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Work History
Education
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Gurkaran Singh Sikka

IT Sales Development Manager
New Delhi

Summary

Sales and Business Development Professional with 15+ Years work experience. Software products/services sales, Business Development, marketing, Account Management, Presales, Solution sales, Consultative selling, Key account management. Proficient in MS office and CRM tools like SFDC, Fusion CRM. Proficient in team handling, knowledge in proposal writing, handling Inside sales team, Business research, Company profiling. Significant experience of working with presales team, delivery team, coordinating POC's etc. Manage presentations content and supporting material for customer visits and discussions. Company presentation during client visits, demos etc.

Sales and Marketing professional with 15+ years of experience - Key Areas ~ Team Management ~ Product and services sales ~ Field Sales ~ Business Development ~ Marketing ~ Proposal writing ~ International Marketing ~ Account Management ~ Inside sales Goal-oriented Inside Sales Manager dedicated to building successful teams focused on surpassing profit goals. Seasoned professional with expertise in revenue forecasting and strategic planning. Leader with focus on propelling revenue growth through strategic marketing, advertisements and promotions. Strategic Inside Sales Manager with 15+ years of experience and superior closing record achieved via implementation of best sales and marketing practices. Trained teams to surpass revenue, retention, and referral objectives. Ace at up-selling and cross-selling techniques as well as collaboration with marketing colleagues to increase revenue.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Inside Sales Team lead (Sr Solution Principal)

Pathlock
1 2021 - Current
  • Proactively fostered key relationships with end users and qualified channel partners focused on placement Pathlock GRC Products and Services.
  • Identified and advised prospective customers and exiting partners on products features, advantages and benefits of products and service offering ROI
  • Ensured accurate forecasting for territory and monitored and drove all opportunities from cradle to grave to ensure market penetrating and revenue goals
  • Identify hidden sales opportunities from numerous sources that include cross and up sell of existing accounts, follow up on stalled opportunities, cold calling key decision makers and email blasts, generating customize jigsaw and Rain king lists, webinar attendance and follow-up on marketing leads
  • Aligning Online Meeting and Product Demo as per Customer Need Audits
  • Working with Various Stake Holders across the Globe.

Sales Account Manager

Microsoft ( Majorel India )
02.2016 - 01.2021


  • Negotiated prices, terms of sale and service agreements.
  • Conducted product presentations and demonstrations, resulting in increased product adoption among clients.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring each client received personalized attention and support.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
  • Anticipated clients' needs by staying in touch on regular basis.
  • Achieved higher client satisfaction ratings through consistent communication and problem resolution.

Inside Sales

Dell India Pvt. Ltd.
05.2010 - 02.2016
  • Optimized communication channels within the organization by developing a standardized system for tracking correspondence between inside sales staff members.
  • Implemented a comprehensive training program for new hires to ensure they were knowledgeable about products, services, and best practices in inside sales.
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing strategic inside sales initiatives and building strong customer relationships.
  • Boosted sales performance by implementing effective inside sales strategies and techniques.

Sales Representative

HP India Sales (Denave India)
09.2006 - 1 2010
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Achieved top performer status consistently through dedication to meeting goals and exceeding expectations.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Managed portfolio of high-value accounts, ensuring they received exceptional service.

Education

MBA - Marketing

Cosmic Business School
Delhi
04.2001 -

Delhi University
Delhi
02.2005

Skills

Customer Relationship Building

Careermilestones

  • Best Performer award in Majorel for quarters Q1, Q2, Q3 in FY' 19 and FY'20.
  • Worked simultaneously for large strategic conglomerate engage partners for reselling Microsoft Solutions.
  • Best Team Player in Majorel for overall performance.
  • Coaching new interns on various processes & tools.

Organizationalexperiencesummary

  • 01/21/21, Present, Inside Sales Team lead (Sr Solution Principal), Security Weaver
  • 02/16/16, 01/21/21, Inside Sales Account Manager, Majorel
  • 05/10, 02/16, Inside Sales, Dell India Pvt. Ltd.
  • 09/07, 01/10, Denave India

Significantaccomplishments

  • Worked on yearly renewals and true up for 150+ Cr Deals.
  • Rate Contract for NTPC for 48 CR+
  • Rate Contract for BHEL with HCL for 30 CR+
  • Large Volume order for GAIL, PNB and timely delivery for different locations.
  • Won the Best Team player.

Academicdetails

  • PGDBA (Marketing) from CBS School and MBA from Sikkim Manipal University in 08'
  • B.Com, Delhi University in '05.

Provenability

  • Lead development, implementation, and successful completion of a diverse range of sales and marketing programs.
  • Full spectrum of marketing initiatives including product management, product marketing, channel marketing, lead and demand generation, marketing communications, customer acquisition and retention.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 04/19/84

Timeline

Sales Account Manager

Microsoft ( Majorel India )
02.2016 - 01.2021

Inside Sales

Dell India Pvt. Ltd.
05.2010 - 02.2016

Sales Representative

HP India Sales (Denave India)
09.2006 - 1 2010

MBA - Marketing

Cosmic Business School
04.2001 -

Inside Sales Team lead (Sr Solution Principal)

Pathlock
1 2021 - Current

Delhi University
Gurkaran Singh SikkaIT Sales Development Manager