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MAHESH BHATKAR

MAHESH BHATKAR

Summary

Senior Branch Manager with over 27 years of progressive experience improving business processes, increasing revenue and retaining loyal customers in multiple locations. Strengths include financial administration, team leadership and Sales with Operation. Highly detail-oriented and professional Manager successful at meeting and exceeding branch goals. Expertise in customer service relations and sales management.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Bank Branch Manager

Axis Bank Ltd
Mumbai
02.2020 - 03.2022
  • Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
  • Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information to prevent mishandling of data and potential breaches.
  • Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
  • Reviewed and edited loan agreements to promote efficiency and accuracy.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
  • Protected company assets with strategic financial risk management.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent and skill set.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Boosted branch sales by developing and deepening customer loyalty through incentive programs.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Expanded territory by negotiating beneficial deals for principle product sales, distribution and service.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Developed prospects for new loans though weekly cold calling.
  • Complied with Bank Secrecy Act, Anti Money Laundering, OFAC, USA Patriot Act, Privacy Act and Community Reinvestment Act.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
  • Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
  • Uncovered and resolved strategic and tactical issues impacting sales management and business operations.
  • Gathered and reviewed customer feedback to improve operations.

Bank Branch Manager

HDFC Bank Ltd
Mumbai
09.2013 - 02.2020
  • Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
  • Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information to prevent mishandling of data and potential breaches.
  • Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
  • Reviewed and edited loan agreements to promote efficiency and accuracy.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent and skill set.
  • Protected company assets with strategic financial risk management.
  • Maintained scheduling for main branch to keep shifts appropriately staffed.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Increased monthly staff retention rate after implementing new training programs.
  • Developed and delivered polished sales presentations in order to highlight product and service quality.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Developed prospects for new loans though weekly cold calling.
  • Complied with Bank Secrecy Act, Anti Money Laundering, OFAC, USA Patriot Act, Privacy Act and Community Reinvestment Act.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Generated dramatic improvements across entire sales cycle.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.

Bank Branch Manager

Crane Bank
Kampala
10.2010 - 04.2013
  • · Responsible as profit center, driving all Crane Access Centre for profitability in terms of ourcing business CASA, Fixed Deposit, forex & Western Union Money transfer.
  • · Coordinated with Marketing & Head office for branding of new product launch & increase visibility in the territory.
  • · Liaised with the IT department to ensure functionality of all ATM (s).
  • · Involved in implementation of total quality management in service delivery & account opening through KYC.
  • · Supervised and handled allocations of the support staff to the ATM centers and head Office.
  • · Implemented Training program in coordination with HR dept. for Forex & Western Union money transfer business.
  • · Managed a team of Sales Manager & Team leaders for achieving the sales target.
  • · Supervised and provided motivation, leadership, training and support to Crane Access Staff.
  • · Liaised with the Human Resource department in staff appraisal /performance and job rotation while providing periodical reports to management.
  • · Implemented business plans that ensure delivery of Crane Bank Goals.

Bank Branch Manager

ICICI Bank Ltd
Mumbai
09.2006 - 08.2010
  • · Established Led new ATMs in the catchments of branch.
  • Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
  • Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information to prevent mishandling of data and potential breaches.
  • Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
  • Reviewed and edited loan agreements to promote efficiency and accuracy.
  • · Managed profit through third party fee income from Life insurance, General Insurance, Gold, Mutual Fund, Forex, structured products, SIP and net interest income through CASA, Salary, NRI and Wealth accounts.
  • · Enhanced business relationship through new and existing clients to increase revenue across all the channels.
  • · Guided customer to channel Migration, Portfolio Management and investments.
  • · Involved in manpower planning, staffing, Training, Motivation and Productivity enhancement.
  • · Coordinated with marketing and head office for new product launch & development.
  • · Handled tying ups with potential partner to generate more revenue & deposits.
  • Protected company assets with strategic financial risk management.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Developed and delivered polished sales presentations in order to highlight product and service quality.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.

Sales Manager

Bharti Teletech Ltd
Mumbai
06.2000 - 09.2006
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Managed order cycle to enhance business development and maintain sustainability and customer satisfaction.
  • Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
  • Developed innovative marketing campaigns to increase engagement with target demographic and drive brand exposure.
  • Supervised sales team of 18 people, stepping in to support employees and deliver smooth sales processes for clients.
  • Identified opportunities for growth within Mumbai territory and collaborated with sales teams to reach sales goal.
  • Initiated new sales and marketing plans for product roll-outs, distribution and media strategy.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
  • Increased sales volume and expanded product line to new retailers, warehouse clubs and natural food chains.
  • Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
  • · Developed robust distribution network, enhancing dealer network to provide smooth and in-depth distribution.
  • · Assisted the sales force in selling and executing, solicit new opportunities.
  • · Tracked sales and analyzed day-to-day performance of the team vis-à-vis area.
  • · Handled complete responsibility of setting up of distribution channels, Retail, and Corporate.
  • · Managed recruitments, trainings and monitored performance of the sales force.
  • · As a measure to have proper control on claims and accounts outstanding system introduced NDC system on quarterly basis.
  • · Scheduled dispatch and ensured proper fix dispatch system, to make effective logistic and cost benefit.
  • · Developed key account status and look to enhance sale and drive business.

Customer Executive

Pepsi Cola India Marketing Co.
Mumbai
05.1999 - 06.2000
  • Mentored office employees on proper administrative procedures and how to use programs such as Tally, keeping operations consistent and efficient for maximum performance.
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
  • Supervised 15 administrative team members and provided constructive feedback, resulting in higher morale and increased employee retention.
  • Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
  • · Complete responsibility for increasing sales volume, distribution network & customer service for the given territory.
  • · Recommend distributor appointment or change based on evaluation of his performance.
  • · Responsible for penetration and growth of new product launch.
  • · Responsible for planning & implementing Marketing events in the territory with volume conversion of 100%.

· Develop profitable new business & grow existing base.

· Control discounting budgets for sales & distribution.

Sales Executive

Apollo Tyres Ltd
Mumbai
04.1998 - 05.1999
  • Analyzed past sales data and team performance to develop realistic sales goals.
  • Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close.
  • Managed entire sales cycle across customer accounts, proposing and closing sales to achieve total revenue growth, profit and customer satisfaction plans.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Developed SWOT analysis and executed targeted sales strategies accordingly using data-driven decision-making.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Remained current on industry trends to better understand customer needs, product effectiveness and sales tactics.
  • Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
  • Completed daily outbound calls, up to 6-8 hours per day.
  • Worked independently with minimal supervision.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • · Developing distribution channel through dealer network for new segment of Radial tyres.
  • · Servicing existing dealer network to promote radial tyres segment.
  • · Selection & appointment of new dealers for exclusive sales of radial tyres segment.
  • · Direct sales to government, large institution & road transport corporation to increase Visibility of radial tyre segment.
  • · Responsible for sales & collection to achieve the annual regional target for profitability.

Sales Executive

Spanco Telesystem Ltd
Mumbai
06.1995 - 07.1996
  • Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close.
  • Managed entire sales cycle across customer accounts, proposing and closing sales to achieve total revenue growth, profit and customer satisfaction plans.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Presented products to clients using dynamic presentations and practical use-case scenarios.
  • Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications.
  • Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
  • Communicated well with broad range of professionals to promote Mobile Phones & Service.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
  • Exceptional computer skills
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
  • Completed daily outbound calls, up to 6 hours per day.
  • Worked independently with minimal supervision.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • · Direct sales & servicing existing dealer network
  • · Selection & appointment of new dealers.
  • Channel /Distribution set up, Corporate Tie, Corporate Sales

Education

MBA - Marketing

Bharati Vidya Peethi IMSR (Mumbai University)
Mumbai
05.1998

Bachelor of Science - Physics With Electronics

S.I.E.S College (Mumbai University)
Mumbai
05.1995

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Branch Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Motivational Techniques
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Sales Expertise
  • Employee Development
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Team Player
  • Client Acquisition
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Team Supervision
  • Proactive Problem-Solving
  • Sales Planning
  • Plan Budgets

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
German
Beginner (A1)
French
Beginner (A1)

Travel, Music, Playing Cricket, Basket Ball & Badminton

I love to travel on long vacation, listen to Music & play Cricket, Basket ball & Badminton to keep fit & energetic.

Timeline

Bank Branch Manager

Axis Bank Ltd
02.2020 - 03.2022

Bank Branch Manager

HDFC Bank Ltd
09.2013 - 02.2020

Bank Branch Manager

Crane Bank
10.2010 - 04.2013

Bank Branch Manager

ICICI Bank Ltd
09.2006 - 08.2010

Sales Manager

Bharti Teletech Ltd
06.2000 - 09.2006

Customer Executive

Pepsi Cola India Marketing Co.
05.1999 - 06.2000

Sales Executive

Apollo Tyres Ltd
04.1998 - 05.1999

Sales Executive

Spanco Telesystem Ltd
06.1995 - 07.1996

MBA - Marketing

Bharati Vidya Peethi IMSR (Mumbai University)

Bachelor of Science - Physics With Electronics

S.I.E.S College (Mumbai University)
MAHESH BHATKAR