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BALAMURUGAN R

BALAMURUGAN R

Business Development & Sales Manager
Chennai

Summary

Results-driven Business Development and Sales Manager with a proven track record of building strong relationships with architects, driving product adoption, and generating high-quality leads. Skilled in strategic planning, competitive market analysis, and delivering tailored solutions to align with architectural projects. Adept at conducting impactful presentations, workshops, and technical demonstrations to educate architects on product benefits, ensuring seamless integration into their designs. Committed to leveraging my expertise to expand market presence, drive revenue growth, and contribute to the organization’s success while fostering innovation and sustainability.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Business Development & Sales Manager

Simpolo Ceramics
06.2021 - Current
  • Built and nurtured strong relationships with architects through strategic networking, relationship-building, and impactful sales presentations.
  • Collaborated with architects to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, driving product adoption in high-value projects and expanding market reach.
  • Conducted product presentations, workshops, and technical demonstrations to educate architects on product features, benefits, and applications, ensuring alignment with their project requirements.

Senior Sales Manager

H & R Johnson (India)
09.2013 - 06.2021
  • Increased overall sales revenue by implementing effective sales strategies and building strong client relationships with both dealers and Architects
  • Mentored junior sales professionals in advanced selling techniques, resulting in accelerated career progression and enhanced contributions to overall team success.
  • Exceeded annual sales targets consistently by maintaining a proactive approach to lead generation and pipeline management.
  • Streamlined internal sales processes for increased efficiency, resulting in improved productivity and reduced overhead costs.

Sales Manager

Marbito - Oracle Granito Ltd
06.2008 - 09.2013
  • Build strong relationships with dealers to ensure consistent sales growth and improve product visibility in the market.
  • Provide support and technical expertise to architects and designers to influence product selection and drive project specifications.
  • Achieve sales targets by effectively managing both dealer networks and project opportunities, ensuring revenue growth and market penetration.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, competitor products, and customer preferences to adjust strategies and maintain a competitive edge.

Customer Relationship & Accessibility Manager

VSNL-TATA-INDICOM
06.2003 - 05.2008
  • Finding better location for server porting and getting approval from respective authorities with filing of rent agreements and maintaining the documents for any future necessities
  • Monitoring the cable structure and keeping the territory feasible and Co-Ordination for E-1 Feed to make the territory feasible
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Education

MBA - HR

IGNOU
12-2011

Bachelor of Arts - ECONOMICS

MADRAS UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -

Skills

Architect Relationship Building and Customer Acquisition

Competitive Market Analysis and Exceptional Customer Service

Strategic Business Development and Planning

Key Learnings

Diploma in Computer Applications (Ms Word, Ms Office Excel, PowerPoint)

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the above information furnished by me is true to the best of my knowledge.

Timeline

Business Development & Sales Manager

Simpolo Ceramics
06.2021 - Current

Senior Sales Manager

H & R Johnson (India)
09.2013 - 06.2021

Sales Manager

Marbito - Oracle Granito Ltd
06.2008 - 09.2013

Customer Relationship & Accessibility Manager

VSNL-TATA-INDICOM
06.2003 - 05.2008

Bachelor of Arts - ECONOMICS

MADRAS UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -

MBA - HR

IGNOU
BALAMURUGAN RBusiness Development & Sales Manager