Arun Kumar Sharma
Senior Sales Associate
Jaipur
Summary
Motivated and customer-focused Sales Associate with a strong background in retail and direct sales. Skilled in understanding customer needs, driving product sales, and delivering excellent service. Proven ability to meet targets, manage inventory, and build lasting client relationships in fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Business
Chattkara Refreshments
Hyderabad
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Product Development & Sourcing:
- Created a unique range of high-quality churan and mukhwas products tailored for premium customers, focusing on taste, packaging, and health benefits.
- Sales & Customer Engagement:
- Engaged with a wide range of premium clients at IT companies and gated societies; provided personalized product recommendations based on customer preferences.
- Event & Exhibition Management:
- Planned, organized, and executed successful exhibitions across India, covering major cities and states. Ensured appealing product displays and managed footfall effectively.
- B2C & Direct Sales:
- Built strong relationships with end consumers, leading to repeat sales and strong word-of-mouth referrals. Maintained high customer satisfaction standards.
- Marketing & Brand Promotion:
- Developed marketing materials and promotional strategies to attract high-end clientele; used in-person demos, free tastings, and storytelling to drive interest.
- Revenue & Operations Management:
- Handled all aspects of the business including inventory, pricing, cost control, and daily operations to ensure profitability and sustainability.
- Negotiation & Communication:
- Negotiated stall placements, pricing with vendors, and collaborated with society/event managers to secure exhibition slots in premium locations.
Senior Sales Associate
Dwarkesh Churan
10.2015 - 12.2022
- Trained junior sales associates on best practices in selling techniques, product knowledge, and relationship building.
- Analyzed sales performance data to identify areas of opportunity and develop targeted strategies for improvement.
- Optimized inventory management to ensure timely availability of products for customers, reducing stockouts and lost sales opportunities.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and fostering long-term relationships with clients.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
Sales Associate
A-One Products
Jaipur
02.2010 - 06.2015
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
Education
12th -
Ajmer Board
Rajasthan 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Ajmer Board
Rajashthan 04.2001 -
Skills
Customer service
Business planning
Business development
Staff management
Verbal and written communication
Employee development
Employee training
Business marketing
Quality assurance
Purchasing and planning
Negotiation and persuasion
Relationship building
Staff hiring
Public speaking
Sales strategics
Hobbies
Listening to music
Swimming
Browsing
Timeline
Business
Chattkara Refreshments
06.2023 - 05.2025
Senior Sales Associate
Dwarkesh Churan
10.2015 - 12.2022
Sales Associate
A-One Products
02.2010 - 06.2015
12th -
Ajmer Board
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Ajmer Board
04.2001 -
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