Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India's leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly 'Digital India' by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At VIL, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.

VIL's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our Values of Passion, Boldness, Trust, Speed and Digital. Consequently, our recruiting efforts are directed towards attracting and retaining best and brightest talents. Our endeavour is to be First Choice for prospective employees.

VIL ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, colour, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

VIL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce.

Role
Area Sales Manager

Function / Department
Sales & Distribution

Location
UPW

Job Purpose
To manage and drive sales through distribution in order to attain market leadership in the given territory, through growth in net sales and revenues.

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities
Sales

Deliver sales target for all products (voice-prepaid / post-paid, data, VAS, handsets etc.) by executing the distribution strategy at the channel partner level
Ensure quality of acquisition through the distribution channel
Ensure availability of stock at retail while adhering to the norms
Competition Tracking – programs & structures
Execute promotional activities for channel partners to drive sales and build market credibility

Revenue

Achieve revenue target for the distribution channel across all products

Distribution expansion and extraction

Achieve retail (MBO) expansion targets through increase in number of outlets in existing and new geographies
Identify and develop new channel partners

People

Resolve channel-specific issues within specific timelines
Keep motivation levels high through regular meetings with distributors, retailers and off-roll sales representatives
Ensure sound coaching to RMs and distribution partners to enhance overall effectiveness

MD/AD/SD Management (owns the CP as a business entity)

Infrastructure negotiations – DSE Quality/Quantity
Working Capital (investment in business) alignment
ROI management
Primary Billing
Sizing corrections/territory dimensioning
Problem Solving
Performance trends & reviews

HSW Compliance

Ensure that the HSW norms are adhered to

Key performance indicators

Achievement of key targets in the distribution network (Sales, Revenue) in the territory

Achievement of retail outlet (MBO) expansion targets
Execution of distribution strategies and plans
Development and retention of team members
Performance management of RMs and distributors
VF Way Adherence Score aligned to norms defined from time to time

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience
Critical Success Factors

Continuous Learning & Empowering Talent
Building Team Commitment
Communicate with care
Leads Decision Making & Delivering Results
Builds Strategic Relationships & Organizational Agility
Analytical Thinking

Threshold Functional Competencies

Sales Planning & Forecasting
Negotiation
Working with Partners

Differentiating Functional Competencies

Solving Problems

Must Have Technical / Professional Qualifications
Graduate : Mandatory

Preferably full – time post - graduation in business management/MBA

Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)

An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership

AGM - Area Sales