Akhilesh Gowda c k
SALES AND MARKETING
BENGALURU
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
FREELANCER SALES
NBK CONSTRUCTIONS
BENGALURU
09.2023 - Current
- Identify and contact potential clients in construction industry to present product\services.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
- Collaborate with marketing team to develop sales strategies and campaigns.
- Provide regular reports on sales activities,progress and forecasts.
- Understand clients needs and provide solutions tailored to their requirements.
Business Development Manager
SAMRUDDHI ORGANIC FARM INDIA PVT LTD.
BENGALURU
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Identify, approach, and acquire new clients such as Food Processor,Food manufacturer,distributors and Horeca.
- Work on range selling and cross selling initiatives at existing accounts.
- Own end to end responsibility of order fulfillment-packages shipped out from warehouse or drop-shipping from supplier location-supplier followup,quality,packaging and shipping.
- Optimized sales funnels by leveraging data-driven insights to refine targeting strategies and maximize conversion rates.
Key Accounts Manager
MK MARKETING
BENGALURU
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Conducted regular account reviews to monitor progress, identify opportunities, and address concerns.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless project execution and exceptional client service.
- Coordinated with finance department for accurate invoicing procedures, reducing billing discrepancies significantly for both parties involved.
Team Leader
Metro Cash And Carry India Pvt Ltd.
BENGALURU
09.2016 - 09.2020
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize overall team output while minimizing costs.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute projects on time, within budget, and with high-quality outcomes.
Sales and Marketing Executive
Aviators Air Rescue
BENGALURU
05.2015 - 07.2016
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic marketing plans.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved team efficiency and productivity.
- Established strong relationships with key clients, resulting in repeat business and increased customer satisfaction.
- Implemented innovative promotional campaigns that generated significant growth in new customer acquisition.
Education
MBA - Marketing
RNS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
BENGALURU 05.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
PES DEGREE COLLEGE
BENGALURU 06.2010 - 05.2013
Skills
Lead Generation
Customer Service
Pipeline Development
Promotional planning
Mergers and Acquisitions
Prospecting
Salesforce Management
CRM Platforms
Stakeholder Communication
Client Consultations
Market understanding
Customer Acquisition
Marketing
Timeline
FREELANCER SALES
NBK CONSTRUCTIONS
09.2023 - Current
Business Development Manager
SAMRUDDHI ORGANIC FARM INDIA PVT LTD.
06.2022 - 08.2023
Key Accounts Manager
MK MARKETING
09.2020 - 05.2022
Team Leader
Metro Cash And Carry India Pvt Ltd.
09.2016 - 09.2020
Sales and Marketing Executive
Aviators Air Rescue
05.2015 - 07.2016
MBA - Marketing
RNS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
05.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
PES DEGREE COLLEGE
06.2010 - 05.2013