Division Sales Leader – Personal Safety

About the role

3M is seeking a Division Sales Leader for its Personal Safety Division in Bangalore. You will drive sales strategy, manage a small to medium sales team, and own revenue targets for industrial safety products across India.

Key responsibilities

• Set short‑term strategic direction and operating plans for the Personal Safety market.
• Define sales targets, budgets and allocate resources to achieve growth objectives.
• Directly supervise sales staff, including goal setting, performance management and coaching.
• Identify and develop market and product opportunities in the industrial B2B space.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional marketing and technical services teams to meet sales goals.
• Lead continuous‑improvement projects to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or management from an accredited university.
• 10–15 years of experience in industrial B2B sales, preferably in personal safety or trade markets.
• Proven track record of managing sales teams and achieving revenue targets.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in business management.

Required skills

• Knowledge of PPE standards and regulations (OSHA, NIOSH, BIS).
• Understanding of personal protective equipment applications.