Sales Manager

About Us:

At SarthhakAI, we’re building bodh scientific™, an AI-driven platform that helps scientists and engineers accelerate R&D- from experiment design to formulation optimization. We work with leading organizations in the field of Chemicals, Life Sciences and Material Sciences to bring AI into real-world scientific workflows.

We’re now looking for a smart, curious, and proactive Business Development & Sales Associate to help us expand our reach and build relationships with enterprise clients, research institutions, and innovative science-led companies.

We would prefer if you are based in the NCR region, and should be open to occasional travel.

What You’ll Do

• Enterprise Outreach: Identify and approach R&D and manufacturing companies (chemicals, coatings, polymers, pharma, packaging, etc.) to introduce bodh scientific.
• Lead Generation: Research and connect with decision-makers (CTOs, Heads of R&D, Innovation Managers) through email, LinkedIn, and events.
• Sales Pipeline Management: Schedule demos, maintain CRM updates, and support founders in proposal and follow-up communication.
• Product Demos & Presentations: Learn and demonstrate the product value proposition in simple, impactful language.
• Social Media & Marketing Support:
• Help run outreach campaigns and webinars.
• Assist in drafting short posts or content ideas for LinkedIn and email marketing.
• Event & Conference Support: Represent the company at expos, academic events, and online workshops.

What We’re Looking For

• You must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science or Engineering (Chemistry, Material Science, Life Sciences preferred). We would also prefer experience/education in a commerce/business stream. 
• Strong curiosity about AI and R&D, interested in how AI transforms research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English) 
• Comfort with LinkedIn, CRM tools (HubSpot/Apollo), and outreach platforms.
• Ability to think strategically and execute independently.
• Startup mindset- resourceful, organized, and proactive.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing deeptech startup shaping the future of R&D.
• Work directly with founders and clients across India and abroad.
• Learn how to sell a high-tech B2B SaaS product to enterprise clients.
• Exposure to cutting-edge fields- AI, scientific R&D, and innovation.
• Growth opportunities in business development, partnerships, or marketing.

Compensation

• Competitive base pay + performance-based incentives
• Additional perks for event participation, travel, and client demos

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive B2B sales of HRMS / ERP software solutions
• Handle complete sales cycle: client interaction, product demo, proposal, and closure
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and ensure regular follow-ups
• Identify and approach new prospects from targeted industries
• Meet monthly/quarterly sales targets

🔹 Required Skills:

• 4–6 years of experience in B2B software sales (preferably HRMS / ERP domain)
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to deliver product demos and explain software features clearly
• Comfortable with target-based environment
• Local candidates from Gurgaon, Delhi/NCR only.
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🔹 Good to Have:

• Experience in construction ERP / domain-specific ERP sales
• Prior experience with companies like GreytHR, Keka, Zoho People, HRMantra, etc.

Skills Required:

• Proven experience as a Sales Executive in the freight forwarding or Custom Clearance or Shipping or logistics industry
• In-depth knowledge of international logistics including but not limited to freight forwarding processes, Jargons, regulations, and industry standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills especially in English
• Demonstrated ability to convert new customers and meet sales target
• Should have experience in handling face-to-face sales meetings i.e meeting with clients and building relationships and understanding their needs.
• Strong negotiation & closing skills
• Customer- centric approach with a passion for building and maintaining client relationships
• Self motivated and results oriented

KRAs

• Identifying and Building new customers
• Answering inbound queries with technical know-how and expertise
• Prepare and present competitive proposals and contracts to clients
• Identify and target potential clients in various industries by analyzing data
• Doing and Maintaining strong follow-ups and meetings to ensure the client is well catered to and responded
• Fixing appointments and creating schedules and meetings for approaching the right set of targeted clients
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Maintain and expand relationships with existing clients.
• Meet or exceed projected sales numbers by closing clients and negotiating contracts
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitors, and market conditions to adapt sales tactics accordingly

• Proven track record of successful sales achievements and a deep understanding of sales principles and techniques.
• Exceptional communication skills with fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, allowing you to connect effectively with client.
• Self-motivated, driven, and results-oriented with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Technologically proficient, and able to adapt to various sales and customer relationship management software.

Outline of the responsibilities

• Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
• Utilise Pipedrive, cold calling, LinkedIn and email to generate new sales opportunities
• Identify prospect's needs and suggest appropriate products/services
• Build long-term trusting relationships with prospects to qualify leads as sales opportunities
• Proactively seek new business opportunities in the market
• Set up meetings or calls between (prospective) customers and sales executives
• Report to sales manager with weekly, monthly, and quarterly results

• Required Skills and Qualifications:
• 1-3 years of sales experience, with a history of exceeding lead targets
• Strong communication skills via phone and email
• Proven creative problem-solving approach and strong analytical skills
• Strong desire and ability to move up within a sales organization
• Experience in prospecting in US market

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency with Pipedrive or other CRM software
• Prior experience as a sales and business development rep with a track record of achieving sales quotes

We’re seeking a qualified Sales Manager to sell Whitehat Jr’s product that our customers have grown to rely on. The Sales Manager will utilise their skills to generate high quality leads, build a strong relationship with customers and close deals. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner with strong negotiating skills, and demonstrate the ability to showcase our offerings in a compelling way.

Role details (please read)

Scope: Exceed targets for New Sales, Referrals or Renewals, in an individual contributor role

Work Location: Remote online work until offices reopen, candidate may be based anywhere in India

Working days: 6 working days with 1 day-off which may be during week

Shifts (subject to change): shift start hour will be after 6 AM and shift end hour before 12 midnight

Mandatory Language Fluency: English, Hindi

Laptop/Wi-fi: candidates to use their own laptops, wi-fi will be reimbursed

Additional Compensation: If applicable, this will be decided basis your allocated shift after you join

Qualifications

• Proven B2C Sales track record of exceeding targets, >2 years of Sales experience

• Fluency in English and Hindi, ability and willingness to deliver in a high pressure environment

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, and organisational skills.

• Ability to counsel a parent for the child's future

• Comfortable with changing shift timings so that we may serve our customers better

• Graduation is not mandatory for candidates with 3+ years of experience

• Working knowledge of Salesforce, spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets ) and powerpoint 

• To appoint Block Sales Manager in their respective Districts.
• To manage sales operations in assigned district to achieve revenue goals.
• To supervise sales team members on daily basis and provide guidance whenever needed.
• To identify skill gaps and conduct trainings to sales team.
• To work with team to implement new sales techniques to obtain profits.
• To assist in employee recruitment, promotion, retention and termination activities.
• To conduct employee performance evaluation and provide feedback for improvements.