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Santhosh Kumar D

Branch Manager - Sales
Chennai,TN

Summary

Dynamic Branch Manager with a proven track record at Blue Star Ltd, leading the Chennai branch to achieve the highest market share in Room ACs. Expert in relationship building and operational management, driving profitability through strategic initiatives. Recognized for developing high-performing teams and consistently exceeding performance targets.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Manager

Blue Star Ltd
12.2022 - Current
  • Headed Chennai branch, biggest branch in Southern region and No 1 state in terms of volume & revenue for Blue Star Room AC.
  • Developed a high-performing young and energetic team.
  • Focus drive on Air Coolers and Water Purifiers segments
  • Registered No 1 position in Distribution Channel in Chennai.
  • No 1 brand in Canteen business with a brand share of 45%
  • 13.5% share in Retail segment on Room ACs
  • 14.5% market share in FY'25.
  • To drive the team and ensure growth across all Channels and all product category..
  • Increased branch profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and streamlining operational processes.
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.


Deputy Manager

Blue Star Ltd
02.2019 - 12.2022

Headed Coimbatore branch ( ROTN ) operations for Blue Star Room AC , Water Coolers & Water Purifiers.


To drive the team and ensure growth across all Channels and all product category.


Delivered 17% market share in Madurai & Trichy zone consistently from 2019 to 2022.



Deputy Manger

Blue Star Ltd
07.2016 - 11.2019

Responsible for Chennai distribution , RFH and Sathya Agencies along with Coimbatore upcountry.

Played important role for a branch which is All India No1 .

Contributed 30% share for the overall branch revenue.

Ensure UM Associates as All India No 1 distributor consistently in Room AC.

Ensured RFH is No 1 Retailer in Room AC.

Assistant Manager

Blue Star Ltd
06.2013 - 06.2016

Senior Executive

Blue Star Ltd
06.2011 - 03.2013

Handling Sales & Service dealers of refrigeration products in Hyderabad & Rayalseema territory.


First WAFO ( Work Away from Office ) of Blue Star in Refrigeration Products


Responsible to deliver targets from the given Channel.


Responsible to get direct orders from OEMs.

Education

MBA - Marketing & Finance

VIT University
Vellore, India
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Madras Medical College
Chennai
04.2001 -

Skills

Relationship building and management

Timeline

Branch Manager

Blue Star Ltd
12.2022 - Current

Deputy Manager

Blue Star Ltd
02.2019 - 12.2022

Deputy Manger

Blue Star Ltd
07.2016 - 11.2019

Assistant Manager

Blue Star Ltd
06.2013 - 06.2016

Senior Executive

Blue Star Ltd
06.2011 - 03.2013

MBA - Marketing & Finance

VIT University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Madras Medical College
04.2001 -
Santhosh Kumar DBranch Manager - Sales