Territory Sales Manager- General Trade-Rajkot (Sebamed)

Sebamed India is a leading skincare brand that offers dermatologist-recommended products formulated with a pH of 5.5 to support the skin's natural protective barrier. As part of the global Sebamed brand, which originated in Germany over 50 years ago, Sebamed India provides a range of personal care products for skin, hair, and baby care. https://www.sebamedindia.com/ Job description TSM-GT-Rajkot Location We have openings for the TSM-General Trade for the Brand-Sebamed for Rajkot Location. Work Location: Rajkot Candidates from Pharma, FMCG(Personal & Beauty care products) OTC, Personal & Beauty care Industry only please apply. Age not more than 32 years Detailed Responsibilities : Detailed Responsibilities (non-conclusive) : Business Objectives : 1. To achieve volume and value objectives of the assigned territory within budget, time and policy parameters through efficient control of the network under charge 2. Executing the agreed strategic alliances with key outlets - Timely implementation and follow-ups for monthly activity/ promotions specific to outlet and chain - Liasoning with Merchandising team for branding activities at stores 3. Operating all Schemes & Promotional Activities (Marketing & Sales) as per prior approvals and discussed during the monthly review meetings 4. Responsible for Controlling Dominant shelf space at the stores. 5. Managing health of distributor channel on a monthly basis 6. Assisting the Area Sales Manager at Sales forecasting Brand and SKU wise while looking at the Market Potential. 7. Training & Development of distributor sales team, providing timely feedback in the market & through monthly review and meetings. Financial Responsibilities 1. Documentation of outlet expenses (damages, trade schemes, promotional expenses, visibility expenses) on a monthly basis for audit purposes 2. Settling distributor and outlet claims (within stipulated time frame) after proper cross checking. 3. Submitting NOCs (No Objection certificate) - from distributors on a quarterly basis. 4. Efficiency tracking of all the investments and promotions in all the outlets. Distribution Responsibilities : 1. Ensure all planned distributors in the zone are appointed in time and are operational through proper coordination 2. Evaluate the performance of the distributors on a half yearly basis and take effective action as required 3.Responsible for ensuring Distribution Health is maintained. - Managing health of distributor channel on a monthly basis: - Speed of claim settlement - Monitoring damages as a percentage of sales - Maintaining sales and stock register - Generating primary orders on weekly basis to maintain adequate stock levels at any given point - Ensuring stockists are utilising the DMS tool effectively and audit whether bills are going from DMS to market. - Maintaining distributor MIS according to company norms 4. Ensure optimal distribution cost by reviewing Routing & Scheduling on a quarterly basis. 5. Monitoring inventory control, thereby ensuring ready availability of the stock as per the market demand and implement effective logistic strategies. 6. Appointment of DSR (Distributor sales rep) by identifying gap and for optimizing width & depth of Distribution Requirements : - Graduate with 1-6 yrs experience in FMCG sales. - Robust communication skills - Selling skills: Relationship & networking - Presentable