Results-driven Sales Manager with proven success in leading sales teams to achieve targets and expand market reach. Skilled in developing effective sales strategies, fostering client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. Demonstrated ability to improve team performance through coaching and motivational techniques. Consistently enhanced revenue growth by implementing innovative sales tactics and optimizing operational processes.
Role: Area Sales Manager (Karnataka, Tamil Nadu & Kerala)
• Managing sales operations and business expansion across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key clients, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
• Implementing strategic sales initiatives to drive revenue growth in the hospitality sector.
• Conducting market research and identifying new business opportunities.
Role: Business Development Manager (Karnataka)
• Led business development initiatives, expanding market presence across Karnataka.
• Built strong relationships with hospitality industry stakeholders to drive product placements.
• Conducted training programs for bar professionals on beverage handling and mixology.
• Managed key accounts and negotiated contracts with top hospitality brands.
Achievements & Certifications
Regional Winner – Ultimate Bartender Championship by Monkey Shoulder
Winner – BAR WARS competition conducted by Marriott Hotels
Certified in Advanced Mixology & Bartending Techniques
• Key Account Management: Skilled in managing key accounts within the hotel, restaurant, and café sectors, maintaining long-term relationships with high-value customers.
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Expertise in using CRM tools to track interactions, analyze customer data, and build personalized sales approaches.
• Negotiation & Deal Closing: Strong negotiation skills to secure profitable deals, manage contracts, and ensure win-win solutions for both customers and the business.
• Product Knowledge & Upselling: Deep understanding of products tailored to the HoReCa segment, with the ability to upsell or cross-sell complementary items to increase sales.
• Distributor Relationship Management: Ability to establish and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with distributors, ensuring optimal distribution of products.
• Supply Chain Coordination: Expertise in coordinating with distributors and logistics teams to ensure timely product delivery, proper stock levels, and seamless supply chain operations.