Senior Area Manager, Sales

As a Senior Area Manager in Sales at Oxford University Press (OUP) for the Meerut region and surrounding areas in the Education division, you will have the opportunity to shape the sales strategy in the dynamic educational market. Your role involves leading a team of six sales professionals to achieve regional sales targets, developing and implementing sales strategies for OUP's print, blended, and digital products, and supporting the team in achieving individual and collective sales goals. You will also profile potential schools, mentor the team in product knowledge and sales skills, and ensure compliance with organizational policies. Key Responsibilities: - Lead a team of six sales professionals to achieve regional sales targets. - Develop and implement sales strategies for OUP's print, blended, and digital products. - Support the team in achieving individual and collective sales goals. - Profile potential schools and ensure comprehensive market coverage across Meerut and nearby districts. - Mentor and guide the team in product knowledge and sales skills. - Allocate territories, set budgets and targets, and ensure compliance with organizational policies. - Oversee daily operations including travel, expenses, and promotional planning. - Strategize and execute marketing and workshop plans aligned with OUP's focus areas. - Ensure timely collections and uninterrupted supply chains. - Forecast regional stock requirements and maintain availability across channels. - Analyze market trends and report insights to senior leadership. - Uphold OUP India's public image through ethical business practices. Qualifications Required: - A degree from a reputed institute; additional professional qualifications are preferred. - 8-10 years of relevant work experience, with prior experience in managing or leading sales teams being advantageous. - Strong multitasking abilities and comfort in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels. - Strong problem-solving capabilities and sound judgment. - High integrity, dependability, and a results-oriented mindset. In this role, your leadership will directly impact the growth and success of the region, contributing to OUP's broader mission of advancing learning worldwide. If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact shariq.anwar@oup.com. Oxford University Press is committed to supporting diversity in its workforce and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets we serve and encourage applications from all.,