Dynamic business leader with extensive experience in sales management and strategic growth initiatives. Skilled in account acquisition, revenue generation, and market expansion across diverse sectors. Strong background in P&L management, branding, and campaign execution. Known for building high-performing teams and fostering culture of excellence and innovation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Head
LEAD Group
Bengaluru
10.2021 - Current
Strengthened connections with parents to facilitate school growth strategies in designated areas.
Developed and implemented strategies to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction in the region.
Drove business development by managing external customers and identifying expansion prospects.
Formulated and implemented effective sales strategies to meet target objectives.
Conducted negotiations for contracts that fostered partnerships consistent with LEAD School's vision.
Crafted and executed sales and marketing initiatives, achieving established targets consistently.
Guided sales team development, equipping members for optimal performance.
Managed accounts effectively, ensuring timely collections and settlements.
Identified new business avenues through proactive engagement with partners and customers.
Regional Lead-Sales Excellence
OYO Homes & Hotel Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
01.2019 - 09.2021
Spearheaded revenue growth and pipeline development for strategic enterprise accounts.
Prepared comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual operational and P&L reports.
Identified and acquired potential accounts to drive sales expansion.
Developed and executed business strategies, focusing on recruitment, development, and product identification.
Cultivated customer relationships by implementing tailored accommodation solutions.
Conducted progress assessments to identify optimization opportunities with the sales team.
Adjusted sales strategies to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Assistant Manager
Bharti Airtel Ltd
Bangalore
01.2015 - 12.2018
Acquired key accounts including Sangeetha Mobiles, Poorvika, Croma, Lotus Mobiles, and The Mobile Store.
Led a team of 150 in-store promoters to drive sales performance.
Spearheaded quality acquisition initiatives for Voice Prepaid and Postpaid products.
Developed strategic trade and marketing plans to expand customer base.
Conducted training sessions for promoters and team leaders to enhance skills.
Monitored recruitment processes to ensure alignment with sales goals.
Provided motivation and direction to sales team to achieve optimum performance.
Territory Sales In-charge
RECKITT BENCKISER India Ltd.
Bangalore
07.2011 - 09.2014
Expanded market presence through acquisition of new business partners and enhancement of product visibility via dealer relationships.
Directed channel sales operations through distributors and retailers, leading a team of sales executives to increase revenue.
Cultivated rapport with key accounts to facilitate communication and capitalize on cross-selling opportunities.
Spearheaded initiatives for sales revenue growth by executing channel expansion strategies and targeted marketing campaigns.
Formulated monthly sales plans that consistently exceeded targets, maximizing profitability across all channels.
Provided training and mentorship to sales teams, fostering continuous performance improvement and skill development.
Monitored distributor performance and collections, optimizing inventory management for enhanced sales outcomes.
Implemented focused selling strategies for high-margin products, increasing profitability and expanding market share.
Education
MBA - Marketing
PESIT
Bangalore
01.2011
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
BVCET Hubli, VTU Belgaum
Hubli
01.2008
Skills
Business development
Sales strategy
Profit and loss management
New customer acquisition
Guest satisfaction
Hospitality and consumer goods
B2B and B2C business
Distribution and retail
Revenue generation
Market research and analysis
Customer relations
Budgeting and forecasting
Negotiation skills
Decision making
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Cross-functional coordination
Team leadership
Problem solving
Business forecasting
Languages
English, Hindi and Kannada
Awards
Lead Group
Led the region as the top regional head for the AY 2024-25
Achieved the highest school acquisition for the AY 2023-24
Excelled as the top circle head for the AY 2022-23
OYO
Earned the Best MMCEO award for the highest growth in room revenue in FY 2019-20
Recognized as the best MMCEO for being the highest contributor in the Oyo Life business
Orchestrated manpower deployment in OYO Homes kiosks, generating ₹50 lakhs in revenue in six months, contributing 10% of the overall revenue from the Karnataka hub
Bharti Airtel
Received the best TSM award for FY 2014-15
Secured the best TSM (modern trade) award for FY 2015-16
Awarded as the best super attacker
Played an instrumental role in FY 2017-18, helping the team win number one in India
Reckitt Benckiser
Achieved best TSI in the South for 28% secondary growth over last year (OLY) in 2012
Rewarded for the best execution of new product launch activities, and actively contributed to the team's number one ranking for 2012