GT Sales Manager

Rostrium; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 391,000 - 558,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid travel expenses

Job summary

Rostrium is seeking an aggressive GT Sales Manager to spearhead General Trade and B2B sales across wholesale and retail channels. The role focuses on expanding the Rupa distribution network in South India and PAN India as needed, with extensive travel and a strong emphasis on networking.

Ideal candidates have 3–4+ years in General Trade or distribution, are fluent in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi and English, and are comfortable with field-based work and 240 days of travel per year.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4+ years of proven experience in General Trade, distribution management, or B2B sales (Apparel/Innerwear or FMCG experience preferred).
• Multilingual capability to negotiate across regions: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi & English.

Responsibilities

• Dealer & Distributor Management: travel to visit and engage with dealers/distributors in AP, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and PAN India as required.
• Business Development: onboard new retail/wholesale clients to drive B2B sales volume and market penetration.
• Supply Chain Monitoring: ensure continuous inventory supply to dealers and distributors with minimal stock-outs.
• Sales Coordination: align with Area Sales Manager on daily sales, orders, targets and feedback.
• Network Building: maintain strong relationships with trade partners and large-format retailers.

Skills

Tamil language

Telugu language

Malayalam language

Hindi language

English language

Job description

About The Role

Job Description GT Sales Manager Department: Sales & Distribution Experience Required: 3 to 5+ Years Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹50,000 per month (plus Business travel expense provided by company) Location: Field-based / South India focus (PAN India as required) About the Role We are seeking an aggressive, results-driven Sales Professional to spearhead our General Trade (GT) and B2B sales operations. The primary focus of this role is to manage and expand our Rupa distribution network across wholesale and retail chains. This is a highly mobile, field-heavy role requiring strong networking skills, multilingual proficiency, and a proven track record in FMCG/Apparel distribution.

Key Responsibilities

Dealer & Distributor Management: Travel extensively to visit, manage, and engage with dealers and distributors, primarily focusing on Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, with additional PAN India coverage as required. Business Development: Actively identify and onboard new retail and wholesale clients to drive B2B sales volume and expand market penetration. Supply Chain Monitoring: Oversee and track the continuous supply of inventory to dealers and distributors, ensuring zero stock-outs and timely deliveries. Sales Coordination: Work closely and coordinate seamlessly with the Area Sales Manager (ASM) regarding daily sales, order processing, target achievements, and market feedback. Network Building: Cultivate and maintain robust, long-term relationships with key stakeholders, trade partners, and large-format retail chains to strengthen brand presence.

Requirements & Qualifications

Experience: 3 to 4+ years of proven experience in General Trade, distribution management, or B2B sales (Apparel/Innerwear or FMCG experience is highly preferred). Linguistic Proficiency: Must be fluent in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, and English to effectively negotiate and communicate across diverse regions. Travel Readiness: Must be highly comfortable with extensive touring. The role requires traveling approximately 240 days a year. Skillset: Strong negotiation skills, self-motivated, target-oriented, and capable of working independently in the field.

What We Offer

Competitive fixed salary (₹35k – ₹50k/month) tailored to your experience. Fully paid company travel expenses, with travel accommodations provided in Train 3AC or above for frequent touring. Opportunity to lead distribution for a major brand network (Rupa) and build a formidable market presence in the South Indian sector.