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Prasanta Biswas

Prasanta Biswas

Area Sales Executive
Berhampore

Summary

Results-driven Sales & Distribution Professional with 10+ years of proven experience in General Trade, Channel Sales, and Distributor Management within the FMCG sector. Demonstrated success in driving business growth, expanding market share, and establishing high-performing distribution networks across diverse markets. Skilled in crafting and executing sales strategies, managing end-to-end distributor operations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve and exceed revenue targets. Adept at navigating competitive landscapes with a focus on operational excellence and market penetration.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Sales Executive

Unilever
02.2023 - Current
  • Managed General Trade operations for Kwality Wall’s across five districts, delivering an annual turnover of ₹16 Cr with a 20% YoY growth.
    • Spearheaded a distribution network of 5 Distributors and 6 Sub-Distributors, leading a team of 3 BDAs and 20 Market Executives.
    • Designed and executed localized marketing strategies, boosting brand visibility and consumer engagement.
    • Launched E-Commerce operations, strengthening multi-channel presence and streamlining order fulfillment.

Customer Sales Officer

Unilever
01.2019 - 12.2023

• Spearheaded business operations for Kwality Wall’s in North Bengal, achieving an impressive annual turnover of ₹ 8 Crores.
• Surpassed sales growth targets by utilizing digital sales tools and KPI-driven performance management with a coverage growth of 45% YOY
• Established a HUB & SPOKE distribution model, resulting in a 30% yearly growth in remote market product availability.
• Executed local trade promotions, enhancing brand presence and driving significant volume sales.

Territory Sales Officer

Unilever
12.2014 - 12.2018
  • Increased sales revenue by 25% by building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients.


  • Established a comprehensive sales and distribution framework for Unilever's business in the areas Jharkhand.


• Implemented innovative account acquisition strategies, enhancing brand visibility and driving SKU growth across institutional accounts.


  • Managed a business turnover of ₹6 Crores, covering key markets including Ranchi, Hazaribagh,Jamshedpur, and Dhanbad.

Territory Sales Executive

United Breweries Ltd
04.2013 - 12.2014

Regularly analyzed sales data to identify market trends, monitor performance against targets, and realign strategies for continuous improvement.


• Managed end-to-end sales and distribution operations for liquor brands across South Bengal, ensuring seamless execution in Birbhum and Murshidabad districts.


• Built and maintained strong relationships across all channel partners to ensure smooth operations and consistent sales performance.

• Executed brand promotion activities and trade schemes, including on-premise and off-premise activations, to enhance market presence .

Sales Trainee

Allied Blenders & Distillers
03.2012 - 02.2013

Spearheaded the launch of new whisky brands, driving product positioning, market entry planning, and trade activation strategies to ensure impactful brand rollouts.
Tracked and analyzed brand-wise market share performance, identifying growth opportunities and monitoring competitor activity to inform tactical decisions.
Conducted deep-dive market research to uncover untapped geographies and emerging consumer demand, generating actionable insights for strategic expansion.
Designed and proposed strategic business development frameworks, directly contributing to improved market penetration and accelerated revenue growth.

Education

BBA - Marketing

University of Burdwan
West Bengal
04.2001 -

MBA - Marketing

Bengal Institute of Business Studies
Kolkata, India
04.2001 -

Skills

  • General Trade & Channel Sale
  • Sales Planning & Forecasting
  • Market Expansion & Penetration
  • New Product Launch & Go-to-Market (GTM)
  • E-Commerce & Omnichannel Sales
  • Trade Marketing & Brand Activation
  • Team Leadership & People Management
  • Sales Analytics & Market Intelligence
  • Competition Tracking & Market Share Analysis

Accomplishments

  • Best ICD Hero – East Region (2023): Recognized for delivering 25% sales growth, outperforming regional targets.
  • Best ICD Champ Award (2019): Honored for exemplary Asset Assurance Compliance across the region.
  • Best TSO – East Region (2016): Awarded for outstanding performance and strategic wins
  • Best Performer of the Year (2013): Acknowledged for significant market share improvement in Prestige & Premium segments in South Bengal.

Timeline

Area Sales Executive

Unilever
02.2023 - Current

Customer Sales Officer

Unilever
01.2019 - 12.2023

Territory Sales Officer

Unilever
12.2014 - 12.2018

Territory Sales Executive

United Breweries Ltd
04.2013 - 12.2014

Sales Trainee

Allied Blenders & Distillers
03.2012 - 02.2013

BBA - Marketing

University of Burdwan
04.2001 -

MBA - Marketing

Bengal Institute of Business Studies
04.2001 -
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