Sales Manager

Job Title: Sales Manager - East India

Contract: Permanent

Location: Home-based role in East India, with approximately 60% travel across the region.

AB Vista, part of AB Agri (the agricultural division of ABF plc), is a global leader in animal nutrition technology, pioneering innovative feed solutions through research, collaboration, and technical expertise. We are seeking a Sales Manager to lead our Livestock operations in East India, based in Kolkata. In this key role, you'll drive growth within our poultry business, manage sales and distribution, and strengthen customer partnerships. With your technical background and extensive experience in the livestock or animal feed industry, you'll help shape AB Vista's continued success and expand our impact across the region.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve business objectives, identify new market opportunities, and drive revenue growth within the Livestock sector.

• Oversee daily sales, logistics, and distribution activities to ensure smooth and efficient business operations.

• Lead sales initiatives, set and monitor targets, maintain strong relationships with key customers and distributors, and ensure accurate forecasting in collaboration with the supply chain team.

• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance to meet profitability goals, analysing results and taking corrective action where needed.

• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory updates; ensure adherence to all local laws and company policies while sharing key market insights with leadership.

• Build strategic partnerships, represent the company at industry events, and strengthen the organisation's presence and network across the Livestock sector.

What You'll Bring:

• Strong commercial acumen with an in-depth understanding of livestock operations, market trends, and business growth strategies.

• Proven leadership abilities with a track record of self-motivation, driving change, and delivering results.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Analytical and detail-oriented, with proficiency in financial analysis and budget management.

• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Bengali.