Position Summary
The VP of Sales will serve as the foundational sales leader for Brand during this critical early-stage growth phase. This executive-level position demands a experienced sales leader with deep understanding of B2B industrial markets, particularly welding equipment and consumables, who can build revenue generation systems from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities
Revenue Foundation & Early-Stage Growth
- Develop and execute foundational sales strategies to achieve revenue targets
- Establish market presence and brand recognition in heavy industry verticals, including fabrication, shipbuilding, structural steel, oil & gas, and infrastructure
- Build sustainable sales processes, CRM systems, and pipeline management from startup phase
- Drive customer acquisition focusing on securing 25–40 key accounts in the first 18 months
Team Building & Startup Leadership
Build a lean, high-performing sales team starting with 3–5 core sales professionals, scaling to 8–12 by end of Year 2Recruit sales talent with welding industry expertise and proven track records in startup or early-stage B2B industrial environmentsDevelop comprehensive onboarding and training programs focusing on FCAW technical knowledge and consultative selling methodologiesEstablish performance-driven culture with clear KPIs and growth-stage appropriate incentive structuresMarket Development & Customer Relations
Identify and penetrate key market segments, establishing Brand as a credible alternative to established welding consumable suppliersLead customer education initiatives positioning Brand as the technical authority in flux cored wire applicationsCultivate strategic relationships with early adopters and reference customers in heavy engineering and fabrication sectorsSpearhead participation in industry trade shows and technical conferences to build brand visibility and generate leadsStartup Operations & Strategic Execution
Work closely with MD and founding team to refine go-to-market strategy and product positioning based on market feedbackEstablish distributor and channel partner relationships to accelerate market penetrationDrive product-market fit validation through direct customer engagement and feedback loopsImplement data-driven sales analytics to optimize conversion rates and customer acquisition costsRequired Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferredMinimum 12+ years of progressive B2B sales experience with at least 5–7 years in senior sales rolesProven startup or early-stage company experience, preferably in manufacturing, industrial equipment, or welding consumablesTrack record of building sales organizations from early stages and achieving first ₹50+ million revenue milestonesTechnical & Industry Expertise
Deep understanding of welding processes, particularly FCAW, GMAW, SMAW, and related consumablesKnowledge of AWS welding standards, certifications, and industry best practicesFamiliarity with heavy industry applications including structural steel, shipbuilding, oil & gas, and infrastructure projectsUnderstanding of metallurgy, weld quality parameters, and performance metrics relevant to industrial applicationsStartup Leadership & Business Acumen
Demonstrated success in building sales functions from ground zero in competitive B2B marketsExperience managing early-stage sales cycles with 3–12 month decision timeframes in industrial sectorsProven ability to develop and execute go-to-market strategies for technical products in startup environmentsStrong financial acumen including revenue modeling, budget management, and pricing strategy development appropriate for early-stage companiesEssential Skills & Competencies
Entrepreneurial Sales Leadership
Exceptional ability to build and motivate small, agile sales teams in resource-constrained environmentsAdvanced relationship-building skills with ability to establish credibility quickly with industrial customersStrategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capabilities essential for startup environmentsData-driven decision making using sales metrics, customer feedback, and market intelligenceCommunication & Market Development
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English and Hindi; regional language proficiency advantageousExecutive-level presentation skills for technical audiences, industry forums, and potential investorsAbility to translate complex technical benefits into compelling business value propositions for early adoptersStrong networking capabilities to quickly establish presence in welding and heavy engineering communitiesMarket Knowledge
Understanding of Indian manufacturing landscape and heavy industry growth patternsAwareness of welding consumables market dynamics, competitive positioning, and emerging opportunitiesKnowledge of startup funding cycles, investor expectations, and scalable business model developmentSkills Required
pipeline management , Fcaw, Smaw, sales analytics, GMAW, Crm Systems