RAGUL D
Business Development
Kotagiri,Tamilnadu
Summary
Business Development Associate with proven track record of success leading and growing organizations. Strong background in strategic planning, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices.
To have a growth oriented and challenging career, where I can contribute my knowledge and skills to the organization and enhance my experience through continuous learning and teamwork.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Business Development Manager
GUVI Geek Technologies
Chennai
12.2023 - Current
- Strengthened customer relationships with proactive communication and followups.
- Assisted in the creation of detailed proposals for potential clients, showcasing company''s strengths and capabilities.
- Developed comprehensive marketing strategies for increased brand awareness.
- Enhanced team performance by providing guidance, training, and mentorship to junior staff members.
- Streamlined internal processes to improve efficiency within the business development department.
- Implemented data-driven decision making to optimize sales processes and tactics.
- Established strong rapport with clients, fostering long-lasting partnerships and repeat business.
Senior Business Development Associate
BYJU'S
Bangalore
05.2021 - 11.2023
- Developed business pipeline using cold and warm techniques.
- Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company growth goals
- Promoted high level of customer satisfaction using strong relationship-building skills, consistent follow-up and prompt issue resolution
- Developed and implemented favorable pricing structures balancing firm objectives against customer targets.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Managed over 20 to 30 customer calls per day to increased sales by additional 10%.
Agency Manager
Manipal Cigna Health Insurance
Chennai
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement and collected prospects from them and fix appointment with clients .
- Researching latest products and regulations.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Utilized CRM software to manage client relationships.
Relationship Officer
Canara HSBC OBC life
Chennai
02.2020 - 10.2020
- As relationship officer worked with bank to achieved goals for sale of bank products and services and exceeded performance metrics for customer service.
- Setting up meetings with new clients
- Researching latest products and regulations.
- Worked with clients to address and respond to client and partnership management issues.
- Liaised with clients by phone, email and text messaging to meet client needs and define expectations.
- Maintained and built close relationships with customers through regular contact and visits.
Relationship Manager
HDFC Life Insurance
Chennai
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Sought out new clients and developed client relationships through networking, direct referrals, lead databases, and cold calling.
- Recommended type and amount of coverage based on analysis of customers' circumstances using persuasive sales techniques.
- Provided comprehensive product knowledge and guidance to help clients on product selection.
- Negotiated contracts with clients to establish best coverage with lowest cost.
- Developed sales strategies to increase sales of insurance policies.
- Communicated regularly with clients to understand needs, evaluate current product use and cross-sell new products
Sales Executive
V3 Hyundai
Chennai
10.2017 - 01.2019
- As Sales Executive served customers, find new customers and complete administration related to vehicle sales
- As Car Sales Executive, Sold cars to individual as well as to businesses
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships
- Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close
- Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention
- Created and implemented successful sales campaigns to drive leads and increase sales
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion
Education
Bachelor of Engineering -
Rathinam Technical Campus
Coimbatore, India 08.2013 - 04.2017
Higher Secondary -
SVGV Matric Higher Secondary School
Mettupalayam 06.2011 - 04.2013
SSLC - ICSE
Riverside Public School
Kotagiri, India 07.2001 - 03.2011
Skills
Microsoft Excel
CRM software proficiency
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Competitive analysis
Teamwork
Time management
Team leadership
Creative thinking
Self motivation
Active listening
Pricing strategy
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
AnysisCatiaSolid worksCAD/CAM SoftwarePrimavera P6 Project Management
Project
Project Area : AutomobileProject Title : “90 Degree Turning Mechanism in Four Wheel Drive”
Project Role : Team Leader
Software used for Designing: CAD 2010Training and Workshops undergoneOrganization : Automobile industries, podhanur, CoimbatoreDuration: 7 Days
Knowledge Gained : Learnt about various assembly and re-assembly of light vehicle
Timeline
Assistant Business Development Manager
GUVI Geek Technologies
12.2023 - Current
Senior Business Development Associate
BYJU'S
05.2021 - 11.2023
Agency Manager
Manipal Cigna Health Insurance
11.2020 - 04.2021
Relationship Officer
Canara HSBC OBC life
02.2020 - 10.2020
Relationship Manager
HDFC Life Insurance
02.2019 - 12.2019
Sales Executive
V3 Hyundai
10.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Engineering -
Rathinam Technical Campus
08.2013 - 04.2017
Higher Secondary -
SVGV Matric Higher Secondary School
06.2011 - 04.2013
SSLC - ICSE
Riverside Public School
07.2001 - 03.2011