Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
PERSONAL DETAILS
CURRENT COMPENSATION
Generic
Pinaki Sanker Mukherjee

Pinaki Sanker Mukherjee

Sales & Distribution Head
Howrah

Summary

Result-oriented Sales & Distribution professional with 25 years of extensive experience across FMCG, Telecom, and Consumer Goods industries. Expertise in Sales Operations, Distribution Expansion, Channel Management, Business Development, Trade Marketing, and Team Leadership across West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Northeast India. Proven track record in driving revenue growth, launching new products, strengthening distribution networks, and managing high-performing teams. Currently associated with PATANJALI Foods Limited as Zonal Sales Manager – West Bengal.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

State Head– West Bengal

PATANJALI Foods Limited
01.2021 - Current

Key Achievements

  • Delivered sales growth from INR 44 Crores to INR 60 Crores, achieving 36% growth.
  • Increased Numeric Distribution from 17,800 to 26,200 outlets across categories.
  • Successfully implemented Damage & Expiry Process across Pan India for the first time.
  • Achieved highest market penetration for new launches including Mehndi, Rose Beauty Soap, DantKanti FAG, Scrub Pad, and Top Load Detergent Liquid across 8,000 outlets (30%) in West Bengal.

Area Sales Manager (ASM) – Kolkata Metro

Nivea India
08.2019 - 12.2020

Key Achievements

  • Successfully launched Milk Delight and Nivea Soft with 75% penetration across premium cosmetic stores in Kolkata.
  • Activated Zomato and Swiggy delivery channels during COVID-19, resulting in monthly sales growth from INR 80 Lakhs to INR 1.55 Crores.
  • Deployed Beauty Advisors in Top 50 Premium Cosmetic stores, contributing additional business of INR 20 Lakhs per month.

Area Sales Manager (ASM) – Kolkata Metro

McEnroe Consumer Products
03.2018 - 01.2019

Key Achievements

  • Increased sales from INR 1.65 Crores to INR 2.4 Crores, achieving 40% growth.
  • Conceptualized and implemented “MAHEK STORE” initiative with 250 premium outlets across Kolkata.
  • Successfully launched Wild Stone Edge, Shower Gel, Compact Pocket Deo, and Secret Temptation Desire fragrance in 3,000 outlets.

Area Sales Manager (ASM) – Howrah

Reliance Jio
12.2014 - 03.2018

Key Achievements

  • Successfully launched 4G technology across Howrah district within 6 months.
  • Managed mapping of 10,000 telecom outlets with limited manpower.
  • Distributed approximately 5.5 lakh 4G SIM cards during launch phase.
  • Achieved highest revenue within Kolkata Circle with monthly revenue touching INR 5 Crores post-commercial launch.

Channel Sales Manager (CSM) – Howrah, Midnapore & Burdwan

Tata Teleservices
04.2011 - 12.2014

Key Achievements

  • Achieved National Rank 1 from Burdwan district during HUL & DoCoMo “Shakti Project”.
  • Delivered highest CMS > 60% and RMS> 65% performance during Uninor closure through aggressive MNP conversion strategy.
  • Successfully designed and implemented “LOOT LE OFFER” retail incentive campaign.

Territory Sales In charge (TSI) – North Bengal & Northeast

Reckitt Benckiser
04.2004 - 10.2008

Key Achievements

  • Expanded SS Channel across Mizoram, Manipur, and Upper Assam, increasing monthly sales from INR 45 Lakhs to INR 70 Lakhs.
  • Awarded “VISA CUP” for Best Market Visibility in 2007.
  • Successfully launched Veet Hair Remover Cream, Vanish, Easy-Off Bang, and Dettol Sachet across Northeast India.
  • Achieved 85% numeric penetration in the assigned universe.

Sales Officer (SO) – South Bengal

Agro Tech Foods
01.2002 - 04.2004

Key Achievements

  • Successfully launched Sun drop Nutrilite in 2900 Retail with highest reach in Asansol territory.
  • Reduced damages from 7–8% to 1% of total business.
  • Reduced distributor inventory holding from 35 days to 15 days.
  • Relaunched ACT II Popcorn through market demonstrations across 2,000 outlets.

Junior Territory Sales in charge (Jr. TSI) – Jharkhand

SAJ Industries Pvt. Ltd.
01.2001 - 12.2001

Key Achievements

  • Successfully launched Bisk Farm brand in Jharkhand with 9 distributors within 3 months.
  • Achieved 100% outlet servicing during launch phase despite operational challenges.
  • Completed distributor settlements successfully during exit phase.

Education

MBA - Distribution & Marketing

Academy of Business Management Study
01-2014

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - undefined

University of Calcutta
01-2001

Skills

Sales & Distribution Management

Trade Marketing

Market Expansion

Revenue Growth & Profitability

Accomplishments

  • Consistent track record of sales growth across multiple geographies.
  • Strong expertise in distribution expansion and channel development.
  • Successfully launched multiple FMCG and telecom brands across difficult markets.
  • Winner of multiple sales performance awards and market execution recognitions.
  • Extensive exposure in West Bengal, Northeast India & Jharkhand markets.

Timeline

State Head– West Bengal

PATANJALI Foods Limited
01.2021 - Current

Area Sales Manager (ASM) – Kolkata Metro

Nivea India
08.2019 - 12.2020

Area Sales Manager (ASM) – Kolkata Metro

McEnroe Consumer Products
03.2018 - 01.2019

Area Sales Manager (ASM) – Howrah

Reliance Jio
12.2014 - 03.2018

Channel Sales Manager (CSM) – Howrah, Midnapore & Burdwan

Tata Teleservices
04.2011 - 12.2014

Territory Sales In charge (TSI) – North Bengal & Northeast

Reckitt Benckiser
04.2004 - 10.2008

Sales Officer (SO) – South Bengal

Agro Tech Foods
01.2002 - 04.2004

Junior Territory Sales in charge (Jr. TSI) – Jharkhand

SAJ Industries Pvt. Ltd.
01.2001 - 12.2001

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - undefined

University of Calcutta

MBA - Distribution & Marketing

Academy of Business Management Study

PERSONAL DETAILS

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Languages Known: English, Bengali, Hindi
  • Current Location: Kolkata, West Bengal

CURRENT COMPENSATION

Current CTC: INR 22.77 Lakhs Per Annum

Variable Pay: INR 3.50 Lakhs Per Annum

Pinaki Sanker MukherjeeSales & Distribution Head