Sales Manager - BL ( Bangalore )

Saison International; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Credit Saison India seeks a driven Sales Manager to lead its Bangalore sales efforts, building and executing strategies to expand market share. You will guide a team of sales professionals, set quotas, and drive performance while building strong client relationships within the city.

The role requires a track record of 5+ years in sales management, leadership skills, and proficiency with CRM tools like Salesforce. Join a fast-growing NBFC lender focusing on inclusive financial solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of sales management experience, including leadership in the Bangalore market.
• Proven ability to meet/exceed sales targets and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve goals in Bangalore.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of sales representatives.
• Establish quotas and performance metrics for the team.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities and key client relationships.
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to refine sales approaches.
• Prepare and present sales forecasts, reports, and budgets to senior management.
• Negotiate and close complex deals with profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, and customer service for a cohesive experience.
• Represent the company at industry events and manage the sales pipeline.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

CRM experience

Office Suite

Analytical

Problem solving

Market knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary**

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Sales Manager to lead our sales efforts in Bangalore. This role involves developing and executing sales strategies, managing a team of sales professionals, and achieving ambitious sales targets within the Bangalore market.

Job Responsibilities**

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies and plans to achieve company sales goals and expand market share in Bangalore.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of sales representatives, providing ongoing coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Establish sales quotas and performance metrics for the team, ensuring adherence and driving consistent achievement.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities, fostering strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify new product/service opportunities and refine sales approaches.
• Prepare and present accurate sales forecasts, reports, and budgets to senior management.
• Negotiate and close complex sales deals, ensuring profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product development, and customer service teams to ensure a cohesive customer experience.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows.
• Manage and optimize the sales pipeline, from lead generation to deal closure.

Job Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven track record of 5+ years in sales management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role within the Bangalore market.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet and exceed sales targets.
• Strong leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of the Bangalore market and relevant industry trends.
• 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.

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.