SHERRY ALEX JOHN
Bangalore
Summary
Strategic leader with extensive experience as Head of Sales. Proven track record in managing and expanding sales teams, enhancing performance, and increasing customer satisfaction. Expertise in strategic planning, business development, and market analysis. Achievements include implementing innovative strategies that resulted in significant market share growth and improved profitability.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Sales
Big Growth Digital
Bangalore, Hyderabad , Gurgaon , Noida
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted market analysis to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities.
- Achieved 85% revenue increase in Hyderabad's business within five months.
- Realized 50% revenue growth in Bangalore's business over five months.
- Attained 30% revenue boost in NCR's business during five-month period.
- Established partnerships with key industry stakeholders to drive business expansion.
- Identified new markets and formulated strategic plans for entry.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to enhance market share.
- Managed budgeting processes for sales operations, focusing on revenue forecasting.
Vice President, New Business Development
JLL
Bangalore
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Spearheaded business development for residential mandates at JLL, securing four new projects in 50 days.
- Managed institutional sales, organizing successful presentations for SAP and Boeing.
- Generated over 30 closures from multinational companies, achieving revenue of 1 crore.
- Addressed leasing requirements for corporate residential and commercial spaces.
- Executed go-to-market strategies for mandate projects to showcase market potential.
Sales Head - Key Accounts
REA India
Bangalore
03.2018 - 09.2023
- Drove an integrated business strategy, achieving revenue growth of eight crores in Bangalore's key accounts market.
- Promoted to head key accounts division after delivering 100% revenue growth in eight months.
- Recognized as the top key accounts head in India for attaining 120% revenue achievement in Baku, Azerbaijan.
- Managed a team of 14 professionals to execute strategic market penetration initiatives.
Zonal Manager
The Times Of India Group
Chennai and Bangalore
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Drove revenue growth for enterprise sales teams in Chennai and Bangalore branches, achieving 400% and 75% increase respectively.
- Formulated market penetration strategies for Chennai and Bangalore, significantly expanding market share.
- Maintained renewal rates of 45% in Chennai and 65% in Bangalore, exceeding national averages of 17% and 35% respectively.
- Managed a team of 20 employees, fostering collaboration and performance excellence.
Regional Sales Manager
Omneagate Ltd
Chennai
03.2012 - 10.2012
- Orchestrated revenue strategies for SaaS product while leading a team of skilled area sales managers and engineers in the enterprise division, totaling 25 personnel.
Area Sales Manager
GE Capital
Chennai
08.2011 - 03.2012
- Directed sales and revenue strategies for Chennai SBI cards, managing a team of 134 employees
Branch Manager
ICICI Bank Limited
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Achieved year-on-year revenue growth while overseeing P&L as the youngest branch manager in South India.
- Spearheaded strategic marketing initiatives, driving Adilabad branch growth from zero to 20 million within one year.
- Maintained renewal rates of 45% in Chennai and 65% in Bangalore, surpassing national averages.
- Managed a diverse team of 30 professionals to ensure sales and operational excellence.
Education
MBA - Marketing & Finance
Birla Institute Of Technology
05-2008
Bachelor Of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Christian College Of Engineering & Technology
09-2005
Skills
- Key account management
- Market analysis
- Business expansion
- Profit and revenue-generating strategies
- Negotiation skills
- Strategic decision-making
- Business incubation
- Mentorship
- Data analysis
- Team leadership
Hobbies and Interests
- Eschatology
- Farming
Timeline
Head of Sales
Big Growth Digital
05.2025 - Current
Vice President, New Business Development
JLL
02.2024 - 01.2025
Sales Head - Key Accounts
REA India
03.2018 - 09.2023
Zonal Manager
The Times Of India Group
01.2013 - 01.2018
Regional Sales Manager
Omneagate Ltd
03.2012 - 10.2012
Area Sales Manager
GE Capital
08.2011 - 03.2012
Branch Manager
ICICI Bank Limited
08.2008 - 08.2011
MBA - Marketing & Finance
Birla Institute Of Technology
Bachelor Of Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Christian College Of Engineering & Technology