Sales Manager

Scaleup Connect; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Scaleup Connect in Karachi is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to generate new business, strengthen client relationships, and drive revenue growth in the textile and garments sector. The role emphasizes field sales, market visits, direct marketing, client acquisition, product sampling, and negotiating terms to convert opportunities into long-term partnerships.

A Bachelor's degree and 3–4 years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a recognised institution.
• Degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Management, Marketing, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Sales or business-development certifications will be considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily and weekly field visits to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Execute door-to-door marketing, direct outreach, and client-prospecting activities.
• Identify potential customers within the textile, garments, apparel, and related sectors.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through market visits, referrals, networking, and cold outreach.
• Present the company's products, services, and commercial offerings to prospective clients.
• Follow up consistently with leads to move them through the sales process.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Sales skills

Follow-up

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Textile Engineering/Management

Marketing/Business Administration

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: Onsite and Field-Based
Location: Karachi
Working Days: Monday to Saturday
Working Hours: 9:15 AM to 7:00 PM

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, target-driven Sales Manager to generate new business, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to revenue growth within the textile and garments industry.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting regular market visits, executing direct marketing activities, acquiring new clients, managing product sampling, and converting sales opportunities into long-term business relationships. This role requires strong field-sales capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to meeting sales targets.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development and Field Sales

• Conduct daily and weekly field visits to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Execute door-to-door marketing, direct outreach, and client-prospecting activities.
• Identify potential customers within the textile, garments, apparel, and related sectors.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through market visits, referrals, networking, and cold outreach.
• Present the company's products, services, and commercial offerings to prospective clients.
• Follow up consistently with leads to move them through the sales process.

Client Acquisition and Sales Conversion

• Manage the complete client-acquisition process, from initial contact to order confirmation.
• Understand client requirements and recommend suitable products or solutions.
• Coordinate product sampling, trial orders, quotations, and commercial discussions.
• Convert qualified prospects into active customers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, order quantities, and delivery requirements within approved company guidelines.
• Identify opportunities for repeat business, cross-selling, and account expansion.

Account and Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing clients.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts.
• Conduct regular follow-ups to monitor customer satisfaction and identify additional requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely order processing, sampling, production, and delivery.
• Address client concerns professionally and facilitate timely resolution.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service throughout the sales cycle.

Sales Targets and Reporting

• Achieve or exceed assigned monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
• Monitor individual sales performance, conversion rates, and revenue contribution.
• Maintain accurate records of client visits, leads, quotations, follow-ups, and confirmed orders.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly sales activity reports for management.
• Provide regular updates on market conditions, customer feedback, and competitor activity.
• Develop action plans to improve sales performance and increase market coverage.

Market Development

• Identify emerging customer segments and new market opportunities.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor offerings, pricing practices, and customer preferences.
• Recommend practical strategies to strengthen the company's presence in the textile and garments market.
• Represent the company professionally during client meetings, market visits, exhibitions, and industry events when required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a recognised institution.
• A degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field will be preferred.
• Relevant sales or business-development certifications will be considered an advantage.

Experience Requirements

• Three to four years of relevant sales or business-development experience.
• Previous experience in the textile, garments, apparel, fabric, accessories, or related industry is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in field sales, direct marketing, client acquisition, sampling, negotiation, and sales conversion.
• Experience managing business accounts and achieving assigned sales targets is preferred.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication, negotiation, and sales skills.
• Target-driven with excellent follow-up abilities.
• Good knowledge of the textile and garments market.
• Strong client relationship and account management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage field activities.
• Good time management and reporting skills.