Area Manager, Sales in Noida, Uttar Pradesh at Oxford University Press

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

This is a strong opportunity to take ownership of a key sales territory within Oxford University Press’s School Education business. As an Area Manager, Sales, you will play a critical role in driving revenue growth and strengthening market presence across your assigned region.

This role presents a positive career move for professionals looking to step into a more strategic and ownership-driven position. You will have the autonomy to influence business outcomes while contributing to a purpose-led organisation committed to improving learning outcomes and supporting educators and institutions.

The role is particularly engaging as it combines territory management, customer engagement, and solution-oriented selling. You will work closely with schools and internal cross-functional teams, while also gaining exposure to both print and digital educational solutions in a dynamic and evolving market.

In this role, you will:

• Drive achievement of sales and collection budgets for the assigned territory through effective planning and execution
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and promote education products in the market
• Focus on retention and growth of market share within the territory
• Promote educational titles in the schools segment across designated areas
• Deliver value-added services such as workshops and educational engagement activities
• Execute sales plans effectively to achieve business targets
• Ensure timely collections and closely track monthly collection budgets
• Provide high levels of customer service and maintain strong relationships with schools
• Manage accounts and monitor financial performance within the territory
• Collaborate with internal teams including digital sales, operations, academic excellence, marketing, and product teams

Impact:
Your role will directly contribute to revenue growth, market expansion, and stronger customer relationships within your territory. By ensuring effective execution and engagement with schools, you will play a key role in enhancing OUP’s presence and performance in the education sector.

• Minimum 6 years of experience in a relevant industry
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel within the assigned territory
• Strong knowledge of the assigned market/territory
• Solution-oriented sales approach with exposure to digital products

• Understanding and appreciation of the school education ecosystem, including its structure, environment, and key challenges

Please contact shariq.anwar@oup.com with any queries relating to this role. To ensure a smooth application process, please submit your CV through the application link rather than via email.

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