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D. SATISH KUMAR

D. SATISH KUMAR

Deputy Sales Manager
Chrompet

Summary

To direct my innovative skills toward the expectation of the organization and to put my efforts to a creative team. Hardworking and driven sales management professional equipped to revitalize sales operations and align procedures to maximize profits and client acquisition. Successful at improving sales procedures to streamline and strengthen processes. Multifaceted leader with analytical and diligent approach to building and leading strong teams.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sales Manager

Skybridge Freight India Pvt. Ltd.
6 2024 - Current

Customer Experience

  • Handled diverse customer calls
  • Facilitated customer visits across departments (operations, sales, collections)

Service Delivery Management

  • Monitored service provider performance for timely service delivery (TAT)
  • Generated reports for management and customers (MIS)

Business Development

  • Developed new business (FCL/LCV)
  • Increased revenue from existing customers:
  • Upselling and cross-selling warehousing, distribution, and 3PL services

Assistant Manager - Transportation

Bollore Logistics India Pvt. Ltd.
3 2022 - 9 2024

Vendor Management:

  • Fixed vendor performance issues (Vendor Fixing)
    Negotiated freight rates to secure the best deals
    Allocated loads to appropriate service providers

Customs Clearance

  • Actively participated in the customs clearance process

Procurement

  • Responded to Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and ensured prompt closure

Business Development

  • Developed new business opportunities in the FCL/LCV segment

Operations Management

  • Oversaw loading, unloading, and delivery activities to meet customer requirements
  • Successfully handled import and export for less-than-container load (LCL) and full-container load (FCL) shipments.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

  • Monitored customer cash flow and ensured timely collections within credit limits

Senior Executive Transport

SMS Shipping
11.2016 - 3 2018

Logistics & Vendor Management: Negotiated freight rates, allocated loads, and managed vendor relationships.

Customs Clearance: Actively involved in customs clearance processes.

RFQ Management: Received and promptly closed Requests for Quotation (RFQs).

New Business Development: Managed FCL/LCV operations and customer deliveries.

Accounts Receivable: Monitored customer cash flow and ensured on-time collections.

Import & Export: Successfully handled import/export operations (LCL/FCL).

Customer Management: Developed new business, cross-sold services, and managed customer relationships.

Quoting & Negotiation: Procured freight, negotiated rates, and quoted customers.

Performance Monitoring: Tracked service provider performance and ensured adherence to timelines.

Reporting: Generated management reports and monitored vital metrics.

Customer Relationship & Vendor Management - Manager

Freight Bro Logistics
12.2018 - 04.2020

Customer Relationship Management

  • Upselling & Cross-Selling: Increased customer spending by recommending additional services (warehousing, distribution, 3PL)
  • New & Existing Customer Engagement:Responded to inquiries (quotes, follow-ups)
    Conducted customer reviews to identify growth opportunities
    Managed customer calls
    Facilitated in-person visits with relevant departments (operations, sales, collections)

Business Development & Procurement

  • New Business Acquisition: Developed new business opportunities (FCL/LCV)
  • Rate Negotiation: Secured competitive rates from vendors and service providers
  • Vendor Management:Fixed vendor performance issues
    Allocated loads to appropriate vendors
  • Procurement: Responded to and closed Requests for Quotation (RFQs)

Operational Efficiency

  • Booking & Allocation: Generated bookings and allocated loads to ensure timely deliveries (meeting TAT)
  • Generated reports (MIS) for management and customers
  • Import & Export Expertise: Handled import and export shipments (LCL/FCL)

Senior Executive Customer Service

Expeditors International (India) Pvt. Ltd
10.2015 - 10.2016

Customer Relationship Management

  • Handled diverse customer calls
  • Facilitated customer visits across departments (operations, sales, collections)
  • Conducted customer reviews to identify upselling opportunities
  • Performed retention calls to maintain customer relationships
  • Monitored customer cash flow and ensured timely collections (AR)

Logistics Management

  • Negotiated freight rates with service providers
  • Generated bookings from customers
  • Allocated loads to appropriate service providers
  • Logged shipments in the ETMS (Enterprise Transport Management System)
  • Monitored service provider performance to ensure timely deliveries (TAT)
  • Oversaw loading, unloading, and delivery activities according to customer requirements
  • Followed up on operations as per agreed procedures (SOPs) with clients

Business Development & Reporting

  • Secured competitive rates from service providers
  • Up-sold existing customers on additional services (warehousing, distribution, 3PL)
  • Monitored daily operations and customer service to meet company KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)

Transportation / CHA coordinator & Customer Service

Damco India Private Ltd - Chennai
03.2012 - 02.2015

Customer Interaction & Development

  • Handled diverse customer calls (telephone)
  • Facilitated customer visits with relevant departments (operations, sales, collections)
  • Increased customer spending through upselling (warehousing, distribution, 3PL)
  • Generated new business bookings

Logistics Management

  • Negotiated freight rates with service providers
  • Allocated loads to appropriate service providers
  • Monitored service provider performance for on-time deliveries (TAT)
  • Oversaw loading, unloading, and deliveries as per customer requirements
  • Managed import and export shipments (LCL/FCL)

Procurement & Vendor Management

  • Secured competitive rates from vendors
  • Resolved vendor performance issues (fixing)
  • Responded to and closed Requests for Quotation (RFQs)

Reporting & Analysis

  • Generated reports (MIS) for management and customers

Contract Staff - Swastik Solutions

DHL India P Ltd - Chennai
03.2009 - 03.2012

Logistics Management

  • Import & Export Expertise: Successfully handled import and export shipments (ocean & air)

Warehouse Management

  • Operations & SOP Compliance: Coordinated and supervised warehouse operations according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
  • Space Optimization: Facilitated planning of warehouse layout, space allocation, and storage optimization (including pallets)
  • Inventory Control: Ensured compliance with stacking norms and storage orientations, maintained accurate stock levels through regular monitoring
  • Safety & Security: Prioritized safety and security of personnel and materials within the warehouse

Reporting & Analysis

  • Generated periodic reports accurately and on time

Sales - Executive

Safexpress Private Ltd - Franchise
01.2004 - 02.2009

Customer Acquisition & Relationship Management

  • Generate leads and develop relationships with potential new customers
    Conduct needs assessments to identify customer requirements and logistics solutions
    Present and propose logistics services tailored to customer needs
    Close sales deals and onboard new customers
    Maintain positive relationships with existing customers to ensure retention

Sales Growth & Strategy

  • Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve sales targets
    Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the logistics sector
    Negotiate competitive rates and contracts with clients
    Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to adapt sales strategies

Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare regular sales reports analyzing performance metrics
    Track and analyze customer data to identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities

Education

MBA - Logistics Management

University of Madras
Chennai, India
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Madras
Chennai, India
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

St. Pauls Higher Secondary School
Chennai, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Equipped with good Analytical, Communication, and Customer Support skills

Relationship Management - Internal and external

Commendable negotiation skills

Providing good customer and client service through e-mail and Voice

Team management skills

Handling escalations

Good communication skills

Additional Qualification

MS -office Basics

Qualityofmind

  • Highly motivated
  • Effective team player
  • Shoulder responsibilities with innovativeness

Awardsrecognition

  • Nominated as a 5S champion, responsible for Kaizen (Continues improvement activities)
  • Got Appreciation from Customers Like M/s.Carlisle, M/s.Dover, M/s.Intermode, M/s.Avalon ,M/s.Hexagonal, M/s. L & P Somappa
  • Won award in 2013 for Stove Craft project in placing 500 FCL's in a month
  • Best performer award for the month of November 2014
  • Got Appreciation from Customers Like Ashok Leyland, Same Duet, T.A.W, Super Auto, Schneider Electricals, Takkraf, Tanfac, Polyhose, Kabadi (Bangalore) & Daughters Interiors(Bangalore)

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/02/83
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Hindu

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)

Accomplishments

Achieved Awards & Recognition

  • Won an award for placing 500 FCLs in a single month (Stove Craft project, 2013)
  • Recognized as a top performer (November 2014)
  • Nominated as a 5S Champion for continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen)

Delivered Exceptional Customer Service

  • Earned positive recognition from clients, including Ashok Leyland, Same Duet, T.A.W., Super Auto, and more

Timeline

Customer Relationship & Vendor Management - Manager

Freight Bro Logistics
12.2018 - 04.2020

Senior Executive Transport

SMS Shipping
11.2016 - 3 2018

Senior Executive Customer Service

Expeditors International (India) Pvt. Ltd
10.2015 - 10.2016

Transportation / CHA coordinator & Customer Service

Damco India Private Ltd - Chennai
03.2012 - 02.2015

Contract Staff - Swastik Solutions

DHL India P Ltd - Chennai
03.2009 - 03.2012

Sales - Executive

Safexpress Private Ltd - Franchise
01.2004 - 02.2009

MBA - Logistics Management

University of Madras
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Madras
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

St. Pauls Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -

Deputy Sales Manager

Skybridge Freight India Pvt. Ltd.
6 2024 - Current

Assistant Manager - Transportation

Bollore Logistics India Pvt. Ltd.
3 2022 - 9 2024
D. SATISH KUMARDeputy Sales Manager