Vikas Publishing (S. Chand Group)
Website:
vikaspublishing.com
Job details:
Company Description Vikas Publishing, part of the S. Chand Group, is a long-established publisher of educational and general books, founded in 1969. Headquartered in Delhi with branches in Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, and Kolkata, the company offers over 1,200 active titles, including school and college textbooks and mass-market books. Vikas reaches more than 5,000 booksellers across India and over 500 booksellers internationally in SAARC countries, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, and participates in major book fairs and exhibitions worldwide. Supported by a dynamic team of around 130 professionals, including a strong sales and product development workforce, Vikas also publishes Madhubun Educational Books, a trusted children’s imprint used by thousands of schools for KG to class 12. Together with UBS Publishers’ Distributors Pvt. Ltd, the group is among the largest and most respected players in the Indian book trade.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Sales Executive role based in Surat. The Sales Executive will be responsible for promoting and selling Vikas and Madhubun titles to schools, colleges, institutions, and booksellers in the assigned territory. Daily activities include meeting existing and prospective clients, presenting product portfolios, conducting sales visits, and following up on leads to achieve sales targets. The role involves developing and maintaining strong relationships with distributors and retailers, coordinating orders and deliveries, and tracking market trends and competitor activities. The Sales Executive will also prepare regular sales reports, support promotional campaigns and book exhibitions, and collaborate closely with the regional and head office teams.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in sales, preferably in publishing, education, FMCG, or related industries, with a strong track record of meeting targets.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with schools, colleges, institutions, distributors, and retailers.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with proficiency in English and local languages.
- Good understanding of academic and educational products, and interest in the Indian education and book trade sector.
- Ability to plan territory coverage, manage time effectively, and work independently while coordinating with regional and head office teams.
- Comfort with basic computer applications (e.g., MS Office, email, spreadsheets) and maintaining accurate sales records.
- Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory and participate in book fairs, exhibitions, and promotional events.
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a specialization in Business, Marketing, or Education is an advantage.
- Self-motivated, result-oriented mindset, and readiness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
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