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Harikrishnan Prabhakaran

Harikrishnan Prabhakaran

Coimbatore

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Zomato Pvt Ltd, excelling in strategic planning, operational excellence, and team management. Spearheaded market share growth, achieving a notable increase in RMS by 53%. Skilled in sales and business development, adept at stakeholder management and negotiation, consistently driving revenue and enhancing customer retention.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Zonal Head- TN

Zomato Pvt ltd
Coimbatore
01.2022 - Current

Zonal Lead – Coimbatore.

  • Drove city EBICTA growth and market share expansion through strategic planning and execution.
  • Achieved RMS growth: Madurai from 41% to 53% in 7 months, and Coimbatore from 41% to 47% in 3 months.
  • Managed a team of 18 KAMs, driving operational excellence, and performance optimization.
  • Improved ARPO from 15% to 21%, and BR/CV from 5% to 7%.
  • Delivered advertising targets and executed initiatives to boost regional growth.
  • Developed zonal strategies to maximize revenue and enhance customer retention.
  • Ensured operational efficiency through effective resource allocation and collaboration.

Team Lead

Apex match Consortium India pvt ltd
Madurai
03.2020 - 03.2021

Export Business Leader – Safety Matches.

  • Excelled in pre- and post-sales operations, client management, and supply chain logistics.
  • Managed clients across Latin America and Africa, driving new business development, and nurturing key relationships.
  • Oversaw shipments, inventory, and payment follow-ups to ensure seamless operations.
  • Achieved consistent growth through client acquisition and retention strategies.

Senior Team Lead

Wheelseye India Pvt Ltd
Tamil Nadu
02.2018 - 02.2019

Senior Team Lead – Wheels Eye.

  • Led a 30-member sales and installation team focused on GPS device sales exclusively for logistics companies.
  • Oversaw operations across South Tamil Nadu, managing sales, service delivery, payment collections, and fleet coordination.
  • Enabled efficient vehicle tracking and order management through the company's free tracking software.
  • Directed inventory management, and ensured seamless execution of fleet operations to support client needs.
  • Contributed to reliable, safe, and efficient transportation solutions as part of a leading truck management platform developer.

Assistant General Manager Overseeing Sales & Operations

JAMES & CO PVT LTD
Tamil Nadu
02.2018 - 02.2019

Regional Manager.

  • Managed six showrooms and a team of 70+ employees across Madurai, Ramnad, Karaikudi, Pudukkottai, Aranthangi, and Sivagangai.
  • Oversaw end-to-end operations, including sales, service, CRM, accounts, and administration.
  • Directed stock management, including the movement of aging and non-ROL stocks through expos, ensuring optimal inventory turnover.
  • Assigned and monitored monthly sales targets for each showroom to drive performance.
  • I achieved the top sales position in Madurai during Diwali 2019, and I consistently maintained leadership in the region.

Senior Executive - Service Delivery

Idea cellular limited
Tamil Nadu
10.2012 - 01.2018

Service Delivery Manager – Aditya Birla Group (Telecom Division).

  • Managed distributors and vendors, ensuring efficient activation processes and stock management.
  • Spearheaded sales initiatives for MNP, prepaid, and postpaid services, securing top sales performance in the region.
  • Collaborated with clients and partner agencies to develop and implement effective business strategies.
  • Directed 3G promotion campaigns and provided cross-functional support to enhance sales team performance.
  • Recognized for achieving city-wide leadership in prepaid and postpaid sales.

Support Executive

Vodafone Pvt Ltd
Madurai
06.2011 - 10.2012

Executive – Vodafone (global telecom giant)

  • Managed stock levels, and promoted VAS and 3G products to drive sales.
  • Resolved data-related issues and actively encouraged 3G data adoption among customers.
  • Oversaw CRM operations to ensure customer compliance, and streamlined team management.
  • Consistently achieved VAS product and postpaid sales targets across multiple stores, focusing on 3G packs, postpaid, and prepaid services.

Quality Control Associate

Visionet System pvt ltd - MIND TREE
Bangalore
06.2009 - 06.2011

QC – NMTG & SLS (US Mortgage Process)

  • Managed and supported NMTG and SLS processes, ensuring seamless coordination between clients, upper management, and employees.
  • Trained and mentored employees to exceed client expectations, with a focus on U.S. processes.
  • Conducted QC training for new associates, ensuring compliance, and high-quality service delivery.
  • Maintained 100% accuracy in order flow quality, consistently meeting performance standards.

Education

Project management programme -

Jaipur national university
India
05.2018

BSC - Computer Science

Jaipur national university
India
04.2017

Diploma in Computer Technology -

Thana Pandian Polytechnique College
India
04.2008

Skills

  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Strategic Planning and Execution
  • Operational Excellence
  • Budgeting and Financial Management
  • Market Analysis and Competitor Research
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Sales and Business Development
  • Change Management
  • Crisis Management and Problem-Solving
  • Communication and negotiation

Accomplishments

  • Founder Award, Zomato (2024) & ESOP Holder
  • Best Fleet Manager, Zomato (04/2022 - 09/2022): Increased active fleet from 70% to 90%, reduced SL; boosted city market share from 42% to 50.23% in 6 months.
  • The Ascenders, Zomato (08/2023 - 10/2023): Improved 12 o'clock biriyani commissions, achieving highest monthly incremental value of 23k.
  • Service Excellence Award, Idea Cellular Ltd (06/2015): Ranked 1st in quality and Activation TAT in South regions; achieved 100% score in Post-paid & Prepaid audits.
  • Zonal Champ Award, Idea Cellular Ltd (08/2015 - 09/2015): Maintained 6-month streak as No.1 ranking in ROTN.

Timeline

Zonal Head- TN

Zomato Pvt ltd
01.2022 - Current

Team Lead

Apex match Consortium India pvt ltd
03.2020 - 03.2021

Senior Team Lead

Wheelseye India Pvt Ltd
02.2018 - 02.2019

Assistant General Manager Overseeing Sales & Operations

JAMES & CO PVT LTD
02.2018 - 02.2019

Senior Executive - Service Delivery

Idea cellular limited
10.2012 - 01.2018

Support Executive

Vodafone Pvt Ltd
06.2011 - 10.2012

Quality Control Associate

Visionet System pvt ltd - MIND TREE
06.2009 - 06.2011

Project management programme -

Jaipur national university

BSC - Computer Science

Jaipur national university

Diploma in Computer Technology -

Thana Pandian Polytechnique College
Harikrishnan Prabhakaran