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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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