Lavkesh Jain
Pune
Summary
Experience professional with 11 years of dedicated expertise in INTERIOR DESIGN, specializing in MODULAR FURNITURES solutions. Proven track record incorporating 5 years in Sales and Marketing leadership and 5 years of Operation – Validations, with strong focus on team leadership, efficiency enhancement and process optimization. Known for delivering innovative solutions and achieving exceptional results in highly competitive environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Validation Manager - Executive II
Beautiful Homes By Asian Paints
Mumbai / Pune
01.2024 - Current
- Leading the operations validation team and measurement team for West region.
- Managing a team of 6 individual.
- Assisting in establishing a validation process and preparing a GFC template for designers in on-site project documentation.
- Training of all validation associates with validation process, GFC template for modular and non modular.
- Evaluating and assessing all reports provided by validators for modular furniture and on-site installations.
- Verifying the design docket and Bill of Quantities (BOQ) before aligning of site visits.
- Training of Initial and final site measurement of Modular Products.
- Design level and validation level summary presentation to RM and UH of the region.
Territory Manager Operations - Validation
Livspace.com
Pune
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Leading the operations validation team across Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Indore, and Bhopal.
- Managing a team of over 8 individuals.
- Reviewing and analyzing all reports submitted by validators for KWS modular units.
- Assisting the design team in meeting organizational targets by scheduling site visits and submitting reports ahead of SLA deadlines.
- Maintaining monthly, quarterly, and yearly data for both individual and team performance across cities.
- Providing on-site and system training to all validators.
- Resolving installation issues in collaboration with the operations team.
- Regularly communicating with the design team to update them on modular products and technical details for sales purposes.
- Meeting personal and team targets set by the company.
Operations Lead - Validation
Livspace.com
Pune
06.2019 - 12.2022
- Conducting pre-sale site visits to inspect modular furniture and products.
- Reviewing and validating design dockets and Bill of Quantities (BOQ) before initiating purchase orders.
- Educating designers on technical aspects of designs before presenting them to clients.
- Generating Excel and Google Sheet reports detailing site inspection errors and design/BOQ validation.
- Communicating with clients on design feasibility as needed.
- Training new team members on processes.
- Conducting pre-installation visits to project sites.
- Attending site installations during project execution.
- Supporting cross-functional teams, including design and operations, throughout project execution
- Meeting monthly targets and ensuring minimum Turnaround time (TAT) are met.
Business Development Executive
Metrika Modular Solutions & Pvt. LTD.
Pune
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Generating leads through KYC visits with architects and interior designers.
- Conducting pre-sales follow-up and converting leads into finalized deals.
- Demonstrating display units of modular kitchens and wardrobes to walk-in clients.
- Presenting designs and discussing quotes with customers to secure closures.
- Cultivating relationships with interior designers and architects.
- Promoting products and hardware by engaging with new architects and interior designers.
- Conducting site visits post-sales and gathering customer feedback
Sales & Marketing Executive
ONYX Kitchen / Suma Enterprises
Pune
08.2013 - 09.2017
- Overseeing sales and marketing efforts for interior modular kitchens, wardrobes, and storage solutions.
- Meeting with both walk-in clients and referrals from architects and interior designers to successfully close deals.
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with interior designers and architects.
- Marketing modular products and architectural hardware through focused outreach to new architects, interior designers, and vendors.
- Providing designers with technical details regarding modular specifications and design.
- Directing site operations and execution post-sales.
- Managing vendor purchase orders and overseeing financial management for entire projects.
Education
Master of Computer Science -
University of Pune
Pune , Maharashtra07.2014
Bachelors of Computer Science -
University of Pune
Pune , Maharashtra06.2012
All India Senior School Certificate Examination -
HV Desai College
Pune , Maharashtra04.2009
Skills
- Team Management
- Good communication
- Time Management
- Excellent Leadership quality
- Multi - Tasking skills
- Google Sheet
- Microsoft Excel
- Problem Solving
Accomplishments
- Awarded as Best validator Pan India twice in Livspace.com
Timeline
Validation Manager - Executive II
Beautiful Homes By Asian Paints
01.2024 - Current
Territory Manager Operations - Validation
Livspace.com
01.2023 - 10.2023
Operations Lead - Validation
Livspace.com
06.2019 - 12.2022
Business Development Executive
Metrika Modular Solutions & Pvt. LTD.
05.2018 - 06.2019
Sales & Marketing Executive
ONYX Kitchen / Suma Enterprises
08.2013 - 09.2017
Master of Computer Science -
University of Pune
Bachelors of Computer Science -
University of Pune
All India Senior School Certificate Examination -
HV Desai College
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