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SalesManager
Renganathan C

Renganathan C

Chennai

Summary

Dynamic sales leader with a proven track record at Century Flour Mills Pvt Ltd, driving 12% sales growth through strategic pricing and customer engagement. Expert in channel management and negotiation, I excel in building relationships and optimizing team performance to achieve ambitious targets.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager

Century Flour Mills Pvt Ltd
Chennai
2023.06 - 2025.01

Spearheaded sales strategies to identify key markets for bulk refined wheat flour in food industries.

Developed customer segmentation based on price sensitivity and quality, enhancing targeted marketing efforts.

Built and maintained relationships with distributors and wholesalers to ensure long-term retention.

Implemented competitive pricing strategies, resulting in 12% sales growth in first quarter.

Utilized digital marketing techniques for lead generation, increasing online visibility by 30%.

Area Sales Manager – South MT

Nikita Containers Pvt Ltd
Chennai
2021.04 - 2023.06
  • Achieved 10x business growth by implementing targeted sales strategies, optimizing team performance, and expanding key accounts within the assigned territory.
  • Launched Mambalam Iyers and Thaayar food products in major regional chains including Zepto, BigBasket, and Reliance.
  • Delivered a 15% sales growth by executing strategic acquisition plans and continuously evaluating competitor activities.
  • Drove business expansion across South India through meticulous client relationship management, securing large contracts.
  • Led a team in providing customer education and product training, resulting in improved brand loyalty.

Area Sales Manager – GT

Top Anil Marketing Company
Chennai
2019.10 - 2020.07
  • Strengthened distribution channels for the consumer care segment, enhancing product visibility and availability across key regions.
  • Planned and implemented Go-to-Market (GTM) strategies that resulted in a 10% increase in market penetration.
  • Managed and reviewed ROI for channel partners, streamlining supply chain processes and reducing operational inefficiencies.
  • Coordinated monthly sales estimation, achieving a consistent 95% sales target across all channels.

Area Sales Manager – North Chennai

KTV Health Foods Pvt Ltd
Chennai
2018.09 - 2019.10
  • Expanded the distribution footprint by improving general trade and modern trade channels in North Chennai.
  • Collaborated with distributors to optimize inventory and ensure on-time deliveries, reducing stockouts by 20%.
  • Implemented promotional strategies that increased brand awareness and monthly revenue by 18%.

Area Sales Manager – ROTN

Adani Wilmar Ltd
Trichy
2013.09 - 2018.09
  • Managed a sales turnover of ₹6 crore per month across a network of 45 distributors and 8 sales personnel.
  • Achieved a 20% growth in edible oil sales through effective deployment of marketing activities and distributor management.
  • Led the launch of new product lines, increasing market share by 7%.

Sr Customer Executive

PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt Ltd
Trichy
2010.10 - 2013.09
  • Oversaw a beverage distribution business with 4 lakh cases annually, coordinating with 8 distributor sales personnel.
  • Successfully increased market share in Trichy by 7.2 percentage points by executing AOP targets.

Sales Specialist

Sistema Shyam Teleservices Ltd
Chennai
2009.01 - 2010.10
  • Grew revenues and enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining sales processes across 5 distributors and 2 franchise-owned stores.

Non-Food Category Manager

Reliance Fresh Ltd
Madurai
2008.04 - 2009.01
  • Directed non-food category management for 14 stores, implementing promotional plans and SKU analysis for better product placement and sales growth.

Territory Sales Incharge

Reckitt Benckiser India Ltd
Chennai
2003.04 - 2008.03
  • Led a team handling ₹75 lakh in monthly business, achieving consistent sales growth and exceeding regional retail targets.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

MIET ARES College
Trichy
01.1996

Skills

  • Sales management and strategy
  • Channel management
  • Product launch and marketing
  • Team leadership
  • Customer engagement and relationship management
  • Negotiation and contracts
  • Persuasion skills
  • Data analysis
  • Product knowledge
  • Supply chain management
  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Financial acumen
  • Networking strategies
  • BTL activation

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 06/30/76

Last Salary Drawn RS 900000PA

Skills Expertise

  • Sales Management, Over two decades of experience in managing large sales territories and teams.
  • Channel Management, Proficient in handling General Trade, Modern Trade, Horeca, and Institutional Sales.
  • Product Launch & Marketing, Expertise in launching products in competitive markets and managing marketing strategies.
  • Team Leadership, Proven leadership in guiding sales teams to achieve and exceed targets.

Timeline

Sales Manager

Century Flour Mills Pvt Ltd
2023.06 - 2025.01

Area Sales Manager – South MT

Nikita Containers Pvt Ltd
2021.04 - 2023.06

Area Sales Manager – GT

Top Anil Marketing Company
2019.10 - 2020.07

Area Sales Manager – North Chennai

KTV Health Foods Pvt Ltd
2018.09 - 2019.10

Area Sales Manager – ROTN

Adani Wilmar Ltd
2013.09 - 2018.09

Sr Customer Executive

PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt Ltd
2010.10 - 2013.09

Sales Specialist

Sistema Shyam Teleservices Ltd
2009.01 - 2010.10

Non-Food Category Manager

Reliance Fresh Ltd
2008.04 - 2009.01

Territory Sales Incharge

Reckitt Benckiser India Ltd
2003.04 - 2008.03

Bachelor of Business Administration -

MIET ARES College
Renganathan C