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Akshay Bangde

Akshay Bangde

Regional Sales Manager
Mumbai

Summary

Forward-thinking and results-driven sales leader with more than 12+ years of experience in partnership development, account management and channel building. Self-directed leader with talents in diversifying networks, product offerings and pricing strategies to drive growth with value-added solutions.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Regional Sales Manager

Kira Diam LLP
07.2023 - Current
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients in USA / UK / Australia territories.
  • Managed team of 6 regional sales representatives and consistently achieved high sales targets.
  • Contacted key accounts regularly and achieved high satisfaction scores by routinely re-assessing needs and resolving conflicts.
  • Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency, resulting in increased productivity and overall revenue growth.
  • Generated detailed sales reports and forecasts to analyze performance and track progress.
  • Finalized sales contracts with high-value customers.
  • Exceeded quarterly sales targets consistently by leveraging extensive product knowledge and effective selling techniques.
  • Attended industry conferences and trade shows to stay up-to-date with market trends and customer needs.
  • Trade shows attended :

IIJS 2023 - Mumbai

Jewellery & Gem World 2023 - Asia World Expo, Hong Kong

Delhi Jewellery & Gem Fair 2023 - Delhi

International Jewelry Trade Show 2023 - Tokyo, Japan

Jewelers Circular Keystone 2024 - Las Vegas, USA

Business Development Manager

Grown Diamond Corporation
01.2021 - 06.2023
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision maker's.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
  • Negotiated lucrative contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable pricing and terms for the company.
  • Optimized sales funnels by leveraging data-driven insights to refine targeting strategies and maximize conversion rates.

VIP Consultant

Shaadi.com
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
  • Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
  • Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
  • Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
  • Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple clients.
  • Handled Team of 5 with the own idea to meet - Greet Clients at their preferred location which was a great success for company

Senior Customer Service Executive

Tech Mahindra Business Services
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Answered multi-line phones and used active listening skills to assess client's issues and challenges.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complex customer inquiries promptly and accurately.
  • Managed escalated customer issues with diplomacy and professionalism, often turning challenging situations into positive outcomes.
  • Implemented quality assurance initiatives that resulted in decreased error rates across all channels of communication.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and queries to provide thorough and speedy resolutions.

Personal Banker

Barclays Bank PLC
1 2011 - 1 2016
  • Cross-sold bank products and services to meet customer needs and provide options.
  • Established new accounts for high net worth individuals and serviced existing accounts to maximize revenue.
  • Boosted sales of bank products through effective cross-selling and up-selling techniques.
  • Utilized strong interpersonal communication skills during client interactions, resulting in increased trust and fostering long-lasting relationships.
  • Provided ongoing mentorship to junior bankers, building their skills in sales techniques and customer relations management.

Education

HSC -

Vidyavardhini's Annasaheb Vartak College

SSC -

St Augustine's High Scool

Skills

  • Sales Leadership

  • Decision-Making

  • Sales Coaching

  • Direct Sales

  • Upselling and Cross Selling

  • New Account Development

Certification

Fairtrade Gold

Timeline

Inside LVMH Certificate

11-2024

Fairtrade Gold

08-2024

Code of Origin By De Beers Group

08-2024

Regional Sales Manager

Kira Diam LLP
07.2023 - Current

Business Development Manager

Grown Diamond Corporation
01.2021 - 06.2023

VIP Consultant

Shaadi.com
01.2019 - 01.2021

Senior Customer Service Executive

Tech Mahindra Business Services
01.2016 - 01.2019

Personal Banker

Barclays Bank PLC
1 2011 - 1 2016

HSC -

Vidyavardhini's Annasaheb Vartak College

SSC -

St Augustine's High Scool
Akshay BangdeRegional Sales Manager