JAGADEESAN R
Tiruppur
Summary
Sales leader with over 10 years of experience in fintech, specializing in merchant acquisition and business lending. Successfully managed a portfolio of 25,000+ merchants, including 12,000+ offline merchants statewide. Led teams of 250+ field operations staff, consistently achieving revenue growth and expanding market presence. Results-driven Area Sales Head with proven success in driving revenue growth and market expansion. Strong track record in building and leading high-performing sales teams, creating strategic plans, and fostering long-term client relationships. Adept at identifying market opportunities, developing effective sales strategies, and delivering outstanding results. Brings focused approach to achieving targets and commitment to exceeding expectations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Sales Manager
PhonePe Pvt Ltd
Chennai & Coimbatore
02.2024 - Current
- Managed QR sound box and lending portfolio day-to-day operations using checklists.
- Handled 25,000+ merchants for onboarding support and issue resolution daily.
- Expanded lending adoption through channel partner outreach and follow-ups consistently.
- Coordinated manpower hiring at territory level for coverage and continuity.
- Selected, trained and performance-managed staff to handle high workload with ambitious targets.
- Executed daily sales routines to improve regional business performance steadily.
- Analysed sales performance data to track targets and adjust strategies.
- Analysed market trends and competitor activity to refine sales tactics.
- Prepared detailed sales reports and forecasts for senior management review.
State Head
OnEMI Technology Solutions
Chennai
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Lead 10 City Managers & 250 FOS.
- Managed 12,000+ merchants.
- Onboarded 3,000+ retailers.
- Deliver 75cr Loan value
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
Area Sales Manager
ZestMoney
Chennai
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Managed 26 districts, 583 store teams, and enterprise retail accounts.
- Conducted sales enablement and deployed field strategy to drive execution.
- Monitored competitor activity and market trends to guide planning for advantage.
- Managed partnership store team with Poorvika, relaince digital, Croma,sangeetha mobiles, digital hub, Viveks & Supreme mobiles
- Built new business partnerships to drive customer acquisition and generate revenue.
Team Leader
Microsoft Surface
Coimbatore
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Sold laptops and increased sales from 40 to 70 units/day.
- Managed multiple territories across more than 25 promotors daily.
- Optimised team training and staff development.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
Sales Team Leader
Google Pixel
Coimbatore
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Sold 30 to 70 handsets per day through daily customer outreach.
- Onboarded 90+ retailers by completing registration and training steps.
- Handled coverage across the rest of Tamil Nadu routes and service needs.
- Recruited and trained high-achieving sales teams, aiding company success against profit goals.
Sales Team Leader
Samsung
Tirupur
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Sold Samsung mobiles and accessories to support highest sales territory performance.
- Achieved territory top-seller status by advising shoppers on suitable devices.
- Trained team members and guided daily sales floor routines using product knowledge.
- Monitored sales leads and conversions, motivating and incentivising teams to continue increased business.
Store Manager
Sangeetha Mobiles
Tirupur
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Managed store inventory using daily stock checks and reorder handling.
- Recruited staff to support inventory management and improve in-store coverage.
- Hit sales targets by seeking opportunities for operational expansion and new customer acquisition.
- Collaborated with HR to recruit, interview, and hire new staff, ensuring a high level of team capability.
- Increased monthly revenue from ₹28l to ₹65l through sales improvements.
Education
BMS - Sales & Marketing
ISBM University
01.2016
DBM - Financial Management
ISBM
01.2013
Skills
- B2B sales and business development
- Merchant acquisition
- Sales strategy
- Training and development
- Team building and leadership
- Business lending and channel sales
- Digital payments
- Key account management
- Territory management
- Revenue growth strategies
- Strategic planning and execution
- Sales operations and forecasting
- Negotiation skills
- Customer relationship management
- Market analysis
Accomplishments
- 75+CR Lending value delivered in single territory
- 12,000+ Offline Merchants Managed
- 3,000+ Retailers Onboarded
- 250+ FOS Led
- Strong expertise in FinTech, Lending & Digital Payments
Timeline
Area Sales Manager
PhonePe Pvt Ltd
02.2024 - Current
State Head
OnEMI Technology Solutions
03.2023 - 10.2023
Area Sales Manager
ZestMoney
01.2021 - 02.2023
Team Leader
Microsoft Surface
01.2020 - 01.2021
Sales Team Leader
Google Pixel
01.2016 - 01.2020
Sales Team Leader
Samsung
01.2014 - 01.2016
Store Manager
Sangeetha Mobiles
01.2013 - 01.2014
BMS - Sales & Marketing
ISBM University
DBM - Financial Management
ISBM