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Manu Ravi

Manu Ravi

Sales Operation Expert

Summary

Accomplished Assistant Manager at Great Learning, adept in operations management and customer relationship building. Excelled in boosting sales and enhancing program efficiency through strategic CRM application and effective team leadership. Proven track record in surpassing targets and fostering stakeholder engagement, demonstrating a blend of analytical prowess and interpersonal skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Great Learning
12.2021 - Current

Sales and Account Management Skills

  • Sales Prospecting & Lead Generation Ability to identify, qualify, and nurture leads effectively across various channels.
  • Sales Life Cycle Management Proficient in managing the end-to-end sales process, from initial contact to final conversion, ensuring a seamless transition at every stage.
  • Customer Relationship Building Skilled at establishing, maintaining, and deepening relationships with prospects, clients, and partners through effective communication.
  • Consultative Selling Ability to understand customer needs and recommend tailored business solutions, ensuring a personalized experience.
  • CRM Software Proficiency Experience in using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools to track sales activities, manage leads, and monitor pipeline health.
  • Account Retention & Growth Focused on managing and nurturing long-term relationships with existing clients and exploring opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.
  • Target Achievement Consistently meets and exceeds sales quotas and performance metrics by driving revenue growth through strategic sales activities.
  • Market Trend Analysis Staying informed of industry trends to help resolve market-specific challenges and offer relevant solutions.
  • Program Management & Coordination Skills
  • Program Coordination & Scheduling Proficient in managing and coordinating program activities, including scheduling and delivering webinars, online sessions, and evaluations.
  • Stakeholder Engagement Strong collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders, including senior managers, academicians, and industry professionals.
  • Participant Engagement & Performance Monitoring Ability to monitor, diagnose, and take action to ensure participant engagement and successful learning outcomes throughout the program.
  • Personalized Participant Experience Skill in delivering a tailored experience for program participants, understanding their needs, and ensuring a high level of satisfaction.
  • Program Documentation & Reporting Maintains accurate records of program activities, sales, and client interactions for effective decision-making and performance tracking.
  • Process Improvement & Optimization Identifies opportunities for improvement and implements processes that increase program efficiency and participant satisfaction.
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Effective Communication Strong verbal and written communication skills for dealing with customers, stakeholders, and participants professionally and empathetically.
  • Conflict Resolution Ability to address and resolve participant or client issues, ensuring a positive experience and long-term satisfaction.
  • Counseling and Career Guidance Ability to counsel and advise professionals on career development, suggesting relevant courses and programs that align with their career goals.
  • Presentation & Public Speaking Experience in delivering presentations to diverse audiences, ensuring clear and engaging communication of complex information.
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
  • Data-Driven Decision Making Skilled in analyzing data to make informed recommendations and drive business solutions.
  • Problem Diagnosis & Solution Implementation Ability to identify participant or customer issues and proactively implement solutions to improve engagement and performance.
  • Customer Support & Service Excellence
  • Customer Support Management Expertise in handling customer queries, providing timely and accurate support, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the program journey.
  • Multitasking & Time Management Efficiently handles multiple responsibilities, including sales activities and program coordination, while maintaining high-quality work output.

Senior Academic Counselor

UpGrad
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Verbal Communication & Fluency Excellent verbal communication skills with fluency in English, enabling clear, effective, and professional conversations with leads and stakeholders.
  • Active Listening & Relationship Building Strong listening skills to understand learner needs and provide relevant solutions, while building trust through empathetic and patient communication.
  • Persuasion & Influence Ability to persuade and encourage learners to attend Video Counselling sessions, ultimately influencing their decision-making and enrollment choices.
  • CRM & Administrative Proficiency Basic proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM software for managing leads, tracking interactions, and reporting outcomes.
  • Organizational Skills & Coordination Strong organizational skills to coordinate schedules between leads and Admission Counsellors and ensure timely follow-ups.
  • Time Management & Efficiency Efficiently managing lead outreach, follow-ups, and administrative tasks while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
  • Customer-Centric Approach Ability to maintain a learner-first approach by understanding their educational goals and guiding them through the enrollment process with care and diligence.

Sales Team Leader

Unitek Education Softwares
08.2016 - 01.2018
  • Boosted sales performance by implementing effective team training and coaching strategies.
  • Mentored junior team members to develop their skills and advance their careers with the company.
  • Managed a high-performing sales team, consistently achieving and surpassing set targets.
  • Led weekly sales meetings to review performance metrics and develop action plans for continuous improvement.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Datascience And Buisnnes Analytics

UT Austin
Texas
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering

M E S College of Engineering
Ernakulam, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Operations management

Additional Information

I possess excellent communication skills, effectively engaging with customers via phone, email, and chat to recommend tailored business solutions and explain product features. Through continuous learning and market research, I proactively identify customer needs, proposing relevant technical solutions and driving sales. My ability to collaborate with teams, prioritize tasks, and offer critical thinking ensures that I consistently deliver effective solutions and foster long-term customer relationships, with a focus on building trust and managing accounts.

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Great Learning
12.2021 - Current

Senior Academic Counselor

UpGrad
06.2021 - 11.2021

Sales Team Leader

Unitek Education Softwares
08.2016 - 01.2018

Post Graduate Diploma - Datascience And Buisnnes Analytics

UT Austin
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering

M E S College of Engineering
04.2001 -
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