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Amit Sarkar

Amit Sarkar

Bangalore

Summary

A proven leader in sales and marketing, I've driven significant growth at Eagle Eye Networks, achieving a 63% revenue increase in the India market. Expert in strategic planning and customer relationship management, I excel in developing partnerships and leading teams to exceed sales targets. My background includes mastering CRM tools like HubSpot and Zoho, underscoring my analytical prowess and ability to forge lasting client connections.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Sales Manager

Eagle Eye Networks
Bangalore, India
01.2022 - Current
  • Achieved annual sales objectives by nurturing relationships with new and existing customer base.
  • Increased financial performance and market presence for specific region through channel distribution.
  • Engaged in professional conferences and seminars to enhance industry knowledge.
  • Built trusted networks with vendors and stakeholders for long-term expansion.
  • Worked cross-functionally with departments to design profitable solutions aligning with brand identity.

My passion and work culture are as follows.

  • Developed incremental revenue opportunities through new partnerships.
  • Formulated projections and timetables for desired output levels.
  • Crafted and deployed impactful methods to enhance lead acquisition.
  • Executed generation and go-to-market campaigns.
  • Defined a partner recruitment strategy to match regional goals.
  • Deliver strategic direction for channel program while implementing go-to-market plan.
  • Spearheaded channel partners in India and SAARC to align company solutions with partners' core business models.
  • Recognized potential in enterprise category clients in sectors such as retail, automobile, industrial manufacturing, Supply Chain, HLS, and Transportation.
  • Created comprehensive Enterprise Account Plans outlining tailored value propositions for each account.

Accomplishments:

  • Contributed to securing substantial fiscal outcomes, including $1.85M in revenue and a robust $325M sales pipeline.
  • Facilitated the delivery of Cloud VMS platforms to clients such as Cognizant Technologies, Rubrik India, DocuSign, Zscaler, Eastman Auto Power, KEC International, and Zomato.

Regional Sales Director

Anyvision Interactive Technologies Ltd
10.2018 - 08.2021
  • Responsible for SEA region Business Plan, P&L, Client Acquisition, Management Communication, Operation including, Sales, Services and Support, financial Planning and responsible for Overall Operation
  • Job role includes business development, pipeline management, consultative selling, negotiation, and closing the deal directly with the leads or through channel partners.
  • Responsible for the growth and establishment of the organization's footprint in the SEA market.
  • Developed strong, sustainable relationships with VAR partners, integrators, consultants, and executive decision-makers.
  • Successfully launched the Anyvision product portfolio to the Indian market within the partners community, and initiated the consultant engagement program with A&E, as well as product training and demonstration.

Accomplishments:

  • Closed 4 remarkable landmark projects within an 8-month period within the organization, which were successfully delivered within the committed timelines.

Country Head

Milestone Systems A?S
Bangalore
06.2016 - 10.2018
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the country office, including budgeting, forecasting, and staffing decisions.
  • Led recruitment efforts for positions within the country office while ensuring compliance with local labor laws.
  • Communicated with professionals to plan project resources and proactively address issues.
  • Presented reports and information, offered analysis, and discussed strategy when meeting with professionals.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Provided leadership in driving change initiatives within the country office by developing action plans and engaging employees in a positive manner.
  • Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
  • Implemented training programs for staff members on topics such as product knowledge, sales techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Collaborated with senior management team to develop long-term goals for the country organization.
  • Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through the development of a customer service excellence program.
  • Established and monitored KPIs to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.

Inside Channel Manager

Milestone Systems
Bangalore
02.2014 - 05.2016
  • Job Role includes Brand awareness through end user engagement and articulate the company’s message .
  • New Partner Onboarding ,partner relationships, take part in regional and local events, conferences and seminars, prepare and follow up on forecasts, be responsible for meeting regional budget and goals
  • Drive Channel sales in the assigned territory and support Channel Business manager, Build, drive and maintain sales opportunity pipeline with required reporting
  • Monthly forecast preparation and sales pipeline review/update with sales management personnel. Report sales/target vs. budget, partner base quarterly forecast.
  • Live the company value, ROIFI, and integrity.

Head – Sales & Marketing

AllGo Embedded Systems
Bangalore
07.2012 - 01.2014
  • Executed marketing and sales strategies by devising strategic plans, conducting audits, and identifying trends.
  • Forecasted financial requirements and prepared annual budgets.
  • Elevated product marketability and profitability through the identification and capitalization of market opportunities.
  • Fostered connections with major partners and resellers by frequently exploring their unique requirements.

Accomplishments:

  • Elevated revenue figures by achieving a remarkable growth of 63% within the India Market relative to FY 12-13.
  • Achieved growth of 30% in the SEA market in sales and revenue. Channel partner, 8 distributors, and 5 resellers appointed globally.
  • Represented the company at numerous security tradeshows throughout India.
  • Generated revenue growth potential through strategic funnel creation worth 70K USD across MEA and SEA.

Manager- Sales

Tata Tele Services
09.2006 - 04.2008
  • Handled total telecom requirements for pan-India accounts.
  • Involved in.
  • Sales negotiation.
  • Research and Data Analysis.
  • Brand Development.
  • Sales strategy development.
  • Business Development.

Enterprise Sales Manager

Hyundai Motors India Ltd
03.1996 - 09.2006
  • Largest Hyundai car dealership in South India, with six consecutive years as the six-time winner of sales and service in the South.
  • Handled a group of sixteen people for a corporate team, with the increasing growth of 33% every year in Hyundai car sales.
  • Awarded Best Salesperson for the year 2006 by President H. M. I. L.

Education

MBA - Marketing

IMT, Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
03.2009

Graduation - PCM

Graduate College , Jamshedpur
Jamshedpur , Jharkhand
07.1997

Diploma - Information Systems and Management

Aptech Computers
Jamshedpur , Jharkhand
07.1995

Skills

  • Sales leadership skills: Expert in forecasting and pipeline management
  • Deep knowledge in channel development, strategic partnership, and negotiation expertise
  • Project management skills with contract negotiation, market research, sales analysis, and projection
  • Team leadership skills with presentations, public speaking, and product demonstrations
  • Customer needs assessment with product development, program coordination
  • Effective multitasking, analytical thinking, strategic planning

Systems, tools, skill:

  • CRM, HubSpot, Zoho, and Zulip
  • Monday, Kissflow, Papaya Global

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Bengali

References

Available on Request.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/26/76
  • Marital Status: Married

Visa Validity

Valid up to 2032

Accomplishments

  • Won APAC regional awards for outstanding Country Manager for managing Business and process excellence- Milestone Systems A/S
  • Received Enterprise Excellence award for the Karnataka Circle; Fy 2010-11. Increased the revenue growth of 1.9 Cr from Oct’09 to Mar’10. 100+% of achievement in Revenue and traffic utilization patterns consecutively for 6 Qtrs

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Bengali
Proficient (C2)
C2

Affiliations

Love to play Cricket,likes travelling, meeting new people & nature photography. Media

interactions and participation on Social Marketing

SkillSet: Strong. communication, networking and persuasion capabilities Data-driven problem-solving attitude

Go-getter with a positive attitude and the ability to think out of the box

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Sales Manager

Eagle Eye Networks
01.2022 - Current

Regional Sales Director

Anyvision Interactive Technologies Ltd
10.2018 - 08.2021

Country Head

Milestone Systems A?S
06.2016 - 10.2018

Inside Channel Manager

Milestone Systems
02.2014 - 05.2016

Head – Sales & Marketing

AllGo Embedded Systems
07.2012 - 01.2014

Manager- Sales

Tata Tele Services
09.2006 - 04.2008

Enterprise Sales Manager

Hyundai Motors India Ltd
03.1996 - 09.2006

MBA - Marketing

IMT, Ghaziabad

Graduation - PCM

Graduate College , Jamshedpur

Diploma - Information Systems and Management

Aptech Computers
Amit Sarkar