Senior Area Manager, Sales

Job Title

• Title: Senior Area Manager, Sales
• Department: Sales – School Education
• Location: Chennai

About the Role

Introduction –

This is an exciting opportunity to join Oxford University Press (OUP), a globally respected institution, as a Senior Area Manager in Sales. This role offers a chance to shape the sales strategy for the Chennai market and lead a dynamic team in delivering impactful educational solutions. It represents a positive career move for professionals seeking to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values integrity, innovation, and excellence in education. The role is ideal for individuals passionate about making a difference in the education sector through strategic leadership and market engagement.

Opportunity –

As the Senior Area Manager, you will:

• Lead a team of six sales professionals to achieve regional sales targets.
• Develop and implement sales strategies for OUP’s print, blended, and digital products.
• Support the team in achieving their individual and collective sales goals.
• Profile potential schools and ensure comprehensive market coverage.
• Mentor and guide the team in product knowledge and sales skills.
• Allocate territories, set budgets and targets, and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Oversee daily operations including travel, expenses, and promotional planning.
• Strategize and execute marketing and workshop plans aligned with OUP’s focus areas.
• Ensure timely collections and uninterrupted supply chains.
• Forecast regional stock requirements and maintain availability across channels.
• Analyze market trends and report insights to senior leadership.
• Uphold OUP India’s public image through ethical business practices.

Your leadership will directly impact the growth and success of the region, contributing to OUP’s broader mission of advancing learning worldwide.

About You

Essential Criteria

• A degree from a reputed institute; additional professional qualifications are preferred.
• 8–10 years of relevant work experience, with prior experience in managing or leading sales teams being advantageous.
• Strong multitasking abilities and comfort in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and sound judgment.
• High integrity, dependability, and a results-oriented mindset.

Queries

Please contact shariq.anwar@oup.com with any queries relating to this role.

Salary

Dependent on skills and experience.

We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.