Area Sales Manager

Gabit is an integrated longevity platform with a mission to enable everyone to live healthier and longer. Gabit's philosophy is rooted in the interconnectedness of health, offering science-backed solutions that leverage the key pillars of health and wellness, nutrition, fitness, sleep, and mental wellness.

Gabit is a unique platform globally which enables users to track and assess 150+ health markers and biomarkers across a Gabit Smart Ring (our own wearable and flagship product), Gabit Smart Scale, CGM and Blood work on one single platform. We go beyond tracking and also help people achieve their goals through an expert team of in-house coaches and through science-backed Gabit products - supplements, skincare - that they can use.

As a City Ninja (Area Sales Manager) at Gabit, you will be the ultimate owner of our offline retail footprint across General Trade (GT) and Modern Trade (MT) channels in Bangalore. You are the driving force responsible for getting Gabit's revolutionary ecosystem—from our flagship Smart Ring to our premium supplements and skincare lines—into the hands of consumers.

This is a high-octane role for a natural leader and hustler who thrives on the field. You will manage a team of promoters/sales executives, own critical relationships with retail partners, and ensure flawless on-ground execution. If you love the thrill of the chase, local market dynamics, and building a brand from the ground up in stores, this is for you.

• Drive GT & MT Sales: Own the sales targets for your assigned territory across General Trade and Modern Trade stores in Bangalore, ensuring consistent monthly and quarterly growth.
• On-Ground Store Visits: Spend significant time on the field conducting regular store audits, checking inventory levels, ensuring prime shelf visibility, and monitoring competitor activity across key Bangalore markets.
• Team Leadership: Hire, train, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of Pilot Sales Representatives (PSRs) and In-Store Promoters to maximize daily productivity and sales conversions.
• Partner Relationship Management: Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with store managers, local distributors, and key retail partners to ensure smooth operations and support.
• Merchandising & Activation: Ensure impeccable visual merchandising (VM) standards and execute BTL marketing activations/promotions effectively at the store level.
• Stock & Inventory Management: Collaborate with the supply chain and distributor network to ensure zero stock-outs and seamless fulfillment across all retail touchpoints.
• Data & Reporting: Track daily, weekly, and monthly sales performance, secondary data, and market feedback, using insights to optimize sales strategies.

• Experience: A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field with minimum 2–3 years of experience in field sales or as a sales executive (GT/MT) within FMCD, consumer electronics, or wellness.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in Kannada is mandatory to communicate effortlessly with local retailers, distributors, and field staff, alongside strong English communication skills.
• Bangalore Market Mastery: Deep familiarity with Bangalore's local retail markets, commercial hubs, distributor networks, and trade nuances across GT and MT channels.
• Field-First Mindset: A strong passion for being out on the field and an intimate understanding of local retail dynamics.
• Leadership Chops: Proven experience in managing, motivating, and driving accountability within a distributed team of on-ground sales executives or promoters.
• Superb Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to handle diverse stakeholders—from store staff to large distributors.
• Analytical Sharpness: Comfort working with sales numbers, targets, and MS Excel/Google Sheets to track territory performance and market trends.
• The Startup Hustle: A proactive, self-starter attitude with the ability to navigate ambiguity, problem-solve on the fly, and hit aggressive targets.
• Passion for Health: A genuine interest in fitness, technology, and wellness—you practice what we preach!

• Fast-Paced Growth: Accelerated career trajectory in the booming, high-growth startup FMCD and longevity space.
• High Ownership: The autonomy to run your city/territory like your own business and execute strategy at scale.
• Mentorship: Direct guidance and mentorship from experienced FMCD leaders, domain experts, and the founding team.

Starting Date: Position open immediately