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Manager, Ninja Mart (Sales Excellence)

Ninja Van

Responsibilities

Sales Operations & Process Management

  • Lead end-to-end sales operations initiatives to drive operational efficiency and enhance sales capabilities.
  • Design, implement, and continuously improve sales operations processes, best practices, standards, and workflows.
  • Ensure adherence to internal sales operations standards, policies, and regional requirements.
  • Lead process improvement projects to streamline sales operations, improve productivity, and reduce business risks.
  • Manage sales operations administration, including sales commissions, onboarding, and related operational processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify operational gaps and implement effective solutions.

Sales Planning & Reporting

  • Lead weekly and monthly sales planning activities, including forecasting revenue, sales performance, and key FMCG categories and SKUs.
  • Lead weekly and monthly sales reporting on key business metrics, including sales productivity, revenue by province, and customer acquisition.
  • Develop and provide relevant reports and performance metrics to Area Sales Managers to support performance improvement.
  • Analyse sales trends and business performance to identify opportunities, risks, and areas for improvement.
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership to support strategic business decisions.

Performance Monitoring & Analysis

  • Track and analyse sales performance metrics, including call rates, strike rates, revenue breakdown by individual, brand, channel, and other relevant KPIs.
  • Conduct regular business reviews on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Monitor sales productivity and operational performance across regions and identify key drivers impacting business results.
  • Lead large-scale projects and initiatives aimed at improving sales productivity, operational effectiveness, and business performance.
  • Translate data and analysis into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.

Sales Tools, CRM & Data Management

  • Lead the rollout and implementation of new sales tools and systems, including the Distribution Management System (DMS), across relevant regions.
  • Ensure proper system rollout, adoption, user training, and ongoing support for sales teams.
  • Monitor system and tool performance, gather user feedback, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of CRM and sales operations data.
  • Conduct regular audits of operational records and systems to ensure data accuracy and support effective sales cycle tracking.

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Act as a central point of contact between Sales Operations, Commercial teams, Area Sales Managers, and regional leadership.
  • Facilitate regular meetings and business reviews with HODs, business leaders, and sales stakeholders to align business goals, review performance, and address operational challenges.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements, project rollouts, and sales initiatives.
  • Support stakeholders with relevant data, insights, and recommendations to facilitate effective decision-making.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a commercial management or sales operations role.
  • Proven track record in sales operations, sales management, and product management.
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment with successful project execution.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
  • Strong background in sales operations and process optimisation, with strong analytical, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.