Senior Sales Manager – Textile

Stäubli; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading textile technology company is seeking an experienced sales professional in Mumbai to lead their textile sales function. You will drive revenue growth through managing customer relationships and guiding the sales team while achieving market-share targets. The ideal candidate has over 12 years of experience in textile sales and a strong understanding of weaving processes. The role requires excellent communication skills and technical expertise in textile machinery. Willingness to travel extensively is a must.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in Textile Sales, preferably with a weaving background.
• Deep understanding of weaving processes, velvet & carpet weaving preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop existing customer relationships and sales leads.
• Create and implement a sales development plan for the relevant area.
• Conduct market research to understand competitor activities and industry trends.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of textile machinery

Ability to evaluate KPIs & market trends

Excellent leadership & team-management skills

Strong communication & presentation abilities

Education

Diploma / Degree in Textile Technology / Manufacturing

Tools

CRM & sales reporting tools

Job description

Stäubli India, established in 1993, is a leader in advanced textile technology — delivering top‑tier machinery, genuine spare parts, and full‑scale service support to power India’s weaving excellence. With equipment crafted across world‑class manufacturing hubs in France, Germany, China, Italy and Switzerland, we bring global precision and innovation straight to India. We’re shaping the future of textile automation

REPORTING TO - Managing Director- India

JOB OBJECTIVE - Lead the textile sales function, drive revenue growth, manage customer relationships, guide the sales team, and achieve market‑share targets & are willing to travel extensively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Roles and Responsibilities:

The job encompasses but is not limited to the following Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop existing Customer relationships, sales leads, and projects.
• Create and implement a sales development plan for the relevant geographic area and generate new business.
• Coordinate with the Sales Team on a regular basis.
• Update all Sales activities in the Company CRM system in a timely and accurate manner
• Identify new market opportunities and expand the customer base in the assigned region.
• Conduct market research to understand competitor activities, industry trends, and customer requirements.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction through timely communication, support, and resolution of queries.
• Prepare sales forecasts, reports, and performance metrics for management review.
• Participate in exhibitions, industry events, and customer visits to enhance brand visibility.
• Collaborate with technical teams to provide product demonstrations and application support where required.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

12+ years of experience in Textile Sales (Weaving background preferred)

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION

Diploma / Degree in Textile Technology / Manufacturing

COMPETENCIES

Technical

• Strong technical knowledge of textile machinery (mechanical & electrical).
• Deep understanding of weaving processes, velvet & carpet weaving preferred.
• Ability to evaluate KPIs & market trends accurately.
• Expertise in techno‑commercial negotiation & sales strategy.
• Proficiency in CRM & sales reporting tools.

Behavioral

• Excellent leadership & team‑management skills
• Strong communication & presentation abilities.
• Ability to react quickly & provide effective solutions.

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