Senior Business Manager

Requisites:

Ethical, plant based, vegan bakery is looking to spread its wings and cater to the health and lifestyle preferences across Mumbai and India. We are looking to hire the growth partners who share our goals and are well equipped to grow the business.

Proven track record and robust sales and marketing experience of minimum 5 years is a pre-requisite for this role -with experience in F&B or Bakery. Professionals or entrepreneurs with stellar track in turnaround scenarios get preference.

This role combines elements of sales, marketing, and operations, making it a dynamic and multifaceted position. Here's a breakdown of the key responsibilities:

Sales Growth:

• Developing Sales Strategy: Analyzing market trends, identifying new sales channels (e.g., cafes, restaurants, online marketplaces), and creating a comprehensive sales plan to increase revenue. Swift implementation of approved plan is part of the responsibility.
• Building Partnerships: Forging relationships with potential wholesale buyers, distributors, and retailers to expand the brand's reach and distribution network.
• Negotiating Contracts: Secure favorable agreements with partners to maximize profitability and ensure timely delivery of products.

Marketing and Brand Awareness:

• Developing Marketing Initiatives: Creating and implementing marketing campaigns to raise brand awareness, attract new customers, and promote new cake offerings. This could involve social media marketing, collaborations with influences, and participation in food festivals or events.
• Managing Marketing Budget: Allocating resources effectively across various marketing channels to maximize return on investment (ROI).
• Analyzing Marketing Performance: Monitoring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and making data-driven adjustments to optimize results.

Retail Store Management:

• Overseeing Store Operations: Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of plant based bakery store. This includes managing inventory, staff scheduling, customer service standards, and maintaining a clean and inviting store environment.
• Recruiting and Training Staff: Recruiting, hiring, and training store staff on product knowledge, customer service, and store procedures.
• Performance Management: Evaluating staff performance, providing feedback, and implementing strategies to improve overall store efficiency.

Overall Business Growth:

• Staying Abreast of Industry Trends: Monitoring current trends in the vegan baking industry, competitor analysis, and identifying opportunities for product innovation and growth.
• Reporting and Analysis: Preparing regular reports on sales performance, marketing effectiveness, and store operations to inform strategic decision-making by the company leadership.

This role demands a highly motivated individual with strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. They should also possess a passion for compassionate and healthy way of life and the baking industry, coupled with a strategic business acumen.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹360,000.00 - ₹600,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Commuter assistance
• Flexible schedule

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Please mention your current or last drawn salary and current expectation
• If you do not have 5+ years of experience in sales and marketing vertical in F&B industry (which we require) -please share how do you think you can contribute to the requisites of this job?

Experience:

• Sales and Business Management: 5 years (Required)

Location:

• Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra (Preferred)

Work Location: In person