Deputy Zonal Manager

Deputy Zonal Manager - Sales (General Insurance)Location: Pune, MaharashtraTravel Requirement: Extensive travel across Maharashtra is mandatoryIndustry: Insurance (BFSI - Investments & Trading)Employment Type: Full-Time, PermanentRole Category: General Insurance Sales Leadership About the RoleWe are looking for a highly driven and experienced Deputy Zonal Manager - Sales to lead and expand General Insurance business operations across Maharashtra. This leadership role involves managing multi-layered sales teams, driving regional business strategy, and ensuring strong execution across multiple territories.The ideal candidate should have proven experience in handling geographically spread field sales teams and must be comfortable with frequent travel across the entire Maharashtra region for business operations, team management, and market expansion activities. Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage Area Managers, Team Leaders, and large field sales teams across MaharashtraDrive zonal sales performance and ensure achievement of business targets and KPIsDevelop and execute regional sales strategies aligned with organizational growth goalsConduct regular performance reviews, field visits, training sessions, and skip-level meetingsMonitor sales productivity and improve operational efficiency across territoriesBuild strong relationships with key channel partners, clients, and stakeholdersAnalyze market trends, business performance, and sales metrics to identify growth opportunitiesEnsure proper implementation of company policies, IRDAI compliance, and audit standardsDrive business expansion initiatives across urban and semi-urban markets in MaharashtraCoordinate with cross-functional teams for seamless execution of sales operations

Eligibility CriteriaEducationGraduate in any disciplineMBA preferredExperienceMinimum 7-10 years of experience in General Insurance SalesAt least 3-5 years of experience managing Area Managers / Team LeadersStrong experience handling zonal or multi-location sales operationsProven track record of managing large field sales teams across regionsMandatory RequirementsProficiency in Marathi (spoken)Strong experience in General Insurance SalesMust be willing to travel extensively across MaharashtraExperience managing geographically distributed teamsStrong understanding of Maharashtra insurance markets and distribution networksDesired SkillsStrong leadership and team management capabilitiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrategic thinking with strong business acumenAbility to manage high-pressure, target-driven environmentsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsCapability to scale sales operations across multiple territoriesIdeal Candidate ProfileProven success in leading regional or zonal insurance sales teamsExperience driving aggressive business growth in competitive marketsComfortable managing large-scale field operations and frequent travelStrong people management and coaching capabilitiesAbility to build high-performing sales teams across locationsImportant CV Highlight (Mandatory)Candidates applying for this role should clearly mention the following in their CV:Experience handling Maharashtra marketTeam handling span and regional coverageWillingness and experience in extensive travel across MaharashtraMulti-location / zonal team management experienceGeneral Insurance business achievements and target accomplishments