Open To Work
Rahul Sharma
Navi Mumbai
Work Preference
Summary
Accomplished Business Development Manager with solid record directing sales and marketing activities. Persuasive negotiator with diplomatic communication style and relationship-building expertise. Collaborative professional committed to providing clients with reasonable, business-smart solutions to common issues.
Overview
4
4
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Go Float Technology
Navi Mumbai
04.2026 - Current
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance market reach and brand visibility.
- Conducted market analysis to identify trends and emerging opportunities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business strategies effectively.
- Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention efforts.
- Oversaw contract negotiations to secure favorable terms for the company.
- Led presentations to potential clients showcasing innovative technology solutions.
- Implemented targeted marketing campaigns to drive lead generation initiatives.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in business development processes.
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
- Determined business development opportunities and implemented effective strategy for client acquisition.
- Participated in weekly meetings with executive leadership team members to discuss progress toward goals.
- Established new customer accounts using negotiation and sales closing abilities.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and market share.
- Generated leads and capitalized on valuable business opportunities to bring in new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
- Drafted proposals for prospects in response to their requests for information.
- Identified new customers through pipelining, pre-qualification and territory analysis and management.
- Created presentations to attract new business opportunities.
- Organized meetings between senior management and prospective customers.
- Developed short-term and long-term vision and strategy to achieve targeted sales objectives.
- Researched target markets to understand the needs of current and potential customers.
- Provided training to sales staff on effective communication techniques when dealing with clients.
- Attended tradeshows and conferences to network with potential clients.
- Monitored competitors' activities, prices, products, and services in order to stay ahead of the competition.
- Conducted research on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
- Collaborated with marketing team members to design promotional materials.
- Prepared reports on sales performance metrics such as revenue growth rate, conversion rates and lead-to-customer ratios.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, partners, and customers.
- Conducted risk assessments for potential business ventures or strategies.
- Fostered long-term partnerships with key industry players to enhance market presence.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive project completion and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
- Coordinated with marketing team to develop promotional materials and campaigns.
- Coordinated with marketing teams to develop promotional materials and campaigns for target markets.
- Implemented CRM strategies to improve customer engagement and retention.
- Gave sales of 2L within 3 months
- Optimized operational processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness in business development activities.
- Facilitated training and development programs for sales and business development teams.
Sr. Business development
Digital regenesis school
Navi Mumbai
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Gave sale of 2.5L indian amount
Business Development Consultant
Edrupt ( rank my business)
Navi Mumbai
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed the full lifecycle of a pan-India digital marketing course, ensuring smooth execution and high enrollment.
- Coordinated with students and counseling teams to handle inquiries and close enrollments, achieving enrollment of over 50 students annually with average ticket size of ₹35K.
- Designed and implemented new courses and developed strategies to attract potential students, facilitating seamless onboarding.
- Conducted counseling sessions, provided personalized support, and helped students achieve their learning goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine course structure, aligning it with industry standards and enhancing student satisfaction.
- Edited promotional videos and course content to enhance engagement and effectively showcase course benefits.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Collaborated with various teams to ensure project success and meet established goals.
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance client engagement and service offerings.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and trends.
- Facilitated workshops to educate clients on digital marketing best practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement customized business solutions.
- Analyzed competitor strategies to inform client growth plans and initiatives.
- Designed client presentations that effectively communicate value propositions and services.
- Mentored junior consultants on effective business development techniques and strategies.
- Managed project timelines to ensure timely delivery of consulting services.
- Set up potential client contacts, cultivated relationships, and followed through on service needs.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.
- Oversaw and executed proposal development, market research, and documentation to achieve optimal results.
- Leveraged strengths to drive long-lasting improvements in business growth, client relations, and profits.
- Created and improved business pipeline using cold and warm techniques.
- Developed effective communication channels between customers and internal teams by incorporating best practices in customer service management.
- Added new features to sales documents, allowing for improved readability and user friendliness.
- Increased bottom-line profitability by growing customer base and capitalizing on upsell opportunities.
- Prepared presentations to demonstrate value proposition of services offered by the organization.
- Conducted market surveys to understand consumer behavior and preferences when it comes to product and service offerings.
- Conducted strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analyses to develop strategic plans for corporate level and business units.
- Drafted proposals outlining terms of engagement for prospective clients.
- Worked with current clients to assess needs and develop improvement plans.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies for business development, growth, and expansion.
- Organized events such as webinars, trade shows, seminars and conferences to promote products and services.
- Identified strategic partners who can help expand reach into new markets or develop innovative solutions.
- Drove business development objectives through creation and maintenance of watchlist or database of strong future prospects to match qualified consultants and contractors with appropriate existing clients, enhance business goals and generate satisfaction of service.
- Conferred with sales and marketing teams to promote consistency in messaging and communication with business partners and customers and to relay insight from data collected to shape successful marketing campaigns.
- Prepared contracts and completed sales with new and existing clients.
- Generated consistent leads, developed pipelines, and closed many sales per year.
- Stayed current on company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to customers.
- Accomplished Business Development Representative offering expertise in marketing, sales and operations. Consults with customers, builds strong relationships, and increases hard sales numbers.
- Met with local business and community organizations to develop leads and generate business.
- Identified repetition of sales lead re-entry and alleviated steps to overhaul sales processes.
- Provided plan pitches and investment strategies to potential partners to raise capital.
- Integrated company products with customer websites, resulting in interactive pages driving visitors to sites and improving business opportunities.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials such as brochures, flyers and emails.
- Maintained records of all client interactions including meetings, calls, emails, for future reference.
- Assisted in creating pricing plans that maximize profitability while meeting customer needs.
- Provided technical support for existing customers through troubleshooting issues encountered during use of products and services.
- Monitored customer feedbacks and reviews to ensure satisfaction levels are met or exceeded.
- Established network connections with key decision makers within target organizations to facilitate successful deals closure.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions aimed at generating creative ideas for increasing revenue streams.
- Crafted statement templates for sales counselors to use at outside appointments, which promoted brand awareness.
- Created reports on progress made towards achieving organizational objectives related to sales targets.
- Documented research findings and prepared polished reports highlighting results and potential improvement strategies.
- Devised new and improved records management programs to organize and protect data.
- Researched and led investigations into various areas to drive improvements and devise new processes.
- Implemented unique methods and methodologies, which helped reduce, and resolve issues.
- Reviewed established procedures to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Evaluated internal systems and prepared training initiatives to mitigate ongoing problems.
- Conducted record searches and coordinated with other units on procedural problems involving complex cases.
- Performed research and analyzed content of records to make disclosure determinations.
- Assessed employees through on-site observation and interviews to determine strengths and weaknesses in work performance, methods, and team functions.
- Mitigated risks by leading and auditing international subsidiaries and operational processes.
- Led valuation, due diligence and contracting as part of acquisition process.
- Created batch of 60 students -: ticket size 35 -2,100,000
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance market presence and client offerings.
Business Development Consultant
Rank My Business Australia
Mumbai
12.2022 - 12.2024
- Designed and implemented social media strategies that increased brand visibility and audience interaction.
- Managed Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter platforms, ensuring consistent messaging and tone across channels.
- Managed multiple platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter), ensuring consistency in messaging and tone.
- Developed posts, reels, and campaigns that enhanced brand presence and boosted audience engagement.
- Monitored social media analytics to evaluate campaign success and optimize future strategies.
- Collaborated with designers to produce high-quality visuals, videos, and graphics.
- Researched industry trends to stay ahead in a competitive landscape and implemented best practices.
- Organized and promoted events via social media, achieving high participation rates.
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance client engagement and service offerings.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and trends.
- Facilitated workshops to educate clients on digital marketing best practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement customized business solutions.
- Analyzed competitor strategies to inform client growth plans and initiatives.
- Designed client presentations that effectively communicate value propositions and services.
- Managed project timelines to ensure timely delivery of consulting services.
- Mentored junior consultants on effective business development techniques and strategies.
- Set up potential client contacts, cultivated relationships, and followed through on service needs.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.
- Oversaw and executed proposal development, market research, and documentation to achieve optimal results.
- Leveraged strengths to drive long-lasting improvements in business growth, client relations, and profits.
- Created and improved business pipeline using cold and warm techniques.
- Developed effective communication channels between customers and internal teams by incorporating best practices in customer service management.
- Added new features to sales documents, allowing for improved readability and user friendliness.
- Increased bottom-line profitability by growing customer base and capitalizing on upsell opportunities.
- Prepared presentations to demonstrate value proposition of services offered by the organization.
- Conducted market surveys to understand consumer behavior and preferences when it comes to product and service offerings.
- Conducted strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analyses to develop strategic plans for corporate level and business units.
- Drafted proposals outlining terms of engagement for prospective clients.
- Worked with current clients to assess needs and develop improvement plans.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies for business development, growth, and expansion.
- Organized events such as webinars, trade shows, seminars and conferences to promote products and services.
- Identified strategic partners who can help expand reach into new markets or develop innovative solutions.
- Drove business development objectives through creation and maintenance of watchlist or database of strong future prospects to match qualified consultants and contractors with appropriate existing clients, enhance business goals and generate satisfaction of service.
- Conferred with sales and marketing teams to promote consistency in messaging and communication with business partners and customers and to relay insight from data collected to shape successful marketing campaigns.
- Prepared contracts and completed sales with new and existing clients.
- Generated consistent leads, developed pipelines, and closed many sales per year.
- Stayed current on company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to customers.
- Accomplished Business Development Representative offering expertise in marketing, sales and operations. Consults with customers, builds strong relationships, and increases hard sales numbers.
- Met with local business and community organizations to develop leads and generate business.
- Identified repetition of sales lead re-entry and alleviated steps to overhaul sales processes.
- Provided plan pitches and investment strategies to potential partners to raise capital.
- Integrated company products with customer websites, resulting in interactive pages driving visitors to sites and improving business opportunities.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials such as brochures, flyers and emails.
- Maintained records of all client interactions including meetings, calls, emails, for future reference.
- Assisted in creating pricing plans that maximize profitability while meeting customer needs.
- Provided technical support for existing customers through troubleshooting issues encountered during use of products and services.
- Monitored customer feedbacks and reviews to ensure satisfaction levels are met or exceeded.
- Established network connections with key decision makers within target organizations to facilitate successful deals closure.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions aimed at generating creative ideas for increasing revenue streams.
- Crafted statement templates for sales counselors to use at outside appointments, which promoted brand awareness.
- Created reports on progress made towards achieving organizational objectives related to sales targets.
- Documented research findings and prepared polished reports highlighting results and potential improvement strategies.
- Devised new and improved records management programs to organize and protect data.
- Researched and led investigations into various areas to drive improvements and devise new processes.
- Implemented unique methods and methodologies, which helped reduce, and resolve issues.
- Reviewed established procedures to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Evaluated internal systems and prepared training initiatives to mitigate ongoing problems.
- Conducted record searches and coordinated with other units on procedural problems involving complex cases.
- Performed research and analyzed content of records to make disclosure determinations.
- Assessed employees through on-site observation and interviews to determine strengths and weaknesses in work performance, methods, and team functions.
- Mitigated risks by leading and auditing international subsidiaries and operational processes.
- Led valuation, due diligence and contracting as part of acquisition process.
Sales Manager
IB Gym Fitness
Navi Mumbai
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Promoted gym memberships and managed social media handles, attracting new clients.
- Created health and fitness content to engage existing members and foster community involvement.
- Devised and executed digital campaigns that increased membership sign-ups and enhanced brand engagement.
- Led sales team to enhance client engagement and customer satisfaction.
- Developed strategic sales plans aligned with fitness industry trends and consumer needs.
- Trained staff on effective sales techniques and customer service best practices.
- Analyzed market data to identify new business opportunities and growth areas.
- Coordinated promotional events to drive brand awareness and attract new clients.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure product availability for customer demands.
- Fostered relationships with local businesses to create partnership opportunities.
- Managed performance reviews to provide feedback and support employee development.
- Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
- Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
- Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
- Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
- Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
- Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
- Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
- Analyzed customer data to identify trends, preferences, and opportunities for growth.
- Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials for target customers.
- Participated in negotiations with vendors regarding product purchases or contracts.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
- Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic goals for the company's growth.
- Implemented process changes to streamline sales department workflow.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
- Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
- Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
- Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
- Established ambitious goals for employees to promote achievement and surpass business targets.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
- Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
- Oversaw regional and local sales managers and staff.
- Gained market share in new sales performance through aggressive team training.
- Used change methodologies to increase sales and led projects for increased productivity.
- Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.
- Coordinated Daily Field Reports (DFRs) and distributed to clients.
Customer Care Representative
Aramex Courier
Navi Mumbai
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Monitored and addressed customer feedback on social media channels to improve brand engagement.
- Maintained responsive and professional brand image online, contributing to increased customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a responsive and professional brand image online.
- Actively monitored and addressed customer feedback on social media channels.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions in the system.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service processes and improve customer response times.
Customer Care Associate
Hexaware Technologies
Navi Mumbai
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Managed Myntra's social media customer service, resolving customer queries and delivering real-time solutions to enhance satisfaction.
- Safeguarded brand reputation by promptly addressing customer concerns and feedback on social media platforms, fostering trust and loyalty.
- Documented Myntra processes to ensure consistency and clarity in operations.
Education
Digital Marketing Course -
Freelancer Academy
Navi Mumbai 08.2022 - 01.2023
Skills
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Management
- Content Strategy
- Social media content creation
- Social media advertising
- Influencer Marketing Strategy
- Community growth strategies
- Social media analytics
- Video Content Creation
- Paid media optimization
- Content scheduling tools
- Hashtag research
- Link Building
- AI Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Ability to Multitask
- Communication Skills
- Paid media optimization
- Content strategy
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Marathi
- Punjabi
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/25/98
Awards
Going Beyond award, Rank My Business, Grateful to receive the 'Going Beyond' award. A huge thank you to Zuber Sheikh - SEO and Digital Marketing Expert for this opportunity and to the entire RankMyBusiness Online team for your support. Your faith in me inspires me to aim higher every day!
Hobbies and Interests
- Photography: Capturing moments, exploring different perspectives, and experimenting with various photography styles.
- Traveling: Enjoying new experiences, discovering unexplored areas, and immersing in different cultures.
- Listening to Music: Relaxing and exploring various genres, enjoying both old classics and modern tracks.
- Car Drives: Exploring scenic routes, enjoying long drives, and seeking adventure on the open road.
- Eating Good Food: Relishing culinary experiences, trying new cuisines, and exploring different dining options.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Punjabi
Proficient
C2
Marathi
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Go Float Technology
04.2026 - Current
Sr. Business development
Digital regenesis school
12.2025 - 02.2026
Business Development Consultant
Edrupt ( rank my business)
04.2023 - 12.2024
Business Development Consultant
Rank My Business Australia
12.2022 - 12.2024
Digital Marketing Course -
Freelancer Academy
08.2022 - 01.2023
Customer Care Representative
Aramex Courier
03.2019 - 09.2019
Sales Manager
IB Gym Fitness
01.2019 - 07.2022
Customer Care Associate
Hexaware Technologies
04.2018 - 09.2018