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Job Description:
Position Title: Sales Manager – Rental Business (Air Compressors & Allied Equipment)
Location: Pan India/ready to travel(Open to locations)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales Manager to drive the growth of our Rental Business for Air Compressors and Allied Equipment . The ideal candidate should possess strong industry knowledge, a proven sales track record, and extensive experience in rental solutions for industries such as construction, mining, infrastructure, oil & gas, power, manufacturing, and industrial projects.
The role involves generating new business, managing key accounts, developing rental opportunities, and achieving revenue and profitability targets while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Development
- Identify and develop new rental business opportunities for air compressors and allied equipment.
- Expand market presence across target industries including construction, infrastructure, mining, manufacturing, power, oil & gas, and process industries.
- Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve rental revenue targets.
- Generate inquiries, negotiate contracts, and close rental deals.
Customer Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, contractors, consultants, EPC companies, and project owners.
- Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable rental solutions.
- Conduct regular customer visits to identify opportunities and strengthen business relationships.
- Ensure high customer satisfaction and retention levels.
Sales & Revenue Management
- Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and pricing strategies.
- Prepare commercial proposals, quotations, and rental agreements.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions while maintaining profitability.
Project & Rental Fleet Coordination
- Coordinate with operations and service teams for equipment deployment and timely delivery.
- Ensure smooth execution of rental projects from order booking to completion.
- Monitor equipment utilization and maximize rental fleet productivity.
- Support collection of payments and manage overdue accounts.
Reporting & Market Intelligence
- Maintain accurate sales forecasts and pipeline reports.
- Provide regular market feedback and competitor intelligence.
- Prepare MIS reports and present business performance reviews to management.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify improvement opportunities.
- Provide inputs on Renal fleet expansion and enhancement based on the market intelligence, innovative ideas for business growth.
Profile:
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
- MBA (Sales & Marketing) preferred.
Experience
- 8–10 years of sales experience, with around 5 years in rental sales of air compressors, generators, dryers, nitrogen generators, pumps, or allied industrial equipment.
- Strong understanding of industrial and construction applications.
- Experience handling key accounts and large project-based sales.
Technical Knowledge
- Sound knowledge of:
- Air Compressors (Diesel & Electric)
- Air Dryers
- Nitrogen Generators
- Boosters
- Portable Compressors
- Industrial Rental Equipment
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
- Strong customer relationship management abilities.
- Business development and market expansion expertise.
- Commercial and contractual understanding.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and achieve aggressive targets.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Rental Revenue Achievement
- New Customer Acquisition
- Rental Fleet Utilization Rate
- Gross Margin Achievement
- Collection Efficiency
- Number of Rental Contracts Secured
- Customer Retention Rate
- Pipeline Growth and Conversion Ratio
Preferred Industry Background:
Candidates from the following organizations/industries will be preferred:
- Air Compressor Manufacturers
- Equipment Rental Companies
- Construction Equipment Companies
- Power Rental Businesses
- Industrial Equipment Solution Providers
- Mining & Infrastructure Equipment Companies
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