Sales Executive

My Choice Food Products; India; On-site; INR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food products company based in India is seeking a Sales Executive to drive sales and expand market reach. The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years of experience in FMCG sales, a bachelor's degree, and excellent communication skills in Malayalam and English. Responsibilities include achieving sales targets, onboarding distributors, and providing market feedback. The company values digital proficiency as it aims for full digitalization by 2025.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands-on sales experience in FMCG sector.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building capabilities.
• Working proficiency in English and Malayalam.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales to achieve monthly/quarterly targets.
• Identify and onboard new distributors and retailers.
• Provide timely sales reports and resolve customer issues.

Skills

Sales experience

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Digital tool proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About My Choice Food Products

My Choice Food Products is a trusted, quality-driven brand based in Thrissur, Kerala, specializing in authentic rice-based traditional food products and high-quality spice powders. Since 2000, we have grown into a leading name across South India, known for our commitment to "Tradition, Quality, and Taste You Can Trust." Join us as we continue to expand our presence in the modern and traditional retail market.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

As a Sales Executive, you will be the face of My Choice in your assigned territory, responsible for driving sales and expanding our market reach.

• Retail & Distribution Management:
  • Achieve monthly/quarterly sales targets for assigned product categories and territories.
  • Identify and onboard new distributors, wholesalers, and retail outlets (supermarkets, hypermarkets, local shops).
  • Maintain strong relationships with existing dealers and distributors, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
• Market Expansion:
  • Conduct market visits to identify new business opportunities and monitor competitor activities.
  • Ensure effective product placement, visibility, and merchandising in all retail locations.
  • Focus on increasing the adoption of our premium and new product ranges (e.g., Kuttanadan Chemba Puttu Podi).
• Reporting & Communication:
  • Provide timely sales reports, market feedback, and collection updates to the Area Sales Manager.
  • Resolve dealer/customer issues and complaints efficiently and professionally.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 1–3 years of hands-on sales experience in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, preferably in food products, spices, or packaged goods.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in any field (Business Administration/Marketing preferred).
• Communication: Excellent communication skills in Malayalam and working proficiency in English.
• Skills:
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
  • Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Familiarity with the Kerala/South India retail landscape and distribution channels.
  • Must possess a two-wheeler and a valid driving license.
  • Comfortable using digital tools for sales reporting and order booking (as My Choice is moving toward full digitalization by 2025).