Regional Sales Manager South

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About Halma company Keeler Optical Inc:

Halma plc company Keeler Optical headquartered in Windsor is a leading global manufacturer of ophthalmic and medical diagnostic equipment with a heritage dating back to 1917. For over a century Keeler has specialized in the design manufacture and distribution of innovative eye care solutions earning a strong reputation for quality precision and reliability in the ophthalmic industry. The company continuously invests in advanced technologies and product innovation to support eye care professionals worldwide. Keelers extensive product portfolio includes handheld and indirect ophthalmoscopes ophthalmic ultrasounds slit lamps tonometers cryosurgical equipment loupes and otoscopes making it a trusted name in ophthalmic diagnostics and vision care globally.

Position Objective

(The purpose of role in current business/market scenario):

The position is responsible and accountable for profitably growing sales in the region. As the manager of a key territory of the south region the RSM is expected to set a basis for current and future growth through active management of existing accounts thought leader relations conducting direct sales creating opportunities for growth for products that have additional potential or those that are declining or flat and identifying and developing new channels.

Responsibilities (KRAs / deliverables / job expectations):

• Accountable and responsible for the regional sales strategy for the region and for achieving (and over-delivering) sales plans for the region across all product segments (Core Keeler Product range & Ophthalmic Ultrasound).
• Assess own and strengthen the right distributor partnerships to deliver growth across the entire Keeler product portfolio in the entire region.
• Plan and implement sales customer/distributor evaluation and retention goals/metrics and drive effective execution of those plans.
• Manage and balance direct distributor and digital sales channels.
• Identify new market segments and untapped regions across the region as growth targets and drive corresponding growth.
• Source manage and close business development/B2B deals that are consistent with the companys strategy for revenue growth and long-term partnership across all product segments.
• Build Keelers presence and create market pull across the region in hospitals medical schools surgery centres government institutions residency programs and other channels (ENT & veterinary) through meaningful and targeted field visits.
• Ensure every customer receives high-quality service and support as rapidly as possible.
• Be analytical in evaluating sales and trends for the region and adjusting actions accordingly to achieve sales plans.
• Own the product forecasting for the region providing monthly insights and reporting on the product pipeline and forecast.
• Lead Keelers presence at industry trade events and shows and drive sales growth via such events.
• Conduct direct sales training product demonstrations and presentations to distributors and end-users for products as required.
• Build a strong network of KOLs and influencers in the region and conduct educational seminars and webinars in partnership with KOLs and influencers.
• Provide local market data insights and recommendations to maximize the business potential from the companys assets strengths and opportunities.

Critical Success factors (critical / high impact aspects of role):

• Exceeding sales targets & Strengthening dealer network.
• Growing sales for all products and identifying new growth strategies and channels.
• Developing a strong command of Keelers range of products
• Instilling confidence in the Distributors command and understanding of Keelers products.
• Capturing market share from competitors.
• Generating a market pull and demand for Keelers products by establishing relationships with leading KOLs and institutions.
• Penetrating teaching institutions to train and recommend Keeler products.
• Demonstrate the value of Keelers products to create customer preference as opposed to price-driven sales.

Academic qualification

• BE/ BTech in Biomedical / Instrumentation /Electronics Engineering

Experience (exposure)

• 10-15 years of sales experience of selling Ophthalmic Equipment/Medical Devices

Key attributes (critical functional competencies)

• Experience of selling Ophthalmic Equipment is mandatory
• Experience of setting up and managing distributors in South India
• Experience in direct sales or willingness to conduct direct sales Demonstrated record of achieving consistent year-over-year growth and exceeding sales quota.
• Good Command over English & South Indian Language
• Open to travel 15-20 days in a month approx.

Competencies (fundamental skills and attitudes)

• Passion for top-line growth technology and customer satisfaction.
• Proven track record of working across different geographies and diverse cultures.
• Experience operating in a small but dynamic and fast-moving business environment and enjoys operating with a sense of urgency.
• Agile Strategic & Critical thinker and fast learner
• Strong communicator and excellent presenter with strong business acumen and excellent commercial sense.
• Be willing and able to operate in a lean environment and be creative and prudent in optimizing spending.
• Highly collaborative team player with the ability to engage quickly influence and gain followership.
• Active and effective change agent; thrives in driving change while ensuring flawless execution and delivery.
• High expectations for self and others regarding delivery and performance
• Comfortable challenging the status quo and driving change.
• A solutions provider (versus solely a problem identifier)
• Willing to zoom out and operate at the big picture level but equally be willing and able to work as an individual contributor and do what is needed to get the job done and deliver results.
• Be willing to travel domestically as needed (75% travel).

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