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Devesh Upadhyay

Devesh Upadhyay

Enterprise Sales / B2B / Channel Sales
Bangalore,Karnataka

Summary

Forward-thinking professional with prestigious experience in software sales. Expert in driving revenue growth, optimizing team productivity, and executing sales strategies. Seeking senior-level Sales & Marketing roles. Over 15 years of expertise in achieving business growth objectives, optimizing the value chain, and ensuring profitability. Skilled in channel sales operations, building strong relationships with Channel Partners, and forming strategic alliances. Successful in selling SaaS products globally by understanding market dynamics and executing effective sales/marketing strategies. Proficient in selling cloud-based digital advertising solutions and analyzing market trends for business growth. Experienced in analyzing business performance and formulating operational policies for organizational success. Excellent at increasing market share and revenue through proactive sales calls, up-sells, and cold calling. Innovative People Manager skilled in building high-performing teams and driving business value with low attrition rates.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Sales Consultant

Confidential
Bangalore
07.2024 - Current

Product: Automation Solution / SaaS based Product

  • Provided personalized sales consultations to clients, identifying their needs and recommending tailored solutions to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Provided personalised sales consultations to clients, identifying their needs and recommending tailored solutions to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty. demonstrations.
  • Developed, maintained and utilised diverse client base.
  • Onboarded 7 enterprise clients in this duration for multiple requirements.

Zonal Manager - South

Spectra Techno-Vision (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
03.2024 - 06.2024

Product: Biometric & Access Control Devices

  • Led team-building initiatives and managed a team of 3 members.
  • Conducted market research to identify business opportunities, sales points, and developed strategic sales plans for the assigned territory.
  • Collaborated with the Director of Sales to design strategic and innovative plans for engaging end customers.
  • Provided guidance and support to the team in creating new opportunities and achieving target goals.
  • Mentored and monitored the team in introducing company services to new prospects and clients through networking, cold calls, referrals, presentations, and sales campaigns.
  • Accompanied team members to final presentations, negotiations, and dealings with top-level personnel and prospective customers.

AGM – Business Development

Ascendum Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
09.2023 - 03.2024

Product: Staff Augmentation & IT Projects

  • Addressed key challenges in software sales, including generating leads, demonstrating marketing ROI, managing budgets, and selecting appropriate technologies.
  • Presented Annual sales planning and forecasts through reports and dashboards, utilising key planning skills, business operations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in delivering compelling presentations and software product demonstrations to IT clients.
  • Stayed updated on software products, policies, and competition to provide informed customer support.
  • Presented sales planning for 2cr of annual revenue and forecasts through reports and dashboards, utilizing key planning skills.
  • Formulated marketing plans and forecasted product and territory performance based on historical data, market trends, competitive activity, promotional strategy, and realistic costs of sales operations.
  • Engaged in potential collaborations through cold calls, emails, networking, and lead generation tools.
  • Negotiated project possibilities with key stakeholders, including CEOs, CTOs, and CXOs.
  • Reached out to IT companies and other industry verticals in the US market via emails and calls.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to ensure successful project implementation.
  • Created RFPs and evaluated MSAs and SOWs for staff augmentation services.
  • Discussed analytical and technical requirements with the solutions team.

Business Development

VACO (USA)
Bangalore
10.2021 - 09.2023

Product: Staffing & Managed Services

  • Proficiently communicated complex technical details and product capabilities to clients, ensuring alignment with their business needs.
  • Conducted thorough market research to understand customer needs and preferences, enhancing software sales through structured approaches.
  • Generated new business in the staffing industry for both permanent and contract roles, focusing on B2B sales for Software products and 100% new client acquisition.
  • Identified potential opportunities with companies through research, referrals, networking, and cold calling.
  • Established relationships with prospective clients by researching job openings and organizations, and connecting with key stakeholders.
  • Planned and prioritized activities based on their criticality.
  • Prepared and presented professional service proposals and presentations.
  • Engaged in solution selling around IT infrastructure, cloud infrastructure, mobility, and telecommunications.
  • Managed the proposal response process, including detailed RFP requirements, content creation, and gathering inputs from various sources.
  • Received 'Special Recognition' within six months for outstanding performance.

AGM – Business Development

People Prosper Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
04.2019 - 04.2021

KREDILY – HRMS & Payroll Software, Product: HRMS Software


  • Onboarded and managed strategic partnerships with ICICI Bank, mSwipe, MantraSoftech, and QuickBooks.
  • Directed a nationwide sales team through the establishment and management of strategic alliances.
  • Supervised the inside sales and implementation teams for HRMS software solutions.
  • Coordinated with the marketing team and internal stakeholders to address and fulfill client requirements.
  • Provided strategic recommendations for product enhancement and development, supporting the product development and testing teams.
  • Oversaw and validated reporting for sales and marketing activities, including lead generation, tracking reports, sales orders, product sales, backlog reports, and customer lists, and determined suitable reporting intervals (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
  • Led internal seminars and workshops to boost the sales team’s effectiveness and productivity.
  • Conducted training sessions for strategic partners and organized town hall meetings for channel partners.

Regional Manager - Alliance & Strategic Alliance

NowFloats Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
06.2016 - 06.2018

Brands: Google (SME Partner) | SEO | SEM, Product: NowFloats Lighthouse – SEO | NowFloats Wildfire - Google Ad words to SMEs

  • Developed and implemented strategic plans that aligned with organizational goals, resulting in improved market penetration and brand visibility.
  • Onboarded Strategic partners like Redington India and Ingram Micro.
  • Onboarded more than 150+ partners for the business

Senior Sales Manager

Knowlarity Communication India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2014 - 05.2016

Brands: Cloud Telephony Based IT Solution Company, Product: IVR, Smart IVR, Super Receptionist

  • Established strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to drive collaborative initiatives that aligned with organizational goals.
  • Evaluated vendor offerings critically to select the most appropriate partners for delivering desired results at optimal costs.
  • Onboarded two big govt. deals (UP & UK)

Business Development Manager

Quaere E-Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
07.2011 - 11.2014

Product: Software Solutions for Real Estate/ MLM


  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients, showing the success and credibility of products.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Organized meetings and interacted with the real estate community to increase sales volume.
  • Managed client relationships through regular follow-ups, addressing concerns, and ensuring high levels of satisfaction to foster long-term partnerships.

Education

MBA - Sales

Symbiosis
Pune, India
05-2027

Graduation - Commerce

University of Allahabad
Prayagraj, India
1 2001 - 1 2004

Skills

  • B2B Sales Expertise (SaaS)

  • Sales Channel Management

  • Channel Sales Strategy

  • Customer Relationship Management

  • Strategic Partnerships

  • Key Account Management

  • Strategic Negotiations

  • Trend Forecasting

  • Sales Cycle Management

  • Team Management

  • Brand Management

  • Market Analysis

Accomplishments

  • Established a strong presence in sales, consistently ranked in the top two positions.
  • Won monthly and weekly contests, including cash marathons and Sodexho coupons.
  • Recognized by the Sales Head as the highest incentive earner.
  • Nicknamed 'R&D' for extensive research and suggestions for improvements.
  • Highly regarded and appreciated for successfully closing government deals.
  • Spearheaded the development of the sales compensation and product pricing plans.
  • Controlled attrition by constantly motivating the team.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 09/05/82

Knowledge Purview

  • Planning and Preparation
  • Needs Evaluation
  • Solution Building
  • Presentation and Closing
  • Follow-Through

Interests

Chess

Hobbies

Travelling, Networking and connecting new people.

Timeline

Sales Consultant

Confidential
07.2024 - Current

Zonal Manager - South

Spectra Techno-Vision (India) Pvt. Ltd.
03.2024 - 06.2024

AGM – Business Development

Ascendum Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2023 - 03.2024

Business Development

VACO (USA)
10.2021 - 09.2023

AGM – Business Development

People Prosper Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
04.2019 - 04.2021

Regional Manager - Alliance & Strategic Alliance

NowFloats Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
06.2016 - 06.2018

Senior Sales Manager

Knowlarity Communication India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2014 - 05.2016

Business Development Manager

Quaere E-Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
07.2011 - 11.2014

MBA - Sales

Symbiosis

Graduation - Commerce

University of Allahabad
1 2001 - 1 2004
Devesh UpadhyayEnterprise Sales / B2B / Channel Sales