Operations & Sales Manager

Job Title: Operations & Sales Manager

Company: KLASP Athleisure LLP

Location: Hyderabad, India

Experience Required: 6-8 years in managing offline and online sales and marketing

Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office

Job Description

KLASP Athleisure LLP, the parent company of the premium activewear brand Hoogah, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations & Sales Manager to drive growth and optimize our day-to-day operations. This role requires a strong leader with a proven track record in sales, team management, and vendor coordination, who is comfortable working in a startup environment and is flexible to take on diverse responsibilities.

Responsibilities

1. Sales Strategy & Execution:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to increase demand and expand market reach.
• Identify new offline and online sales opportunities, including partnerships, collaborations, and marketplace integrations.
• Track performance metrics and analyze sales data to inform and adjust sales strategies.

2. Team Coordination & Workflow Management:

• Lead and coordinate internal team members, including the Merchandiser, Designer, and Inventory Helper, to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Manage relationships with external part-time hires, including social media content creators, photographers, and event support, ensuring alignment with brand goals.
• Organize and lead regular team meetings to track progress on sales initiatives, operational tasks, and performance metrics.

3. Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

• Oversee vendor relationships, managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring quality and consistency in deliverables.
• Coordinate with logistics, manufacturing, and compliance agencies to meet operational standards and ensure a seamless production-to-sales process.

4. Operations Management:

• Monitor and optimize daily operations, ensuring efficient inventory management, order fulfillment, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure adherence to operational standards, workflows, and company policies, identifying and addressing any bottlenecks in real time.
• Support the development and implementation of new processes and tools to enhance productivity and accuracy.

5. Startup Adaptability & Task Flexibility:

• Adapt quickly to the fast-paced and evolving startup environment, taking on various responsibilities as needed.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to solve challenges and support new initiatives as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA is a plus.
• 6-8 years of experience in sales, operations, or a related role, with a strong background in e-commerce and/or retail.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in a startup or entrepreneurial environment.
• Proven experience in managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with sales forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Flexible, proactive, and results-driven with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

• Opportunity to be a core team member in a high-growth startup with a strong focus on brand values and customer experience.
• Work in a collaborative and innovative environment, with exposure to end-to-end operations of an e-commerce brand.

This is an ideal role for someone ready to bring leadership and operational expertise to a growing team in a high-energy, high-impact position.