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Darshan Pathak

Ahmedabad

Summary

Results-driven Senior Sales Manager with over 9 years of experience in driving revenue growth, managing key accounts, and leading high-impact sales initiatives across industries including online food delivery, IT consulting, and BPO services. Proven ability to manage large portfolios, exceed sales targets, and foster long-term client relationships through strategic selling and data-backed insights. Skilled in territory management, upselling, negotiation, partner acquisition, and cross-functional collaboration. Recognized for consistently delivering strong business outcomes, optimizing partner performance, and contributing to overall market expansion. Adept at leading teams, enhancing customer satisfaction, and navigating dynamic, fast-paced environments. Resourceful and resilient professional systematic about pursuing revenue opportunities and capturing new business with multifaceted strategies. Driven to always be improving numbers and driving business forward. Born connector and leader with proven analytical abilities and clear understanding of industry customers. Known for strong leadership skills, customer relationship management, and ability to identify new business opportunities. Proven track record in improving sales processes, and building lasting relationships with key clients. Made significant impacts in previous roles by fostering team collaboration and executing successful sales strategies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Sales Manager

Swiggy Ltd.
Ahmedabad
10.2023 - Current

Managed and grew a portfolio of top restaurant partners within a defined territory, contributing directly to market expansion and revenue growth.

  • Prospected, pitched, and onboarded new restaurants onto the platform, accelerating local supply and meeting customer demand.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with restaurant owners and decision-makers to drive platform adoption, upsell marketing solutions, and increase order volume.
  • Analyzed restaurant performance data to recommend operational improvements and promotional strategies, improving partner retention and GMV.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (e.g., operations, account management, marketing) to ensure seamless partner experience and issue resolution.
  • Achieved and exceeded monthly sales targets, contributing to a YoY growth in partner base and regional revenue.

Senior Sales & Service Consultant

Microorbit Consulting Services
Ahmedabad
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Sales Leadership: Take charge of the sales team and guide them in achieving sales targets. Provide mentorship, training, and support to enhance their sales skills and performance.
  • Business Development: Identify new business opportunities and potential clients within the target market. Develop and implement strategies to expand the company's customer base and increase revenue.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with existing clients. Understand their needs, address inquiries, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Sales Strategy: Develop and execute sales plans and strategies to achieve company objectives. Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to refine the sales approach.
  • Sales Presentations: Conduct persuasive sales presentations to potential clients, showcasing Microorbit Consulting Services' offerings and demonstrating how they meet client needs.
  • Service Excellence: Ensure that the service provided to customers meets or exceeds their expectations. Implement service improvement initiatives and maintain high-quality service standards.
  • Cross-Selling and Upselling: Identify opportunities to cross-sell and upsell additional services to existing clients. Present tailored solutions based on their requirements.

CSR

Etech Global Services Pvt. Ltd
Vadodara
12.2019 - 12.2020
  • Sales and Upselling: Actively promote Etech's products and services to customers. Identify opportunities to upsell or cross-sell additional products based on the customer's needs and preferences.
  • Order Processing: Handle customer inquiries related to product/service orders, pricing, and delivery status. Process orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Issue Resolution: Address and resolve customer complaints, concerns, or issues promptly and effectively. Ensure customer satisfaction and retention through proactive problem-solving.
  • Product Knowledge: Develop a strong understanding of Etech's offerings, features, and benefits. Demonstrate expertise when discussing products with customers.
  • Sales Targets: Meet and exceed assigned sales targets and KPIs. Strive to achieve and surpass monthly and quarterly sales quotas.

Inside Sales Executive

Collabera Technologies Pvt. Ltd
Vadodara
05.2016 - 08.2017
  • Prospecting: Reach out to potential clients through phone calls, emails, and other communication channels. Initiate contact to introduce Collabera's offerings and understand the client's needs and requirements.
  • Product Knowledge: Develop a comprehensive understanding of Collabera's products, services, and solutions. Be able to effectively communicate their features, benefits, and value proposition to potential clients.
  • Consultative Selling: Adopt a consultative approach to sales. Understand the client's pain points, challenges, and objectives, and offer tailored solutions that address their specific needs.
  • Relationship Building: Nurture relationships with prospects and clients. Maintain regular follow-ups to build trust, address inquiries, and keep them informed about new offerings and updates.

Account Executive

Collabera Technologies Pvt Ltd
Vadodara
08.2015 - 02.2016
  • Sales and Business Development: Actively identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned territory or market segment. This involves prospecting potential clients, understanding their needs, and promoting Collabera's products and services.
  • Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with existing clients. Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing their inquiries, resolving issues, and providing timely support.
  • Account Management: Handle multiple client accounts and oversee the entire sales process, from lead generation to contract negotiation and closing deals. Implement strategies to upsell and cross-sell services to existing clients.
  • Market Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitors' activities. Utilize this knowledge to develop targeted sales strategies and position Collabera as a leading service provider.
  • Achieving Sales Targets: Set and achieve sales targets and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). Monitor sales metrics and prepare regular reports to track progress and performance.

Customer Sales Representative

Webmyne Systems Pvt.Ltd
Vadodara
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Sales and Lead Generation: Actively prospect and generate new leads. Follow up on leads from various sources and convert them into potential customers.
  • Product Knowledge: Develop a deep understanding of Webmyne Systems' products and services. Demonstrate a strong ability to explain their features, benefits, and value proposition to potential customers.
  • Consultative Selling: Adopt a consultative sales approach to address customer needs effectively. Provide tailored solutions and recommendations based on the customer's specific requirements.
  • Relationship Building: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with customers. Ensure excellent customer experience and satisfaction throughout the sales process.

Education

B.COM -

The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Vadodara, Gujarat
01.2017

High School - Commerce (Marketing)

Indian School of Bahrain
Bahrain
01.2013

Skills

  • B2B Sales
  • Business Development
  • Client Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Account Management
  • Retention Strategies
  • Territory Management
  • Market Expansion
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Target Achievement
  • Team Leadership
  • Sales Training
  • Strategic Pitching
  • Onboarding
  • Cross-Selling
  • Upselling
  • Consultative Selling
  • Solution-Based Selling
  • Partner Lifecycle Management
  • Data-Driven Sales Optimization
  • Sales Presentations
  • Negotiation
  • Service Quality
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Lead Generation
  • Pipeline Management
  • Performance Metrics
  • KPI Tracking
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Account development
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Business growth and retention
  • Rapport and relationship building
  • Key account development
  • Personnel management
  • Competitor analysis
  • Profitability optimization
  • Vendor engagement
  • Brand-building strategies

Accomplishments

  • Won LOC (League of Champions) twice across cluster level
  • Played in Bahrain Cricket League for the Indian School.
  • Represented School Football team for the CBSE inter school sport competition.
  • Part of school prefectorial council for two consecutive years.

Languages

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

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Sales Manager

Swiggy Ltd.
10.2023 - Current

Senior Sales & Service Consultant

Microorbit Consulting Services
01.2022 - 09.2023

CSR

Etech Global Services Pvt. Ltd
12.2019 - 12.2020

Inside Sales Executive

Collabera Technologies Pvt. Ltd
05.2016 - 08.2017

Account Executive

Collabera Technologies Pvt Ltd
08.2015 - 02.2016

Customer Sales Representative

Webmyne Systems Pvt.Ltd
06.2014 - 06.2015

B.COM -

The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

High School - Commerce (Marketing)

Indian School of Bahrain
Darshan Pathak