Sales Manager

Company Description Reliance General Insurance is one of Indias leading private general insurance companies, offering over 94 customized products for corporate, SME, and individual customers. The company is known for innovation, including Indias first over-the-counter health and home insurance policies and a strong e-commerce platform for easy policy purchase via web and phone. With over 200 offices across 173 cities in 22 states, Reliance General Insurance provides wide distribution coverage and 24x7 customer service support. It is also the first insurance company in India to receive ISO 9001:2000 certification across all functions, processes, products, and locations, reflecting its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Role Description This is a full-time Sales Manager role based in Pandharpur with a hybrid work arrangement, allowing some work-from-home flexibility. The Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales of general insurance products, managing and expanding the customer base, and achieving revenue and growth targets in the assigned territory. Daily activities include leading and mentoring a sales team, planning and executing sales strategies, tracking performance metrics, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. The role involves building relationships with distribution partners, corporate and retail clients, coordinating with internal teams for smooth policy issuance and servicing, and staying updated on product offerings and market trends. The Sales Manager will also be expected to prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and participate in local marketing or promotional initiatives to strengthen the Reliance General Insurance brand.

Qualifications

• Strong sales and business development skills, including experience in target setting, pipeline management, and closing deals.
• Proficiency in customer relationship management, with the ability to build long-term partnerships and provide high-quality service.
• Team leadership and people management skills, including mentoring, performance monitoring, and motivation of sales staff.
• Analytical and planning abilities to develop territory strategies, interpret sales data, and prepare accurate reports and forecasts.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both verbal and written, with the capacity to present products clearly and persuasively.
• Familiarity with general insurance products and regulatory guidelines; prior experience in insurance or financial services is preferred.
• Comfort with digital tools, CRM systems, and basic MS Office applications to manage sales activities and documentation.
• Bachelors degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing business priorities.