Rexel in India, is a fully owned INR 850 cr + subsidiary of Rexel Global, having presence in the country with 16 branches and 16 stock points, from where we are serving customers on a Pan Inda level. We offer a wide variety of products across various categories covering length and breadth of the Industrial Automation, Lighting requirements, Panels and Supply Chain Consolidation (C-Class Direct and Indirect material purchases) for plants and offices. We are a one stop source for your business needs ranging from Stationery, office supplies to Industrial Automation. With a mission to support customers around the globe, to create value and run their business effectively, Rexel is a global player which provides Industrial Automation, Supply Chain Consolidation and Lighting solutions. With approximately € 19.2 Bn turnover and having presence in 19 countries with headquarter in Paris, France, Rexel through its 27000 employees globally, is supporting its customers through wide range of innovative products and solutions, wherever they are.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead our operations in a dynamic and competitive environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in sales management, particularly within the automation sector, with a focus on IA products. This role requires a proven track record in B2B sales, OEM sales, and P&L management, ensuring not only meets but exceeds its sales targets, providing exceptional service to our customers and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute effective sales strategies to achieve branch sales goals and growth targets.
- Manage the sales team, providing coaching, guidance, and motivation to drive performance.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key customers, understand their needs, and address any issues promptly.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to enhance brand visibility and generate leads in the market.
- Analyse sales metrics and report on performance to senior management, using insights to refine strategies.
- Identify new market opportunities and implement plans to penetrate these markets effectively.
- Stay updated on industry trends and technology advancements in automation, particularly involving Schneider products.
qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (BE) or related field.
- Minimum 10 to 12 years of experience in sales management, preferably in the Industrial automation industry.
- Preferably – experience in handling – Industrial Automation products.
- Demonstrated experience in leading high-performing sales teams.
- Deep understanding of B2B sales processes and OEM sales dynamics.
- Proven ability to manage P&L responsibilities and drive business results.
- Strong analytical skills with a results-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
- 10 to 12 years of experience in sales management
- Experience in the industrial automation industry
- Experience handling industrial automation products
- Experience leading high-performing sales teams
- Strong understanding of B2B sales processes and OEM sales dynamics
- Experience managing P&L responsibilities and driving business results
- Strong analytical skills and a results-oriented mindset
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
What We Do
Rexel, worldwide expert in the professional multichannel distribution of electrical products and services for the energy world, addresses three main markets - residential, commercial, and industrial. The Group supports its customers to be at their best in running their business, by providing a broad range of sustainable and innovative products, services, and solutions in the field of technical supply, automation, and energy management. Rexel operates through a network of over 1,900 branches in 19 countries, with more than 27,000 employees. The Group’s sales were €19.2 billion in 2023. Over the past five years, Rexel has proven its ability to structurally outperform the growing and increasingly attractive electrical distribution market. The demand in green energy and energy efficiency has boosted the Group’s businesses. On February 11, 2021, Rexel presented its mid-term ambitions. The Group’s strategy relies on a growth, value-creation and ESG ambition approach, via several strategic initiatives: - Accelerating growth through “More Customers, More SKUs, More Digital” - Improving operational and financial performance, in particular through digital - A balanced capital allocation around return to shareholders and investment in future growth. As an example, Rexel seizes any external growth opportunity in order to strengthen its position in certain geographies such as the United States or to add adjacent skills. ESG targets for 2030: - A 35% reduction in CO2 emissions of its operations (scopes 1&2) compared to 2016 - A 45% reduction in CO2 emissions from the use of products sold (scope 3) compared to 2016. 2023 sales: €19.2 billion 19 countries 1,900 branches 27,000 employees
