Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Timeline

Abhishek Suresh Thakur

Sales Professional
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra

Summary

Driven and results-focused sales and marketing professional with a strong history of contributing to business growth and enhancing market presence, while successfully closing high-value deals. Brings expertise in franchise acquisition, B2B sales, and fostering customer engagement. Proficient in market research, competitive analysis, and strategic brand positioning. Dedicated to achieving measurable results through data-informed decision-making and strategies that prioritize the customer experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Business Development Executive

Jaro Education
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Secured three high-ticket admissions, generating ₹6.5 lakhs in revenue in one month.
  • Improved conversion speed and enhanced client engagement by streamlining the lead funnel.
  • Analyzed pricing and demand to shape enrollment strategies.
  • Used CRM for proactive follow-ups and timely closures.

Management Trainee - Business Development

Junction of Tyres Pvt. Ltd
08.2024 - 09.2024
  • Partnered with four new franchisees and generated ₹5 lakhs in 30 days.
  • Expanded the market across Telangana by opening seven new outlets.
  • Developed and managed a franchise pipeline for fast onboarding.
  • Tracked growth and revenue trends using DSR and WSR reports.

Sales and Business Development Intern

IFB
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Sold products worth over ₹2 lakhs by matching them to consumer buying behavior.
  • Raised customer satisfaction by 25% through consultative selling and fast issue resolution.
  • Enhanced average revenue per client through cross-selling and upselling.
  • Studied competitors and consumer trends to improve product positioning.
  • Achieved total sales of over ₹7.5 lakhs in three months.

Health Insurance Advisor

Star Health and Allied Insurance
12.2021 - 05.2023
  • Advised over 50 clients and matched 60% with suitable insurance plans.
  • Increased product placements by 30% through direct client outreach.
  • Raised client retention and referrals by 20% through proactive follow-ups.

Research Associate

Macleods Pharmaceutical
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Developed and validated analytical methods for 30+ products, improving test precision by 15%.
  • Worked with R&D and QA teams to speed up development by 10%.
  • Led weekly project meetings to track milestones and ensure timely delivery.

Research Associate

Lupin Ltd
05.2018 - 12.2020
  • Completed over 100 lab projects, following strict quality standards.
  • Led method development for analysis, improving accuracy.
  • Trained junior analysts to boost lab efficiency.

Education

PGDM - Marketing And Sales

ITM BUSINESS SCHOOL

Master of Science - Biochemistry

Guru Nanak Khalsa College

Skills

Sales strategy implementation

Certification

Advanced strategy for products and marketing – IIM Kozhikode

Affiliations

  • President—Rotary Club, Millennium City, Kharghar (2023-2024)
  • Organized blood donation camps and NGO fundraising events
  • Coordinated beach cleanup drives post-Ganesh Chaturthi

Accomplishments

  • Best Manager and Ad Mad Winner—Intercollegiate Event, Pillai College (2024)
  • Case Crackdown (case study) winner—Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management (2023)
  • Bravo Awards (Lupin Ltd.)—Recognized for teamwork, time management, and excellence (2019, 2020)

Timeline

Business Development Executive - Jaro Education
01.2025 - 03.2025
Management Trainee - Business Development - Junction of Tyres Pvt. Ltd
08.2024 - 09.2024
Sales and Business Development Intern - IFB
04.2024 - 07.2024
Health Insurance Advisor - Star Health and Allied Insurance
12.2021 - 05.2023
Research Associate - Macleods Pharmaceutical
01.2021 - 06.2021
Research Associate - Lupin Ltd
05.2018 - 12.2020
Guru Nanak Khalsa College - Master of Science, Biochemistry
ITM BUSINESS SCHOOL - PGDM, Marketing And Sales
Abhishek Suresh ThakurSales Professional