Sameer C.N
Automobile Sales Professional
Kannur
Summary
Seasoned automotive professional with a 30-year entrepreneurial journey in the industry, progressing from a sales engineer at Swaraj Mazda to General Manager roles. Notable achievements include spearheading Hyundai's entry in Malabar, leading branch restructuring at INDUS Motors, and contributing to international business development in Riyadh, KSA. Demonstrating expertise as a Regional Sales Head and Dealer Head, I have successfully established dealerships and managed diverse responsibilities. Excelled as the Group Manager for DKH KIA's CPO division, overseeing three dealerships in Kannur, Calicut, and Malappuram. Currently leading Maruti Suzuki Arena dealership at Kannur. Acknowledged for effective collaboration, personnel motivation, and adept management of administrative and sales operations, boasting a rich 27-year background in the Automobile Industry.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
General Manager
KVR Cars
KANNUR , Kerala
01.2025 - Current
- Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
Group Manager ( Certified Pre Owned Car )
DHK KIA
Calicut, Malappuram, Kannur
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Currently working as Group Manager for Three CPO Dealerships under DKH KIA Management. Based on Calicut Dt.
- Started DKH as sales Manager for Malppuram Dealership since 2023 August and Later shifted to Group Manger for Certified Pre owned cars for three dealerships reporting direct to CEO.
AUTOBOT NXT- GN
Pallikulam
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Started RIDING GEAR STORE as own establishment at Pallikulam under partnership management.
General Manager
VEER MAHINDRA
Kannur
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Working as General Manager for both Sales & Service @ Kannur.
Sales Manager
KVR AUTO MALL [P] LTD
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Worked as Sales Manager- for Nexa Talap.
Manager- Business development
MAZAYA AL-ADAA CO [P] LTD
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Worked as Manager- Business development for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Zonal Manager (sales)
INDUS MOTOR CO [P] LTD
Thalassery
09.2010 - 10.2017
- Worked as Zonal Manager (sales) for Thalassery Region
- Made this Region as 3rd Rank out of 28 regions in Kerala
- Taken in charge of DH during the inception of the new dealership at Thalassery and carried out the whole activities like finding suitable land
- After construction; created a new back office & showroom team along with the field development.
Manage Business Partner
ICICI PRUDENTIAL LIC LTD
Kanhangad Branch
06.2008 - 10.2010
- Worked as Manage Business Partner at Kanhangad Branch.
Asst. Manager (sales)
INDUS MOTOR CO [P] LTD
Kanhangad Branch
09.2005 - 07.2008
- Worked as Asst
- Manager (sales) till date at Kanhangad Branch
- Made this branch into the highest market share region in the state.
Asst. Manager (sales)
KTC Automobiles (P) LTD
02.1999 - 09.2005
- Have an excellent sales track record, consistently achieving the target
- Worked as Asst
- Manager (sales) for HYUNDAI cars.
Territory Sales Engineer
PEEJAY Motors
12.1997 - 02.1999
- Worked as territory sales engineer for a duration of two years
- Promoted the business in two districts Kannur &Kasaragod.
Managing Partner
SWARAJ METALLURGICAL INDUSTRIES
THOTTADA
08.1993 - 12.1996
- Worked as Managing Partner of this company which produced Helical Coil Springs for Railways & BHEL
- Managed the Kannur factory’s day-to-day activities, which includes the Marketing as well as the labors relations.
Education
St.Joseph's Boys High School.
Thalassery , Kannur DistrictSkills
Staff Management
Strategic planning
Business administration
Operations management
Marketing
Interests
Making Friends, Interacting with people, Traveling etc
Personal Information
- Father's Name: C.N. SUDHAKARAN (Late)
- Date of Birth: 05/25/1973
Disclaimer
The above-mentioned particulars are true to the best of my knowledge. If my application is worth pursuing, I shall be available for interviews at any time provided. I feel that your organization offers greater ambit for my abilities and would sincerely love to enjoy the challenge of a new environment and expect to make a positive contribution in the position given by you.
Thanking you,
Yours sincerely,
Sameer C.N.
Software
Excel & other Marketing tools
Timeline
General Manager
KVR Cars
01.2025 - Current
Group Manager ( Certified Pre Owned Car )
DHK KIA
08.2023 - 12.2024
AUTOBOT NXT- GN
01.2021 - 09.2022
General Manager
VEER MAHINDRA
01.2020 - 01.2021
Sales Manager
KVR AUTO MALL [P] LTD
06.2018 - 01.2020
Manager- Business development
MAZAYA AL-ADAA CO [P] LTD
10.2017 - 06.2018
Zonal Manager (sales)
INDUS MOTOR CO [P] LTD
09.2010 - 10.2017
Manage Business Partner
ICICI PRUDENTIAL LIC LTD
06.2008 - 10.2010
Asst. Manager (sales)
INDUS MOTOR CO [P] LTD
09.2005 - 07.2008
Asst. Manager (sales)
KTC Automobiles (P) LTD
02.1999 - 09.2005
Territory Sales Engineer
PEEJAY Motors
12.1997 - 02.1999
Managing Partner
SWARAJ METALLURGICAL INDUSTRIES
08.1993 - 12.1996
St.Joseph's Boys High School.