Assistant Manager - Public Sector

About the Company

Our client is a leading provider of air conditioning and refrigeration solutions in Sri Lanka, representing globally recognized brands and delivering innovative climate control solutions across commercial, industrial, and public sector projects.

Job Overview

Our client is looking for a results-driven Assistant Sales Manager – Public Sector to drive business growth by promoting products and services to government ministries, state institutions, and public-sector organizations. The ideal candidate should possess strong relationship management, proposal handling, and business development skills with experience in public-sector sales operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies targeting government and public-sector organizations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential public-sector clients
• Support the Sales Manager in preparing proposals, tenders, quotations, and presentations
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of solutions and post-sales support
• Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitor activities, and new business opportunities
• Track sales performance and prepare reports to support business growth
• Participate in promotional activities, meetings, and events related to the public sector

Requirements

• Minimum G.C.E. A/L qualification; a degree or professional qualification in Sales, Marketing, or Business Management will be an added advantage
• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in sales or business development, preferably within the public sector
• Strong understanding of government procurement processes and tender procedures
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools
• Ability to build long-term professional relationships and manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and within a team

Preferred Skills

• Strong business development and client management capabilities
• Good analytical and reporting skills
• Ability to work under pressure and achieve sales targets
• Prior experience handling government or institutional accounts will be an added advantage

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