Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Franco Prasad

Franco Prasad

Kochi

Summary

  • Over 10 years of experience in Operations management and Sales professional.
  • Strong background in data driven sales growth & enhanced customer experience.
  • Proven skills in Team management & Decision making.
  • Demonstrated ability to Thrive in fast-paced environments

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Category Manager

Porter
Kochi
06.2023 - Current
  • Organized cross-functional meetings with stakeholders from different departments in order to discuss category initiatives.
  • Utilized analytics software such as Excel, Tableau, and Power BI to track KPIs related to category performance.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create targeted advertising campaigns based on consumer trends.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Performed trend analysis on key financial metrics such as revenue growth, profit margins.

Senior Key Account Manager

Swiggy
South Kerala
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed and managed long-term relationships with key Accounts Restaurant partners.
  • Provided guidance on account strategy for sales team members.
  • Monitored customer satisfaction levels and addressed any issues or concerns in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with internal departments such as marketing and operations to develop strategies tailored to each client's needs.
  • Created monthly reports highlighting KPIs such as sales performance, revenue growth and market share changes.
  • Negotiated contracts, pricing and terms of agreement with clients.

Key Account Manager

Swiggy
South Kerala
08.2022 - 09.2022
  • Leverage existing relationships to source discounts and identify new business opportunities, while delivering informative account reviews and presentations.
  • Develop and execute account plans to grow revenue and market share.
  • Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver the customer objectives.

Senior Sales Manager

Swiggy
Kochi
07.2021 - 07.2022

● Provide sales reports and analysis to top management.

● Monitor market trends and competitor activity.

● Develop and implement sales strategies.

Sales Manager

Swiggy
Kochi
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Responsible for new meat stores acquisition, category expansion, account management, order growth, marketing and CX retention.
  • Develop and execute sales strategies tailored to the client base across the Kerala region.
  • Strategic planning ensured sales performance matched regional benchmarks..

Project Manager (Restaurant Excellence Manager)

Swiggy
Kochi
04.2019 - 07.2020
  • City Growth - Project Planning
  • Team Handling
  • Project Execution from team members.

Vendor Manager

Swiggy
Kochi
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Resolve vendor issues in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Manage vendor performance and ensure SLAs are met.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with Key Accounts.
  • New launch success relies on the Vendor Manager's commitment to meeting Turnaround Time (TAT) expectations.

Project Lead

OYO
Kochi
10.2015 - 05.2018
  • Monitor project progress and performance.
  • Oversee project execution, resource management, and budget to ensure successful delivery
  • Project initiation with clear objectives, defining scope, and developing corresponding timelines

Executive

Hilton Garden Inn
Trivandrum
09.2013 - 04.2015
  • Ensuring Guest Satisfaction Through Cleanliness & Quality Control.
  • Maintaining Inventory & Operational Efficiency

Guest Service Associate

Hyatt Regency
Chennai
05.2011 - 05.2012
  • Upheld company policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Resolved any customer complaints or issues professionally and efficiently.
  • Created reports on occupancy levels, sales figures, customer feedback surveys.

Education

MBA - Marketing

MITSDE
Pune, MH
02-2023

Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management

Oriental School of Hotel Management
Wayanad
05-2011

Skills

  • Pricing Strategies
  • Merchandising Strategies
  • Demand forecasting
  • Data Analysis
  • Category Building
  • Key account development
  • Vendor Management
  • Project Management

Languages

Malayalam
First Language
Malayalam
Intermediate (B1)
B1
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of excellence - November month 2017 (OYO)
  • Transforming 200+ rooms in Q4 2017 with best quality standard

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Category Manager

Porter
06.2023 - Current

Senior Key Account Manager

Swiggy
10.2022 - 01.2023

Key Account Manager

Swiggy
08.2022 - 09.2022

Senior Sales Manager

Swiggy
07.2021 - 07.2022

Sales Manager

Swiggy
08.2020 - 06.2021

Project Manager (Restaurant Excellence Manager)

Swiggy
04.2019 - 07.2020

Vendor Manager

Swiggy
10.2018 - 03.2019

Project Lead

OYO
10.2015 - 05.2018

Executive

Hilton Garden Inn
09.2013 - 04.2015

Guest Service Associate

Hyatt Regency
05.2011 - 05.2012

MBA - Marketing

MITSDE

Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management

Oriental School of Hotel Management
Franco Prasad