Karan Tandon
14+ Years of Experience in Project Management and Business Development with Government, PSU, and Private Enterprises
Summary
With extensive experience in B2B/B2G pre-sales, customer engagement, and relationship management, I bring a comprehensive skill set to drive business growth. Proficient in project delivery management, coordination, CRM, and data analytics, I excel at streamlining operations and optimizing performance. My strong communication and relationship-building skills enable me to establish meaningful connections with clients and stakeholders. Recognized for my problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, I consistently deliver high-quality results. My clear and articulate verbal and written communication ensures effective messaging in all interactions.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager
National Institute of Smart Governance, NISG
8 2019 - Current
- Inter-Ministry and Intra-Ministry correspondences and led effective promotional campaigns in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Conducted comprehensive business analysis, documentation, and data modeling to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Engaged with existing and potential clients to understand their requirements and proposed tailored solutions.
- Provided regular updates to stakeholders on project milestones and key technology initiatives like DigiLocker, Entity Locker, API Setu, UMANG, NAD, UX4G etc.
- Managed grievances and supported optimal outcomes for various projects.
- Drafted RFQ/RFPs and facilitated the empanelment of agencies, including interviewing and testing candidates to boost productivity.
- Provided daily reports and strategic recommendations to assist senior leadership in decision-making.
- Participated in application design sprints and guided partners on API integration through conferences, webinars, exhibitions and workshops.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
India Marketing Manager
Xian XD Switch-gear Electric Co. Ltd
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Completed all paperwork related to international shipment & vendor approvals, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Planned and arranged meetings with external organizations and individuals, enabling all parties to meet and discuss project progress.
- Liaised between manufacturing facility and project department, facilitating communications and keeping appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Responded to customs, customer and internal requests and notices about classification, duty rates and documentation requirements to support import regulations.
- Created and transmitted accurate documentation to governmental agencies for all import activities.
Marketing Manager
Euro Sun (I) Pvt. Ltd
01.2014 - 08.2017
- Built brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
- Developed and implemented favorable pricing structures balancing firm objectives against customer targets.
- Capitalized on industry and marketplace trends to strategize marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
- Generated comprehensive reports regarding incidents, events and important business matters.
- Developed market development plan for switchgear range of products for defined regions.
- Consulted with suppliers and agents to arrange proper in-transit permissions to ship to various locations.
- Compiled purchase orders to post international shipments in company logs.
Assistant Manager
Euro Sun (I) Pvt. Ltd
07.2010 - 12.2013
- Created high-quality marketing strategy documentation, including product marketing briefs, FAQs and objection handling documents.
- Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral network to promote business development.
- Increased sales revenues by 50% over 2 years by promoting complementary products and educating customers about store promotions.
- Kept organized tracking documents detailing assignments, in-progress work and completed project milestones.
- Worked with vendors to complete projects according to schedule and specifications.
- Prepared quotes for new products and services and composed budgets.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
Education
MBA - International Business
Indian Institute Of Foreign Trade
New Delhi 08.2014 - 2017.07
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical &Electronics Engineering
Maharshi Dhayanand University
Faridabad 08.2006 - 2010.07
Skills
- Project and Team Management
- RFP/RFQ Formulation
- API Testing
- Client Management
- Webinar/Conferences
- Reports and documentation
- Business presentation
- Reporting writing
Certification
Summer Training in LV Switchgear Design (Auto-CAD)
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 50 in the development of DigiLocker, Entity Locker and onboard various stakeholders to the platform.
- Commissioned a 400/220 kV GIS Substation at 2017 – 2019 Gaya & Siliguri (est. 150 Cr. INR)
- Commissioned a 765/400 kV GIS Substation at 2016 – 2019 Jharsuguda (est. 294Cr INR)
- Commissioned a 400/220 kV GIS Substation at 2015 – 2018 Tirunelveli, Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu (est. 200Cr. INR)
- Commissioned a 400 kV GIS Substation at 2015 – 2018 Tanda, UP. (est. 180 Cr INR)
- Commissioned a 400/220 kV GIS Substation at 2012 – 2014 UT of Daman and DIU (est. 80Cr. INR)
Timeline
India Marketing Manager
Xian XD Switch-gear Electric Co. Ltd
09.2017 - 07.2019
MBA - International Business
Indian Institute Of Foreign Trade
08.2014 - 2017.07
Marketing Manager
Euro Sun (I) Pvt. Ltd
01.2014 - 08.2017
Assistant Manager
Euro Sun (I) Pvt. Ltd
07.2010 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical &Electronics Engineering
Maharshi Dhayanand University
08.2006 - 2010.07
Summer Training in LV Switchgear Design (Auto-CAD)
Summer Training on SCADA implementation
AI 4 Leaders (Building AI Readiness)
Solar photo-voltaic off-grid and on-grid: Design and Installation
IIT Delhi Certificate Programme on Fundamentals of EVs and Charging Infrastructure
Senior Manager
National Institute of Smart Governance, NISG
8 2019 - Current
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