Deputy Manager Sales Marketing

Deputy Manager – Sales & Marketing

Location: Chakan, Pune

Experience: 5–10 YearsExperience in the automotive or auto accessories industry will be preferred.

Qualification

• MBA (Marketing) / PGDM preferred.

• Experience in sales, marketing, OEM business or automotive business development may also apply.

Job Overview

We are looking for a proactive and business-oriented Deputy Manager – Sales & Marketing who can independently manage OEM business, develop new customers, explore export opportunities and support strategic marketing initiatives.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication, negotiation, relationship management and business development skills, along with a good understanding of the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. OEM Business Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for OEM customers.
• Manage RFQs, quotations, commercial discussions, customer meetings, timelines and follow-ups.
• Coordinate with design, production, purchase, quality and management teams for smooth project execution.
• Identify opportunities for account expansion and additional business.
• Exhibitions Management

2. Business Development & New Client Acquisition

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across OEM and aftermarket segments.
• Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, digital platforms, industry contacts and market research.
• Conduct customer visits, product presentations, negotiations and business meetings.
• Convert enquiries into orders and develop long-term customer relationships.
• Prepare business proposals and maintain an active sales pipeline.

3. Export Business Development

• Identify and develop new export business opportunities across international markets.
• Generate enquiries through B2B portals, LinkedIn trade directories, exhibitions and industry networks.
• Manage customer communication, quotations, commercial discussions, documentation and follow-ups.
• Develop relationships with overseas distributors, importers, and business partners.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of export orders.

4. Marketing & Brand Support

• Assist in developing presentations, sales materials, market reports, MIS reports and management dashboards.
• Coordinate marketing activities with dealers and distributors across India.
• Conduct market research to identify customer requirements, competitor activities and new business opportunities.

Key Skills

• Good understanding of sales and business development processes.

• Ability to manage multiple projects, customers and priorities simultaneously.

• Self-motivated, organised, proactive and result-oriented.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and CRM tools.

• Willingness to travel for customer meetings, exhibitions and business development activities.