Prathamesh Dangale
Summary
Results-driven Sales Manager with 5+ years of experience across interior design, home interiors, and client-facing business development. Proven track record of driving revenue growth, managing sales pipelines, acquiring and converting qualified leads, negotiating high-value deals, and achieving sales targets. Skilled in leading the complete sales cycle—from lead generation, requirement discovery, and client consultation to proposal presentation, negotiation, booking, and project coordination. Experienced in guiding sales teams, monitoring performance metrics, and collaborating with design and execution teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences and maximize business growth.
Overview
3
3
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager Sales
Design Cafe
Pune
10.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented market penetration and business growth strategies to expand the customer base, strengthen market presence, identify new business opportunities, and increase revenue potential within targeted segments.
- Led end-to-end deal negotiations with clients by understanding business requirements, presenting value-driven solutions, handling objections, and negotiating commercial terms to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes while protecting company profitability.
- lanned and executed sales and business development strategies to consistently achieve monthly and quarterly targets, utilizing lead prioritization, pipeline management, client follow-ups, and performance-driven execution.
- Conducted and led client meetings and business consultations to understand project requirements, budgets, timelines, expectations, and challenges, translating customer needs into suitable solutions and actionable business proposals.
- Coordinated with sales, design, project, operations, and management teams to ensure effective communication, smooth execution, and alignment between client expectations, business objectives, and project deliverables.
- Conducted market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging industry trends, customer preferences, competitive positioning, pricing patterns, and potential business opportunities, supporting informed strategic decision-making.
- Monitored and analyzed sales performance metrics and key business KPIs, including lead conversion, booking ratios, revenue generation, pipeline movement, and target achievement, to identify performance gaps and implement corrective strategies.
- Managed and nurtured a sales pipeline from lead generation to closure, ensuring timely follow-ups, effective lead qualification, opportunity tracking, and consistent movement of prospects through different stages of the sales cycle.
- Built and maintained strong client and business relationships through regular communication, consultative selling, requirement analysis, and post-sales engagement, contributing to customer retention, referrals, and repeat business.
- Identified opportunities for upselling, cross-selling, and service expansion by analyzing customer requirements and recommending additional solutions that created value for clients while contributing to overall revenue growth.
- Worked closely with senior management to review business performance, sales forecasts, market opportunities, and growth initiatives, providing insights and recommendations to improve overall business performance.
- Supported team performance and operational efficiency by coordinating responsibilities, tracking progress, resolving bottlenecks, and ensuring that business and project activities remained aligned with organizational objectives.
Interior Designer/Consultant
Livspace Home Interior
Pune
02.2024 - 10.2025
- Managed the complete customer interaction cycle through cold calling, inbound enquiries, walk-ins, referrals, and consultative selling, building strong relationships with prospective clients and understanding their interior design requirements, preferences, and budgets.
- Converted qualified leads into confirmed interior design bookings through structured follow-ups, requirement analysis, solution presentations, objection handling, and effective negotiation, ensuring a smooth transition from initial enquiry to project confirmation.
- Consistently achieved 6–7 bookings per month, maintaining a reported 3:1 conversion ratio by effectively qualifying leads, prioritizing high-potential prospects, and following a disciplined sales pipeline management process.
- Worked as a customer-facing interior design consultant, acting as the primary point of contact for clients and translating their lifestyle needs, design preferences, functional requirements, and budget expectations into suitable interior design solutions.
- Conducted detailed requirement discovery and client consultations, identifying customer pain points and recommending customized design concepts, materials, layouts, and service solutions aligned with their expectations and budget.
- Collaborated closely with interior designers, project teams, and internal stakeholders to communicate client requirements accurately, coordinate proposed solutions, and ensure alignment between customer expectations and the final design proposal.
- Presented and explained design proposals, quotations, packages, and project scope to clients, highlighting the value and benefits of recommended solutions while addressing questions and concerns throughout the decision-making process.
- Supported commercial negotiations, including pricing discussions, package customization, and objection handling, while balancing customer expectations with company policies and business objectives.
- Maintained consistent follow-up with prospects at different stages of the sales funnel, ensuring timely communication, addressing pending concerns, and reducing lead drop-offs through proactive engagement.
- Built long-term customer relationships by providing a professional and consultative sales experience, contributing to customer satisfaction, repeat opportunities, referrals, and overall business growth.
Freelancer
Interior deigner
Pune
04.2021 - 02.2024
- Provided end-to-end interior design and carpentry solutions for residential clients, from initial consultation and concept development to material selection, execution, and final project handover.
- Worked independently on residential interior projects, understanding client requirements, lifestyle preferences, functional needs, budgets, and design expectations to develop customized and practical interior solutions.
- Managed the complete client consultation process, including site visits, requirement discussions, design recommendations, quotations, revisions, and regular project updates to ensure client satisfaction.
- Coordinated with carpenters, contractors, electricians, painters, fabricators, and other vendors to ensure smooth project execution, timely completion, and adherence to the approved design and specifications.
- Managed vendor sourcing and coordination, including identifying suitable suppliers, obtaining quotations, comparing pricing and quality, placing material orders, and following up on deliveries and project requirements.
- Handled material selection and procurement based on project requirements, budget, durability, aesthetics, and functionality, including finishes, laminates, hardware, plywood, lighting, fittings, and other interior materials.
- Negotiated with vendors, contractors, and service providers to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, quality materials, and efficient execution while maintaining project profitability.
- Prepared and managed project budgets and quotations, tracking material and labor costs to ensure projects remained within the client's approved budget.
- Conducted regular site supervision and quality checks to monitor workmanship, design implementation, material usage, and overall project progress, addressing execution issues whenever required.
- Managed multiple project activities simultaneously by coordinating design requirements, material availability, vendor schedules, and execution timelines, ensuring smooth workflow from design to completion.
- Built strong client relationships through personalized design consultation, transparent communication, and after-sales support, resulting in positive client experiences, referrals, and repeat business opportunities.
Education
Degree - Interior Design
jaydeep vidya mandi
Virac, MumbaiHigh school -
GRPENS MID
Skills
- Core Sales Skills
- Sales Strategy & Planning
- Lead Generation & Conversion
- Revenue Growth
- Target Achievement
- Sales Pipeline Management
- AutoCAD
Languages
English
Marathi
Hindi
Accomplishments
- Star Performer at Livspace; achieved 8th rank at Pan-India level with 8 bookings.
- Recognized for strong sales performance as a Net Sales Manager–Debut.
- Recognized for strong sales performance as a Sign Ups Star-Sales
Timeline
Business Manager Sales
Design Cafe
10.2025 - Current
Interior Designer/Consultant
Livspace Home Interior
02.2024 - 10.2025
Freelancer
Interior deigner
04.2021 - 02.2024
Degree - Interior Design
jaydeep vidya mandi
High school -
GRPENS MID