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Dipak Rautela

Noida

Summary

Accomplished B2B enterprise sales and business development manager with 17 years of success in the industry. Expert in driving growth, penetrating new markets, and expanding business within existing accounts across diverse sectors including FMCG, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Automobile, BFSI, Travel, and Non-Profit sectors. Adept in consultative selling, building and nurturing high-level relationships with CXO-level decision. Proven ability to deliver persuasive presentations, effective product demonstrations, and impactful proof of concepts that significantly expand the customer base. Known for delivering tailored solutions that directly address client's business challenges through a holistic understanding of their businesses and industries, and comprehensive product knowledge, thereby leading to a higher closing ratio and achieving organizational revenue goals. Possesses a robust entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to solve client's business challenges, become their trusted advisor, and drive customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Noteworthy achievements include securing 17 product trials (GoodKlicks) in one month leading to 9 conversions. Achieving 115% of the target in H1 (Cisco). Leading a startup (Ekkay) from ground zero to ₹70 million in annual revenue in its inaugural year, and escalating another startups revenue (YouMint) from ₹22 million to ₹90 million within two years. Actively participated in major industry events and recipient of multiple prestigious awards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Director

GoodKlicks
08.2023 - Current

Sales Director, GoodKlicks Digital Ventures LLP, August 2023 to Present.

GoodKlicks is a reviews and reputation management SaaS platform for Businesses. GoodKlicks also provides generative AI, chat, and voice bot solutions to Enterprises.

  • Developed comprehensive business strategies to enter and expand in target markets.
  • Executed plans aimed at increasing product trials and adoption among target business clients.
  • Lead sales initiatives to drive revenue and achieve sales targets.
  • Analyzed market trends to adjust sales strategies accordingly.
  • Collaborated with product development teams to ensure that software met the specific needs of B2B markets.
  • Oversaw integration of customer feedback into product development processes to enhance product offerings.

Key Achievements:

  • Secured 17 product trials within a single month resulting in 9 successful closures.

Sales Specialist,

Cisco Systems,
09.2021 - 02.2023

Cisco is an American multinational digital communications technology conglomerate corporation.

  • Drove customer acquisitions for Cisco Webex omnichannel CPaaS / CX solutions across North India, East India, and Bangladesh, enhancing market penetration.
  • Identified and developed new business opportunities through cold calling, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn, and networking; specialized in crafting tailored business cases to address specific customer needs.
  • Cultivated relationships with senior and middle management to grasp both technical and business project requirements.
  • Engaged with prospects to produce compelling business cases by employing a consultative discovery process, identifying customer experience gaps, and co-creating solutions to bridge these gaps.
  • Contributed to designing high-level solution designs (HLSD) for complex technical deployments, aligning with customer objectives for operational success.
  • Delivered dynamic presentations that highlighted product benefits, features, and competitive edges, effectively boosting client engagement and interest.
  • Negotiated contracts and service agreements, securing favorable terms that fostered long-term business partnerships and contributed to significant sales growth.
  • Leveraged SalesForce CRM to efficiently manage customer accounts and monitor sales performance, ensuring alignment with business targets.

Key Achievements:

  • Exceeded the sales target by 115% in H1 by securing major deals, proactive upselling, and cross-selling within established Cisco accounts.
  • Major accounts acquired and handled directly include GSK Healthcare, Religare, Modi Group, Clinton Foundation, Carrier Midea, COAI, Tata Chemicals, PepsiCo, KFC, etc.

Regional Director

IMImobile Cloud Communications
01.2017 - 08.2021

IMImobile is a global CPaaS technology company that provides cloud communication software and services to to enterprises to interact with their customers at scale.

  • Developed and executed effective sales strategies to achieve regional sales targets and expand customer base.
  • Connected with prospects through cold calling, industry events, and personal networking to generate new business leads.
  • Forecasted annual, quarterly, and monthly sales goals in my territory to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Built and maintained strong, long-lasting customer relationships, understanding client needs and providing tailored solutions and support.
  • Successfully Negotiated contracts, and agreements, participated in bids, focusing on securing projects and maximizing profit.
  • Developed and presented compelling sales presentations and demonstrated the CPaaS platform and product stack to potential customers, effectively communicating product's value proposition and increasing conversions.
  • Coordinated with marketing teams on initiatives such as creating marketing materials, case studies, social media promotions, and email marketing campaigns to generate leads.
  • Worked with product development to integrate customer feedback into enhancements.
  • Compiled detailed sales reports, analysing performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.

Key Achievements:

  • Finished at 112% growth in 2018
  • Acquired and Managed large logo deals like HUL, World Bank, ITC, Dabur, GSK Pharmaceuticals, GSK Healthcare, Indigo Airlines, Ola Electric, Nestle, TB Alert, BBC Media Action, JK Tyres, Emami, Magma Finance, Indigo Airlines, Godfrey Phillips, etc.

General Manager Sales

NetCore Cloud
03.2013 - 12.2016

NetCore Cloud is a global MarTech product company that helps marketers increase conversions, user engagement, and retention on websites & apps.

  • Led efforts in proactive prospecting to identify and seize new business opportunities, and significantly increase revenue share.
  • Developed and implemented innovative solutions through collaboration with cross-functional teams, enhancing product offerings and
  • Played a key role in recruitment by hiring and training sales team, and mentoring them to boost team performance.
  • Negotiated favourable terms with vendors and customers, reducing costs and increasing profitability.
  • Drove team performance by setting clear goals, monitoring daily progress, and applying strategic improvements, consistently achieving sales targets.
  • Crafted compelling sales presentations and presentation decks to effectively communicate product success.
  • Expanded market presence and brand reputation by actively participating in industry shows, conventions, and networking events.
  • Maintained strong relationships with existing customers and successfully acquired new accounts by addressing their specific needs with tailored services.

Key Achievements:

  • Drove sales of MarTech solutions to enterprise clients, consistently achieving and exceeding targets by 20-25% through strategic account management and business development.
  • Expanded the company’s market reach by nurturing legacy business client networks, leading to a 30% increase in major account acquisitions.
  • Major accounts acquired and managed include GSK Healthcare, Religare, Godfrey Phillips, Clinton Foundation, Carrier Midea, COAI, Tata Chemicals, PepsiCo, KFC, etc.

Regional Sales Manager

IndiaDotcom Digital (Formerly Zee Digital)
05.2012 - 03.2013

India's Leading Digital News Portal & Information Product Company.

  • Led regional sales team, to ensure achievement of revenue goals by fostering strong partnerships with enterprise and agency clients. Worked closely with internal teams to collaborate and execute sales strategies.
  • Cultivated strong connections with decision-makers at top enterprises and agencies, mentoring team of sales professionals in effective pitching and closing deals generating consistent monthly recurring revenues of ₹4 to 4.5 million.

VP Sales

Nick IT
04.2011 - 05.2012

NickIT specializes in using MobileTech for Customer Communication & Engagement.

  • Championed regional sales initiatives, achieving sales quotas through new business development and strategic account management for major brands for major brands like Samsung, Maruti, LG, Pernod Ricard, etc.
  • Exceed sales quotas with 90% of all sales deriving from new clients.

Vice President of Sales

YouMint
11.2008 - 04.2011

India's first Online Permission Marketing & MarTech Platform for Enterprise.

  • Spearheaded business development by launching and developing new business segments, and forging partnerships with businesses in India and globally.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive product development and innovation, resulting in increased sales.
  • Led a high-performing sales team, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
  • Built strong relationships with clients by following up on previous purchases and suggesting new products and solutions.
  • Developed short and long-term sales strategies to gain market share, uncover new sales opportunities and increase revenue.
  • Secured key accounts with targeted presentations, strengthening brand reputation amongst industry leaders.
  • Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers and increased repeat sales and retention.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Led and motivated sales team to achieve specific goals, providing feedback and coaching to improve performance.

Key Achievements:

  • Led startup's evolution, single-handedly skyrocketing company's business revenue from ₹22.3 million to achieving ₹90 million in 2 years.
  • Secured fast-track promotion from Sales Manager to VP of Sales in one year.

Head of Sales

Ekkay
Vadodara, GJ
11.2005 - 10.2008

the Card Fraud Security SaaS Solutions & CPaaS Platform.

  • Led business development efforts and forged key partnerships for Real-Time Card Payments Fraud Security SaaS solutions.
  • Drove business growth and expansion within BFSI industry by proactively selling to CTOs, Heads of Cards, and Fraud, Banking System Aggregators, across major banks and system providers.
  • Acquired clients by securing annual contracts with top enterprise clients.
  • Met with clients nationwide and internationally and delivered engaging presentations and product demos, educating them on products and service features.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth execution of projects and product demos.
  • Developed strong client relationships with new and existing clients for improved satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Negotiated contracts with major clients, securing long-term partnerships that generated significant revenue streams.
  • Drove international business expansion by forging strategic alliances with overseas partners to enhance business opportunities and collaborations.
  • Facilitated partnership agreements and negotiations to ensure mutually beneficial terms for all parties involved.
  • Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.

Key Achievements:

  • Spearheaded transformation of startup, single-handedly scaling business revenue from inception to achieving ₹70 million in annual revenue within first year.
  • Standard Chartered Bank, Royal Bank of Canada, Standard Chartered Bank, Kotak Bank, Citibank, Nairobi Securities Exchange, ACI World Wide etc

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Manipal University
Manipal, KA

MBA - Marketing

SMU
10.2024

Skills

  • Account Management & Development
  • Bidding & Tendering
  • Business Development & Forecasting
  • C-Level Relations
  • CRM Software Proficiency (Salesforce, Zoho CRM)
  • CPaaS & SaaS/Cloud Sales Solutions
  • Client Acquisition & Retention
  • Consultative Sales & Discovery
  • Customer Requirements Mapping
  • Digital & Mobile Marketing
  • Enterprise Sales & Deal Negotiations
  • International Sales Experience
  • Interviewing & Hiring Skills
  • MarTech Sales
  • Negotiations & Closing Deals
  • Networking and Relationship Building
  • Objection Handling & Value Demonstration
  • Pipeline Growth & Sales Pipeline Management
  • Pre-Sales Engagement
  • Presentation and Communication Skills
  • Product Demonstration
  • Profit and Revenue Generation Strategies
  • Prospecting Skills
  • Sales Strategy Development & Tracking
  • SalesForce CRM proficiency
  • Solution Design & Selling
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Strategic Account Development
  • Team Collaboration
  • Territory Sales Management
  • ZoomInfo Proficiency

Certification

  • Digital Marketing (Google)
  • Email Marketing (HubSpot Academy)
  • Success in Sales Development (Salesforce)
  • Sales and CRM (Salesforce)
  • Business Development & B2B Sales (Udemy)
  • Modern Marketing Seth Godin (Udemy)
  • Design Thinking (Skill Nation)
  • Storytelling to Influence (Udemy)
  • OKR - Objectives & Key Results (OKR Institute)


AWARDS

  • Rural Communication CPaaS Platform. Client: GSK Consumer Health Care. 8th Mobbys Award: Feb 2019.


  • Pharmacist Communication Omni Channel CPaaS Platform. Client: GSK Consumer Health Care. Making of Developed India Awards for Excellence. Feb 2019.


  • Rural Communication CPaaS Platform. Flame Awards: March 2016. Client: Telecom Body C.O.A.I & Ministry of Skill Development for Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojna (PMKVY).

MY LIFE PHILOSOPHY

"Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire." –Arnold H. Glasow


"You're not obligated to win. You're obligated to keep trying to do the best you can every day" –Marian Wright Edelman

Timeline

Sales Director

GoodKlicks
08.2023 - Current

Sales Specialist,

Cisco Systems,
09.2021 - 02.2023

Regional Director

IMImobile Cloud Communications
01.2017 - 08.2021

General Manager Sales

NetCore Cloud
03.2013 - 12.2016

Regional Sales Manager

IndiaDotcom Digital (Formerly Zee Digital)
05.2012 - 03.2013

VP Sales

Nick IT
04.2011 - 05.2012

Vice President of Sales

YouMint
11.2008 - 04.2011

Head of Sales

Ekkay
11.2005 - 10.2008

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Manipal University

MBA - Marketing

SMU
Dipak Rautela