Sales Manager

• Sales Manager
• Company: Shriram Life Insurance
• Job Location: Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, India
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Company Description

Shriram Life Insurance is driven by a customer-centric approach, offering affordable and high-quality life insurance solutions tailored to the needs of the average individual in India. The company leverages technology-led innovation through digital platforms such as ShriMithra, Astra, ShriA, and the Smart Suraksha Card to deliver seamless service experiences. With a strong commitment to both rural and urban markets, around 40% of its business comes from rural areas, reflecting its focus on broad financial inclusion. Shriram Life Insurance is built on decades of trust, integrity, and operational excellence, supported by robust core values that guide every aspect of its work.

Role Description

The Sales Manager will be responsible for leading and developing a high-performing sales team to drive life insurance business growth in the Srikakulam region. This full-time, hybrid role involves managing on-site activities in Srikakulam while allowing some work-from-home flexibility for planning, reporting, and virtual customer interactions. Day-to-day tasks include achieving sales targets, identifying new customer segments, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners, and monitoring sales performance. The role also includes coaching and mentoring sales executives, supporting them with training and guidance, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The Sales Manager will collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement sales strategies, support marketing initiatives, and deliver an excellent customer experience across rural and urban markets.

• Qualifications
• Proven sales leadership skills, including team management, performance monitoring, and mentoring to achieve business targets.
• Strong relationship-building and customer service abilities, with experience engaging diverse customer segments in both rural and urban markets.
• Solid business development and negotiation skills, with the capacity to identify opportunities, close deals, and expand market presence.
• Comfort with digital tools and technology-driven processes, including CRM systems, online sales platforms, and remote communication tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain insurance products clearly and build trust with customers and stakeholders.
• Good analytical and reporting skills, including experience tracking sales metrics, preparing performance reports, and using data for decision-making.
• Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field; relevant experience in insurance or financial services sales is highly preferred.
• Ability to work in a hybrid setup based in Srikakulam, manage field activities, and coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams. .