About Flipkart

At Flipkart, we're driven by our purpose of empowering every Indian's dream by delivering value through innovation in technology and commerce. With a customer base of over 350 million, product coverage of over 150 million across 80+ categories, a focus on generating direct and indirect employment and a commitment to empowering generations of entrepreneurs and MSMEs, all driven by a sustainable growth strategy – Flipkart is maximizing for customers, stakeholders, and the planet at large!

Flipkart is a part of the Walmart-owned Flipkart Group, which also includes group companies Flipkart Health+, Myntra, and Cleartrip.

Job Description

Manager - Central

Open Positions

1

Skills Required

Business Development, Sales, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills

Location

Bangalore,Karnataka

Education/Qualification

Degree, Masters, Engineering

Years Of Exp

5 to 10 Years

About the Role

Manager - Central

EB FFAAS Business Development and Sales Manager role is to develop the business line of Ekart on this new service line, expand market presence and drive growth in the freight forwarding industry. 

This role includes identifying opportunities, building client relationships, and executing sales strategies to meet revenue goals. Essential qualifications include a strong understanding of freight forwarding, negotiation skills, and a commitment to customer service.

About the team

Manager - Central

Reporting to Business head

You are Responsible for

Key responsibilities:

New Business Development:

Identify and pursue new leads in the freight forwarding sector for air &  ocean

Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve sales targets.

Analyze the market and competitors to find growth areas.

Client Relationship Management:

Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and offer tailored solutions.

Manage key accounts and ensure excellent service.

Create and deliver presentations and proposals that meet client needs.

Sales Strategy and Execution:

Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue goals.

Negotiate contracts and pricing.

Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies as needed.

Stay current on industry trends and regulations.

Internal Collaboration and Coordination:

Work with internal teams & Partners to ensure smooth service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Provide input on pricing and operational improvements.

To succeed in this role – you should have the following

Proven ability to meet sales targets.

Detailed knowledge of freight forwarding operations, including various transport modes and customs regulations.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Strong customer focus.

Self-motivated and results-oriented.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Why work with us?

At Flipkart, we promise to maximize what you care about the most. You get an opportunity to leave a mark on the lives of a billion Indians. You’ll be encouraged to experiment, learn and grow within various opportunities at Flipkart. You’ll work with some of the smartest people from the most diverse backgrounds. And while you do all of this, you will experience our culture of care and industry-leading policies for you and your loved ones that enable you to focus on doing your best work.

Every Flipster is a maximizer – curious, with an ownership mindset, and a willingness to take on big challenges. We are driven by our values of audacity, bias for action, customer-first, with integrity and inclusion. If you resonate with these, Flipkart is just the place for you to thrive!

We understand that your own aspiration and journey is unique. And we respect that. You choose what you want to maximize, and we provide you the platform for it. Because when you maximize, we maximize.

Know more about life and working at Flipkart here.

Being Yourself @ Flipkart

Flipkart respects and values differences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to promoting a diverse workplace culture where every individual is valued for who they are, regardless of race, color, age, faith, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, marital status, professional pedigree, physical ability, veteran status, or any other characteristics. We firmly believe that when people with diverse identities and perspectives work together, we create the most value – for our customers, our people, and society. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, where diverse teams innovate and excel every day.