Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Mallikarjun S

Bengaluru

Summary

Leading a substantial team at Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd. as a Sales Manager, directing sales operations, cultivating channel partnerships, and implementing customer acquisition strategies to optimize business performance. Cultivated a diverse skill set in strategic planning, profit and loss management, and key account oversight, executed impactful sales initiatives and met sales & revenue targets. Enhanced revenue growth by forging strategic alliances with channel partners, effectively reduced costs while improving market penetration in the current position. Leveraged leadership capabilities by nurturing a high-performance culture within teams for enhanced sales effectiveness and a decrease in employee attrition. Expertise in making data-informed decisions, leveraged analytics to uncover market trends and customer insights while guiding sales initiatives and operational enhancements. Extensive knowledge in category management and direct sales methodologies, coupled with a deep understanding of market dynamics and consumer behavior, facilitating the creation of focused sales strategies.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Sales Manager

Paytm
Bengaluru, India
09.2025 - Current
  • Cultivated a high-performing sales team through strategic planning and motivation, achieving and exceeding regional sales targets.
  • Developed and executed territory plans to enhance market penetration and customer engagement.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting strategies for optimal performance across product lines.
  • Mentored and trained new sales representatives, fostering skill development and team cohesion.

Area Sales Manager

Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd.
Bangalore
02.2023 - Current
  • Directing a large team of 150 employees, leading all aspects of sales operations, including retail, distribution, and channel partnerships, to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives
  • Spearheading customer acquisition initiatives through innovative strategies, including the establishment of new sales channels and partnerships, aimed at enhancing market reach and driving revenue growth
  • Analyzing business processes to identify areas for improvement, implementing changes that enhance profitability and operational efficiency within the sales organization
  • Managing the segmentation of target markets to optimize prospect creation and conversion rates, ensuring a strategic approach to sales efforts in assigned territories
  • Acting as a key decision-maker for new market expansion, ensuring timely execution and achieving targeted sales extractions within stipulated timelines
  • Conceptualizing comprehensive training programs to enhance team capabilities, focusing on improving sales effectiveness and reducing employee turnover rates
  • Fostering a culture of productivity improvement by implementing stringent sales processes and governance, resulting in significant enhancements in sales performance metrics
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of sales strategies and alignment with overall business objectives
  • Achievements:
  • Onboarded 20 new HSP partner and achieved 1000 number.
  • Developed and nurtured new channel sales partnerships to enhance operational efficiency and profitability while increasing sales by 10%.
  • Launched a structured engagement initiative for freelancers, resulting in a steady 5% month-on-month increase in sales and revenue, underscoring a commitment to ongoing improvement
  • Revamped team onboarding procedures, achieved a decrease in attrition rates from 22% to 15%, that bolstered overall team stability and performance

Manager

Bharti Airtel
Bangalore
08.2021 - 02.2023
  • Recruit and onboard new DSAs in the assigned territory.
  • Build and maintain relationships with existing DSAs.
  • Ensure DSAs meet productivity and compliance standards.
  • Drive sales of products such as personal loans, business loans, home loans, LAP, credit cards, or insurance.
  • Achieve monthly and quarterly business targets.
  • Identify new markets and growth opportunities.
  • Guide and support DSA executives and field teams.
  • Conduct training on products, sales processes, and documentation.
  • Monitor individual and team performance.
  • Track leads, applications, approvals, and disbursements.
  • Review daily sales reports and pipeline status.
  • Take corrective actions to improve conversion rates.
  • Maintain strong relationships with DSAs, brokers, and referral partners.
  • Resolve partner concerns and ensure timely payouts.
  • Increase partner engagement and retention.
  • Ensure applications are sourced according to company and regulatory guidelines.
  • Verify documentation quality and prevent fraud.
  • Maintain audit and compliance standards.
  • Monitor competitor activities and market trends.
  • Gather customer and partner feedback.
  • Recommend strategies to increase market share.

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Nationally awarded as Top TERRITORY MANAGERS twice in the year of 2022.
  • Continuously achieved as best AIRTEL BLACK penetration in KK and awarded in the year of 2022

Area Sales Manager

Sangeetha Mobiles Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Managed a business portfolio exceeding ₹5 Crore in monthly revenue
  • Led 15 highly committed Team Managers and overseeing 15 high-profit stores across North Bangalore
  • Managed a workforce of 80 off-roll employees, ensuring operational efficiency and productivity
  • Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory across all stores within the zone
  • Identified opportunities and established strategic collaborations with handset manufacturers for exclusive promotions and product launches
  • Ensured zero audit variance at stores while conducting comprehensive price band analysis
  • Achievements:
  • Ranked No.1 in growth across the Bangalore Circle for two consecutive years.
  • Consistently exceeded monthly sales targets while driving sales executive performance and productivity improvements.

Store Manager

Univercell Mobiles Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
06.2016 - 12.2017

Operations Store Manager

Spice Retail Ltd
Bangalore
06.2013 - 04.2016

Assistant Store Manager

The mobile store (Essar Group)
Bangalore
12.2009 - 04.2013

Education

B.com -

Dr. C V Raman university
01-2019

Class 12th - undefined

KSOU
01-2014

Class 10th - undefined

JBK high school
01-2006

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team-Oriented
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Sales Forecasting, Planning and Budgeting
  • P&L Management & Revenue Optimization
  • Strategic Sales Planning
  • Lead Generation
  • Market Penetration Strategies
  • Brand Positioning Strategies
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Sales Channel Development
  • Business Development Strategies
  • Training & Development

Languages

English
Hindi
Kannada

Timeline

Area Sales Manager

Paytm
09.2025 - Current

Area Sales Manager

Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd.
02.2023 - Current

Manager

Bharti Airtel
08.2021 - 02.2023

Area Sales Manager

Sangeetha Mobiles Pvt Ltd
05.2021 - 08.2021

Store Manager

Univercell Mobiles Pvt Ltd
06.2016 - 12.2017

Operations Store Manager

Spice Retail Ltd
06.2013 - 04.2016

Assistant Store Manager

The mobile store (Essar Group)
12.2009 - 04.2013

Class 10th - undefined

JBK high school

Class 12th - undefined

KSOU

B.com -

Dr. C V Raman university
Mallikarjun S