Sales Manager - Kakinada

Job Summary** We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Sales Manager to lead our sales efforts in Kakinada. This role involves driving revenue growth, managing a sales team, and fostering strong client relationships within the assigned territory. Job Responsibilities** * Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed sales targets in the Kakinada region. * Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of sales representatives, providing guidance and support to enhance their performance. * Identify and cultivate new business opportunities, including prospecting, lead generation, and client acquisition. * Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions. * Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and inform sales strategies. * Prepare and present sales forecasts, reports, and performance reviews to senior management. * Negotiate and close sales agreements, ensuring profitability and customer satisfaction. * Collaborate with marketing and product development teams to ensure alignment of sales efforts with overall business objectives. * Manage the sales budget effectively and optimize resource allocation. * Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows. Job Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. * Minimum of 5 years of proven sales experience, with at least 2 years in a sales management role. * Demonstrated track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets. * Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities. * In-depth knowledge of the Kakinada market and local business landscape is highly desirable. * Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Willingness to travel within the assigned territory as required. At Credit Saison India, we are driven by Innovation, Inclusion, and Integrity to create a meaningful Impact. As one of India's fastest-growing NBFC lenders, our mission is to bridge the credit gap and transform lives by empowering underserved communities. Our journey is fueled by a team of 1,400+ employees across 80+ branches, with an AUM of over $2 billion. Join us and help build a brighter financial future for millions across the country. Established in 2019, Credit Saison India (CS India) is one of the country’s fastest growing Non-Bank Financial Company (NBFC) lenders, with verticals in wholesale, direct lending and tech-enabled partnerships with Non-Bank Financial Companies (NBFCs) and fintechs. Its tech-enabled model coupled with underwriting capability facilitates lending at scale, meeting India’s huge gap for credit, especially with underserved and under penetrated segments of the population. Credit Saison India is committed to growing as a lender and evolving its offerings in India for the long-term for MSMEs, households, individuals and more. Credit Saison India is registered with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and has an AAA rating from CRISIL (a subsidiary of S&P Global) and CARE Ratings. Currently, Credit Saison India has a branch network of 80+ physical offices, 2.06 million active loans, an AUM of over US$2B and an employee base of about 1,400 employees. Credit Saison India is part of Saison International, a global financial company with a mission to bring people, partners and technology together, creating resilient and innovative financial solutions for positive impact. Across its business arms of lending and corporate venture capital, Saison International is committed to being a transformative partner in creating opportunities and enabling the dreams of people. Saison International is the international headquarters (IHQ) of Credit Saison Company Limited, founded in 1951 and one of Japan’s largest lending conglomerates with over 70 years of history and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The Company has evolved from a credit-card issuer to a diversified financial services provider across payments, leasing, finance, real estate and entertainment. Based in Singapore, Saison International’s global operations span over Singapore, India, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Mexico, Brazil, with active investments in debt, equity, corporate venture capital, and technology.