RIZWAN AHMED GODADI
Pallikonda, Chennai
Summary
- With over 25 years of experience in the leather and footwear industry, encompassing leather production, shoe manufacturing, and marketing, I have a comprehensive understanding of the business. My expertise includes crafting strategic operating plans that align with long-term objectives and priorities set by management. Additionally, I have successfully served as a Business Development Head, driving growth and achieving significant business milestones.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
FREELANCE SALES AND MARKETING SPECIALIST
FOOWEAR AND LEATHER INDUSTRIES
Chennai, India
01.2021 - Current
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
- Enhanced the company's profitability by identifying and eliminating inefficiencies in existing business processes.
- Managed key account relationships, resulting in increased repeat business and long-term loyalty among clients.
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Executed business plans to further strengthen and maximize territory sales and profits.
- Improved business profits through innovative cost containment and revenue generation techniques.
Business Development Manager
Saalim Shoes Pvt Ltd.,
Chennai, India
12.2015 - 03.2020
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for business growth, resulting in increase profitability.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully execute complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
- Established valuable partnerships with complementary businesses, creating mutually beneficial synergies that accelerated growth for both parties.
Leather and Shoe Upper Business
Domestic And Exports
Vellore, India
01.2009 - 11.2015
- Have supplied finished leather to Indian factories and Germany and shoe uppers and full shoes to Italian customers
- Attended Trade fairs at Hong Kong, Guangzhou China, Bologna, Milan, Riva del Garda Italy,Florence and London to understand future trends and for orders during that period
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
Business Operations Manager
Universal Shoes,
Ambur, India
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing the best possible terms for the company''s needs and budget constraints.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reducing operational expenses without sacrificing quality or productivity.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring accurate forecasting, budgeting, and reporting to support informed decisionmaking.
- Designed comprehensive training programs to enhance employee skills and boost overall performance.
- Maximized revenue generation through effective sales strategies and market analysis insights.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining service delivery processes and implementing quality control measures.
- Improved supply chain management through careful vendor selection negotiation.
- Reviewed company's strategic plans and developed departmental goals and standards to support vision.
Factory Manager
C M Ateequr Rahman & Co.,
Chennai, India
01.1996 - 12.2005
- Managed 4000 prs per day in 20 upper lines at in house and outsourced from job work units with quality and targeted quantities
- Reduced machine downtime through regular preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Enhanced factory efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and optimizing production processes.
- Achieved on-time delivery of products by closely monitoring production schedules and coordinating with various departments.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of financial assets within the facility.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to align production goals with market demands, increasing revenue potential.
Education
Post Graduated Diploma in Business Admininstration - (Marketing)
Annamalai University
Chidambaram, India.07.1996
Master of Commerce (M Com) - Commerce
University of Madras
Chennai, India1994
Bachelor of Arts - Corporate Secretaryship
University of Madras
Chennai, India.1990
Skills
- Business administration
- Successfully implementing company policies and procedures
- Strategic thought and plan
- Strategic business relationship
- Deep knowledge of business
- Ethical business conduct
- Excellent business sense and negotiation
- Marketing of Products ( Leather and Shoes )
- Handling customers, customer representatives with diplomacy
- Focus on cost control and cost reduction
- Product Promotion
- Targeted marketing
COMMITMENT
In different situations time requires different style of working / management. Adaptation is key to survival and get succeed. My biggest asset is adaptability, eagerness to learn, implement the things and get succeed. I assure if I get an right opportunity to serve, I will be a visionary, a leader, target driven, tenacious, loyal and trustworthy, decisive if necessary and good communicator to the management.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: Read,Write & Speak: English, Hindi, Urdu & Tamil.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Excel, Word & Tally as well.
D O B: 14 May 1971.
Hobbies: Reading management books, attending webinars for improvisation of marketing, motivation and leadership strategies etc., and walking.
DECLARATION
I hereby declare all the information provided are true and best of my knowledge.
Timeline
FREELANCE SALES AND MARKETING SPECIALIST
FOOWEAR AND LEATHER INDUSTRIES
01.2021 - Current
Business Development Manager
Saalim Shoes Pvt Ltd.,
12.2015 - 03.2020
Leather and Shoe Upper Business
Domestic And Exports
01.2009 - 11.2015
Business Operations Manager
Universal Shoes,
01.2006 - 12.2008
Factory Manager
C M Ateequr Rahman & Co.,
01.1996 - 12.2005
Post Graduated Diploma in Business Admininstration - (Marketing)
Annamalai University
Master of Commerce (M Com) - Commerce
University of Madras
Bachelor of Arts - Corporate Secretaryship
University of Madras