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SADAGOPAN P

Chennai

Summary

Seasoned and dynamic professional with over 15 years of extensive experience in Sales & Marketing, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Revenue Generation, and Brand Management. Demonstrated expertise in Media Space Selling, Digital Space Selling, OOH, Radio, and TV Ad Sales, as well as Key Account Management and Media Planning. Recognized as an out-of-the-box thinker with a proven track record of boosting revenues, optimizing workflows, and fostering a collaborative team environment to drive productivity and innovation for esteemed organizations. Seeking challenging assignments to leverage my skills and contribute to organizational success.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

DAILYHUNT
Chennai
09.2023 - Current
  • Currently handling online space selling, driving digital sales and revenue growth.
  • Managing corporate accounts, ad agencies, and SMEs across Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
  • Established name recognition and generated sales through targeted cold calling to key decision makers.
  • Generated revenue from existing customers and new clients through effective digital sales strategies.
  • Formulated media plans and strategies, executing and managing campaigns for optimal client outcomes.

Deputy Manager

THE TIMES OF INDIA
Chennai
05.2015 - 08.2023
  • Ideated and co-created large brand initiatives with clients, leveraging the power of the Times of India for major verticals like Healthcare, Retail, Matrimonial, and Automobiles.
  • Coordinated with top marketing agencies to understand client requirements and develop tailored brand mixes.
  • Formulated media plans and strategies, executed and managed campaigns to achieve optimal results for customers.
  • Conducted regular market analysis to identify new opportunities and enhance the existing business development base.
  • Acquired new customers, managed client servicing and key accounts, generated revenue, and secured major corporate clients under the Brand Capital equity model at Times of India.

Assistant Manager

SHRI HARINI MEDIA LTD
Chennai
09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Acquired new customers, provided client servicing, managed key accounts, and generated revenue.
  • Coordinated smoothly with various ad agencies, handling multiple categories and corporate segments to ensure effective brief delivery.
  • Drove field sales, achieved regional targets, and monitored sales activities of the team.
  • Ensured revenue growth through strategic planning and execution.
  • Developed and maintained strong client relationships, fostering long-term partnerships.

Senior Officer

TIMES INTERNET LTD
Chennai
03.2011 - 07.2014
  • Identified new business development opportunities through needs analysis and account consultations, achieving optimal sales results.
  • Planned meticulously, prepared thoroughly for each sales call, and maintained accurate sales reports.
  • Managed all aspects of sales operations and daily functions, including creating active prospect pipelines, conducting cold calls, managing renewals, and overseeing collections.
  • Implemented strategic planning to maximize sales effectiveness and achieve business objectives.
  • Fostered proactive communication and collaboration across teams to streamline sales processes and enhance customer satisfaction.

Senior Sales Executive

SARAB CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Chennai
09.2008 - 02.2011
  • Developed new business opportunities through corporate sales and channel sales strategies.
  • Conducted thorough analysis to understand client needs and align services with brand objectives.
  • Successfully retained top clients through proactive relationship management and customized solutions.
  • Maximized sales revenues by implementing effective sales strategies and achieving designated sales targets.
  • Leveraged market insights and competitive intelligence to optimize sales approach and drive business growth.

Education

MBA - Sales And Marketing

UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS
CHENNAI
01.2012

B. Sc Mathematics -

A.M.JAIN COLLEGE
CHENNAI
01.2007

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Client Relationship Building
  • New Market Development
  • Retail Sales
  • Corporate Sales
  • Digital Media Sales
  • Key Account Management
  • Team Building & Leadership

Certification

  • Affiliate Marketing Foundations

LinkedIn

Issued April 2020

  • Building an Integrated Online Marketing Plan

LinkedIn

Issued April 2020

Languages Known

Tamil
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Manager

DAILYHUNT
09.2023 - Current

Deputy Manager

THE TIMES OF INDIA
05.2015 - 08.2023

Assistant Manager

SHRI HARINI MEDIA LTD
09.2014 - 05.2015

Senior Officer

TIMES INTERNET LTD
03.2011 - 07.2014

Senior Sales Executive

SARAB CONSULTANCY SERVICES
09.2008 - 02.2011

MBA - Sales And Marketing

UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS

B. Sc Mathematics -

A.M.JAIN COLLEGE

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