Sales Manager Livestock Feed

Company Description

SHUNYA AGRITECH is an ambitious agritech start-up based in Gurugram, India, dedicated to partnering with farmers for their animal nutrition needs. We provide fresh, hydroponic fodder-on-demand 365 days a year to dairy farmers. Our custom-built Growth & Logistics Centers (GLCs) ensure a controlled and safe environment for our hydroponics-based production process, delivering chemical-free and highly nutritious green fodder to improve the quality and quantity of produce for dairy farmers.

Role Description

We are looking for a dynamic and results-drivenSales Managerto spearhead our sales efforts in rural India. This role involves developing and executing strategies to drive the adoption of hydroponic green fodder among dairy farmers. The ideal candidate is a hardcore sales professional with experience in industries likeAgri, FMCG, tobacco, cement, or any mass-market productthat is sold in rural India.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a robust sales strategy to promote hydroponic green fodder among dairy farmers.
• Identify and build relationships with key stakeholders, including dairy cooperatives, individual farmers, and distributors.
• Conduct market research to understand demand patterns, pricing, and competitive landscape.
• Drive lead generation through on-ground sales activities, farmer awareness programs, and partnerships.
• Establish and manage a network of rural sales agents and distributors.
• Train and mentor the sales team to enhance productivity and achieve sales targets.
• Work closely with the marketing team to create impactful campaigns tailored for rural markets.
• Regularly report sales performance, market trends, and challenges to senior management.
• Ensure seamless order fulfillment in collaboration with operations and logistics teams.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in hardcore rural sales, preferably in

  Agri, FMCG, tobacco, cement, agri-inputs, Fertilizers or similar industries

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• Proven track record of driving sales growth in rural markets.
• Strong understanding of rural consumer behavior and buying patterns.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead a sales team and drive performance.
• Willingness to travel extensively in rural areas.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Agriculture, or a related field (MBA preferred).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to be a part of a pioneering agritech company.
• Fast-track career growth in a rapidly expanding industry.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of rural farmers.