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Meherzad Mistry

Meherzad Mistry

Business Development Manager
Pune

Summary

Accomplished Business Development Manager offering 15 years of experience in Software sales. Diligent in building and retaining accounts by providing support and attentive service. Experienced in converting sales leads and managing multiple accounts. Highly skilled in forecasting, project management and strategic planning. Thorough in monitoring trends and capitalizing on emerging opportunities. Having successful record of expanding network connections through exceptional communication abilities.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Business Development Manager

The Digital Group
Pune
3 2023 - Current
  • Software Sales, SAAS Sales, IT Product & Services Sale aligned with Management and Marketing Team
  • Spearheaded in growth of the company in first 6 Months by 15% of Yearly Numbers
  • Introduced New Strategy in the company for faster wins, resulting in 10% increase in Revenue
  • Planned and Closed High value Deal in first 6 months which improved Brand value of the Product
  • Collaborated with Internal teams for differentials products execution and adding value in the deal
  • Executed entire Sales Cycle from Lead generation to closures and managed additional opportunities through Sales funnel
  • Developed and Maintained relationships with all stakeholders including clients, vendors, partners and Prospects
  • Proficient in Revenue Generation, Customer Satisfaction, Personal Sales Goals and Target Achievement
  • Regularly supporting team-mates with guidance and motivational techniques to ensure 100% efficient work from everyone and bringing the best out of them
  • Successful penetration of New Products in the market and getting good share of Revenue from the same
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Skills – Pipeline Management, Revenue planning & forecasting, People management , Business Development, Cloud Sales, Enterprise Sales, Team Management, Direct Sales ,SAAS Sales

Branch Sales Manager – Key Enterprise Accounts

Info Edge (India) Ltd.
Pune
07.2014 - 03.2023

Experience of Strategic Sales Management, Key Account Management and Business Development

  • Core expertise lies in strengthening relationship with Key Clients, Strategic Account Cross Selling
  • Leading a high performance team comprising of 5 Account Managers with annualized revenue of INR 100 Million.
  • Developed high growth strategies and increased team business base Year by Year.
  • Successfully hired, trained and established employees at different levels.
  • Accurate Sales Forecasting and efficient new product penetration in the market.
  • Focusing on strengthening the relationship with Key Clients of the Business
  • Highest contributor All India level for a new launched product
  • Further strengthened the reach of the company by retaining and bringing the lost accounts of the business
  • Worked closely with Marketing Team for the placement of new products in Pune markets
  • Trained various teams on the new product and devised sales plans and executed mock pitch training sessions for the new product
  • Solely created and managed a different service model for Key Accounts of the business where customer development was given more focus than traditional selling
  • Briefed entire branch about Internet Marketing terminologies, difference between SEO & SEM and social media marketing.
  • Resolved customer complaints to maintain high level of satisfaction.
  • Set clear performance goals for the sales team, providing regular feedback on progress toward targets while offering support where needed.
  • Increased branch sales by implementing innovative sales strategies and fostering a customer-centric environment.
  • Managed branch sales, customer service, finances and recordkeeping.

Job Profile

Times of India- Response
Pune
03.2011 - 07.2014
  • Company Overview: The Times of India is India’s largest media conglomerate
  • With presence in all media verticals it becomes a powerhouse to co-create value to its clients by solutions which encompass media spread of Print, TV, Radio, Internet, mobile VAS, Outdoor, Expos, Magazine and most importantly print
  • Providing holistic integrated media solutions to clients
  • Ideating new concepts which can be activated to co-create value
  • Agency coordination for marketing collaterals for presentations, conferences etc
  • Innovated new ideas for advertising in print
  • Online campaign management, Campaign tracking
  • Maximize print leverage to engage clients in The Times Group non-print activities
  • Ad sales for Print ( Business 2 Business)
  • Events, Exhibitions & Conferences
  • Print campaign management
  • Sales Presentations
  • Business Optimization Analysis
  • The Times of India is India’s largest media conglomerate
  • With presence in all media verticals it becomes a powerhouse to co-create value to its clients by solutions which encompass media spread of Print, TV, Radio, Internet, mobile VAS, Outdoor, Expos, Magazine and most importantly print

Key Accounts Executive

Indiamart Intermesh Ltd
Pune
12.2009 - 03.2011
  • Company Overview: Indiamart Intermesh Ltd (IIL) has been at foremost of business promotion on internet and is evolving itself into complete business promotion service company
  • It owns & maintains India's largest B2B marketplace - IndiaMART.com and over 50 other industry specific marketplaces, which attract focused business visitors
  • Taking care of ad sales business for Pune for all key accounts listed with Indiamart.com
  • Suggesting Advertising and Branding solutions to clients for business promotion
  • Knowing clients requirement and providing them customized business solutions through new proposal & presentation
  • Maintaining healthy business relations with all clients, enhancing customer satisfaction by providing proper after sales services
  • Innovative product implementations and executions for clients, thereby earning consistent repeat business
  • Assessing customer feedback, evaluating areas of improvement and implementing it
  • Ensuring 100% retention by providing right services
  • Indiamart Intermesh Ltd (IIL) has been at foremost of business promotion on internet and is evolving itself into complete business promotion service company
  • It owns & maintains India's largest B2B marketplace - IndiaMART.com and over 50 other industry specific marketplaces, which attract focused business visitors
  • Planning and Sales Responsibility for Team
  • Support & Guide Team for achieving monthly targets
  • Performance reviews and development of Team
  • Achieving targets consistently
  • Forged & maintained excellent client relationships

Education

MBA - Marketing

Suryadatta Institute of Management
Pune
01.2007 - 01.2009

Skills

Relationship Development & Relationship Building

Team Leadership

Negotiations & Customer Service

Sales Presentations

Business development and Planning

CRM Management

Client Relationship Building

New Business Development & Customer Acquisition

Client Consultations

Pipeline Development & Pipeline Management

Strategic Partnerships

Revenue Generation

Product Demonstrations

Prospecting

Marathoner

Dedicated runner with over 12 years of experience in long-distance running and marathons. Proven ability to maintain high levels of stamina and endurance. Passionate about promoting physical fitness and inspiring others to take up running

Timeline

Branch Sales Manager – Key Enterprise Accounts

Info Edge (India) Ltd.
07.2014 - 03.2023

Job Profile

Times of India- Response
03.2011 - 07.2014

Key Accounts Executive

Indiamart Intermesh Ltd
12.2009 - 03.2011

MBA - Marketing

Suryadatta Institute of Management
01.2007 - 01.2009

Business Development Manager

The Digital Group
3 2023 - Current
Meherzad MistryBusiness Development Manager