Sales Manager - Automobile Electric Vehicles (EV)

VAAGN AUTO PVT. LTD.; Chennai; Vor Ort; INR 1.800.000 - 2.500.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Vaagn Auto Pvt. Ltd. seeks an experienced Sales Manager for its electric 3-wheeler business. Lead sales and BD, build a dealer network, manage a sales team, and drive customer acquisition across Chennai and other territories.

Role requires strong auto sales experience, knowledge of EVs and vehicle financing, and proven leadership. Will coordinate with banks for financing and ensure target attainment.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in automobile sales, especially EV or commercial vehicles.
• Proven ability to build and manage dealer networks.
• Strong understanding of vehicle financing and NBFC processes.
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and driving growth.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and leadership skills.
• Ability to guide a sales team and work independently to achieve targets.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement B2B sales strategies to meet targets.
• Drive sales of electric 3-wheelers through direct sales, dealers, and partners.
• Identify new opportunities and expand Chennai and other territories.
• Build and maintain dealer and channel partner relationships.
• Coordinate with banks/NBFCs to facilitate loans and financing.
• Lead, motivate, and monitor the sales team with regular reviews.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and plans for the MD.

Kenntnisse

Automobile sales

EV/3-wheeler knowledge

Dealer network development

Channel partner mgmt

Customer relationship

Financing knowledge

Leadership

Sales forecasting

MS Office/CRM

Travel willingness

Tools

CRM tools

Jobbeschreibung

Vaagn Auto Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced and result-oriented Sales Manager 3-Wheeler EV to lead sales and business development activities for its electric three-wheeler business. The candidate will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing dealer and channel networks, managing the sales team, building customer relationships, and expanding market presence across assigned territories.

Job Overview

The Sales Manager will develop and implement effective sales strategies (B2B) to achieve monthly and annual targets for electric three-wheelers. The role requires strong experience in automobile sales, dealer management, customer acquisition, commercial vehicle financing, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales & Business Development

• Develop and implement sales strategies for B2B, to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
• Drive sales of electric three-wheelers through direct sales, dealerships, distributors, and channel partners.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand market presence across Chennai and other assigned territories.
• Generate leads, convert prospects into customers, and improve sales performance.

2. Dealer & Channel Network Development

• Identify, appoint, and develop dealers, distributors, and channel partners.
• Build strong relationships with existing dealers and ensure consistent business growth.
• Monitor dealer performance, sales targets, inventory, and customer satisfaction.
• Explore opportunities to expand the dealership and Direct Selling Agent (DSA) network.

3. Customer Relationship Management

• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable electric three-wheeler models.
• Explain vehicle features, benefits, pricing, warranty, and after-sales support.
• Maintain strong relationships with individual customers, fleet operators, commercial users, and institutional buyers.
• Address customer concerns and coordinate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction.

4. Vehicle Financing & Banking Coordination

• Coordinate with banks, NBFCs, and other financing partners to facilitate vehicle loans.
• Assist customers with loan applications, documentation, and financing requirements.
• Follow up on loan approvals and disbursements to ensure timely vehicle deliveries.
• Develop and maintain relationships with financing institutions to improve customer conversion rates.

5. Team Management & Performance Monitoring

• Lead, motivate, and guide the sales team to achieve business objectives.
• Set individual and team sales targets and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Train sales executives on product knowledge, sales techniques, negotiation, and customer handling.
• Monitor sales pipelines, lead conversion rates, and team productivity.

6. Market Research & Reporting

• Analyse market trends, customer preferences, competitor activities, and pricing strategies.
• Identify opportunities for market expansion and recommend appropriate sales initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of leads, customer follow-ups, sales conversions, dealer performance, and financing status.
• Prepare and submit regular sales reports, forecasts, and business development plans to the Managing Director.

7. Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure proper documentation for vehicle sales, financing, and customer transactions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable vehicle registration, financing, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with production, accounts, logistics, service, and other departments for smooth vehicle delivery and customer support.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong experience in automobile sales, preferably in electric vehicles (EVs), three-wheelers, or commercial vehicles.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and developing dealer networks.
• Good knowledge of vehicle financing, banking, and NBFC procedures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer relationship management and business development capabilities.
• Ability to manage a sales team and work independently to achieve targets.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, CRM tools, and sales reporting.
• Willingness to travel as required for dealer visits and business development.