisees are aligned with brand values, policies, and performance expectations.

Sales Performance & Growth:

• Support franchisees in achieving monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Develop sales strategies and campaigns to help improve product visibility and sell-through at each franchise point.
• Monitor sales metrics and offer guidance for improvements.

Team Training & Support:

• Train franchise sales teams on product knowledge, sales pitches, lead conversion, and CRM tools.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and improvement sessions for sales staff.
• Organize refresher training and incentive programs to keep teams motivated.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related field. MBA preferred.
• 3–6 years of experience in franchise acquisition, channel sales, or business development.
• Proven ability to grow and manage a partner network or franchise base.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Willing to travel extensively within Bangalore and nearby regions.
• Fluent in English and Kannada (preferred).

Preferred Industry Backgrounds:

• Consumer electronics, home appliances, retail franchising, or D2C brand experience.

Perks & Benefits:

• Performance-based incentives
• Travel and mobile reimbursements
• Career growth into regional or national franchise roles