Sahuwala Cylinders

Position : Sales HeadLocation : Visakhapatnam (Vizag)Experience : 20+ YearsIndustry Preference : Automotive / Industrial Cylinders / Engineering ManufacturingEmployment Type : Full-timeRole Overview:We are seeking a highly experienced Sales Head to lead and scale the sales function for a manufacturing-driven organization. The ideal candidate will bring deep domain expertise in automotive components or industrial cylinders, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of driving large-scale B2B sales growth.Key Responsibilities:Sales Strategy & Leadership:- Define and execute the overall sales strategy aligned with business growth objectives.- Lead national / regional sales teams and build a high-performance sales culture.- Drive revenue growth across OEMs, Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers, and industrial customers.Business Development & Key Accounts:- Develop and manage strategic key accounts in automotive and cylinder-based industries.- Build long-term relationships with CXOs, procurement heads, and plant leadership.- Identify new markets, customers, and product opportunities.Market Expansion & Planning:- Oversee demand forecasting, sales planning, and pipeline management.- Analyze market trends, competitor movements, and pricing strategies.- Support new product introductions and capacity expansion & Stakeholder Management:- Work closely with production, QA, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure seamless execution.- Lead contract negotiations, pricing approvals, and commercial decisions.- Represent the organization at industry forums, exhibitions, and customer meets.Governance & Reporting:- Review sales MIS, forecasts, margins, and performance metrics.- Present strategic updates and growth plans to senior management / board.Key Requirements:- 20+ years of experience in B2B sales leadership within automotive or industrial cylinder manufacturing.- Strong exposure to OEM sales, industrial clients, and long sales cycles.- Proven experience managing large sales teams and complex accounts.- Excellent negotiation, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.- Engineering background preferred; MBA is an added advantage.- Willingness to be based in Vizag. (ref:iimjobs.com)