Senior Sales Manager

HARKE GROUP


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Vadodara, Gujarat
Contract type: Full time


Welcome to the HARKE TEAM

We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven, and commercially minded Marketing & Business Development Professional with 5–10 years of proven experience in the chemical import and export industry. The ideal candidate has a strong track record of developing domestic and international markets, generating profitable business, and building long-term customer relationships across a wide range of industries.

This is an individual contributor role that requires a highly self-motivated professional capable of independently identifying business opportunities, driving sustainable sales growth, and making a significant contribution to the company's revenue and profitability.




Key Responsibilities

  • Drive international and domestic business development for chemical products across diverse industries.
  • Identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities into long-term customer partnerships.
  • Generate sustainable sales growth while maintaining healthy profit margins.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with manufacturers, distributors, traders, and industrial customers.
  • Develop and execute market expansion strategies while identifying new product and business opportunities.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing, and contracts with customers and suppliers.
  • Collaborate closely with procurement, logistics, and operations to ensure seamless order execution and customer satisfaction.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to shape effective business strategies.
  • Represent the company at customer meetings, trade fairs, and industry events.
  • Manage a robust sales pipeline and consistently achieve or exceed revenue and business objectives.



About us

The HARKE GROUP can look back on almost 60 years of company history, characterized by growth, diversification and internationalization. The company was founded in 1965 under the name SYNTANA Handelsgesellschaft E. Harke GmbH & Co. KG and has developed into a globally active family business. With around 250 employees in eleven countries, both in Europe and worldwide, the HARKE GROUP pursues a clear vision for sustainable success.

As an international distributor, the company offers a wide range of products from the chemical, plastics, pharmaceutical and food sectors. These include pharmaceutical raw materials, food additives and ingredients, food supplements, cosmetic raw materials, plastic raw materials and products as well as chemical raw materials. The Mülheim-based group of companies opens doors for its customers and suppliers to new, forward-looking sales and procurement markets in Europe and beyond. With in-depth specialist knowledge, personal customer service, reliable logistics and creative solutions in distribution, formulation and contract packaging, the HARKE GROUP brings its partners directly into the markets of tomorrow.



Your profile

  • 5–10 years of proven experience in chemical import/export, international sales, B2B business development, or commercial marketing within the chemical industry.
  • Strong understanding of international trade, export documentation, logistics, and supply chain operations.
  • An established network within the chemical industry is a distinct advantage.
  • Proven success in acquiring new customers, expanding existing accounts, and delivering sustainable business growth.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
  • Strong commercial acumen with a clear focus on revenue growth, profitability, and customer value.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.



Why us?

  • Opportunity to work in a growth-oriented and professionally managed organization.
  • High level of autonomy with significant decision-making responsibility.
  • Career advancement opportunities based on merit and business performance.
  • Exposure to global markets and international customers.
  • A collaborative and performance-driven work environment with excellent career growth opportunities.



Your Contact

Please submit your application, including your salary expectations and earliest possible start date. Mr. Nitin Darji ([email protected]) is available to answer any questions you may have.

We look forward to receiving your application!

HARKE International India
Private Limited
Tower A-507, K-10 Grand,
Sarabhai Compound, Gorwa Road
Vadodara-390023, Gujarat

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