Sales Manager

Eaton Electrical; Chennai; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Senior Manager – Sales to lead its Power Quality business in Chennai and Pondicherry. The role requires strategic leadership to drive revenue, profitability, and market development while building strong customer relationships.

The candidate should have 10–15 years in power backup/UPS sales, with BE in Electrical & Electronics; an MBA in Marketing/Sales is advantageous. Onsite role with significant travel to meet clients and drive growth.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in power backup / UPS / electrical solutions sales.
• B.E. in Electrical & Electronics preferred.
• MBA in Marketing / Sales will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead revenue and margin targets for the Power Quality business in Chennai & Pondicherry.
• Develop strategic account plans and grow market share in target segments.
• Manage key accounts, consultants and stakeholders, acting as trusted advisor.

Skills

UPS products knowledge

Business acumen

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication

Adaptability

Growth mindset

Education

B.E. in Electrical & Electronics

MBA in Marketing/Sales

Job description

Manager Sales

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND, 600092

Department: Sales

Work Location: onsite

What you’ll do:

We are seeking an experienced and growth-driven Senior Manager – Sales to lead Eaton’s Power Quality business in the assigned territory ( Chennai & Pondicherry). This role requires strong leadership, a strategic mindset, and the ability to drive revenue, profitability, customer engagement, and market development. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional relationship-building capabilities and a strong understanding of the electrical / UPS solutions market.

• "1. Revenue & Gross Margin Achievement
• Meet and exceed annual revenue and margin targets.
• Develop strategic account plans to ensure sustainable and profitable growth.
• 2. Market Share Maximization
• Strengthen Eaton’s position in the territory by increasing penetration across target segments.
• Identify opportunities for expansion and competitive differentiation.
• 3. Key Account Management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted advisor by understanding customer challenges and proposing the right Eaton solutions.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• 4. Receivables & Compliance
• Ensure healthy cash flow by monitoring account receivables and driving timely collections.
• Partner with finance and operations to ensure flawless execution.
• 5. Business Development & Segment Expansion
• Develop new accounts and customer segments to expand Eaton’s footprint.
• Identify new applications and emerging use‑cases for Eaton solutions.
• Increase customer base and drive deeper penetration in the UPS segment.
• Seed Eaton solutions with consultants, influencers, and end customers to secure long‑term business opportunities.
• 6. Travel Requirements
• Willingness to travel 50%-60% for client meetings, partner interactions, and market development.
• 7. Business Analytics & Market Intelligence
• Maintain strong market intelligence related to competitors, customer trends, and technology shifts.
• Analyze insights to guide territory strategy and future actions.
• Present actionable business recommendations to leadership.
• 8. Marketing & Promotion Activities
• Identify promotional opportunities within the territory to support business objectives.
• Work closely with the marketing team to plan and execute campaigns, events, seminars, and digital initiatives.
• Drive brand visibility and strengthen Eaton’s market positioning.
• "

Qualifications:

• "B.E. in Electrical & Electronics (preferred)
• MBA in Marketing / Sales will be an added advantage"
• 10-15 years of experience in power backup / UPS / electrical solutions sales

Skills:

• Strong understanding of UPS products, power quality solutions, and related technologies
• "Strong business and commercial acumen.
• Strong Negotiation Skills – Ability to influence customers to drive sales outcomes.
• Relationship Building & Stakeholder Management – Builds trust and long‑term partnerships with customers,partners and internal teams
• Effective Communication – Clear, confident communication for product discussions, training sessions, and partner engagement.
• Adaptability & Resilience – Thrives in dynamic market conditions and can adjust strategies as needed.
• Growth Mindset - High ownership mindset with a focus on achieving targets."