SNEHAL AWASTHI
Senior Academic Counsellor
Kanpur,UTTAR PRADESH
Summary
Highly results-driven and versatile Sales and Operations Manager with over 9 years of experience across EdTech, retail, and manufacturing sectors. Proven success in international sales (EMEA, Australia, Europe, South East Asia), business development, team leadership, and key negotiations with educational and corporate clients. Adept at transforming leads into high-value clients and significantly increasing revenue through strategic operational management and focused customer loyalty initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Academic Counselor
BRIGHTCHAMPS
10.2024 - Current
Team Leader and Sales Manager
BRIGHT CHAMPS and ROBOCHAMPS
06.2021 - 10.2024
- Spearheaded international sales efforts, converting demo flow leads into clients across high-value markets including EMEA, Australia, Europe, and South East Asian countries.
- Exceeded sales targets by successfully converting 64 deals in a span of just 2 months, generating nearly 20 Lakh in business.
- Managed the full sales lifecycle, including pitching, negotiation, and closing high-value educational technology programs.
- Mentored and led a sales team to achieve ambitious targets.
Sales & Operations Manager
KIDLAND
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Drove a five-fold increase in store sales, raising monthly revenue from 1 Lakh to 5 Lakh.
- Managed comprehensive store operations and handled parental and student queries.
- Built B2B relationships with Oxford, McMillan, Collins, and Britannica.
- Designed and executed marketing campaigns increasing customer loyalty.
Sales & Operations
LANDMARK STATIONERY
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Managed store sales and operations.
- Established collaborations with local schools and publication houses.
General Manager
FURNISH YOUR DREAMS
05.2015 - 11.2017
- Oversaw end-to-end business operations.
- Managed interior operations ensuring quality and timely execution.
- Handled vendor management and procurement.
Education
M.Sc. - International Events Management
University of Surrey
United Kingdom09-2013
B.Tech - Electronics & Communication
Galgotia College of Engineering and Technology
Greater Noida06-2012
Skills
Teamwork orientation
Curriculum planning
Career counseling
Academic advising
Student retention
Career advising
Multitasking
Student performance evaluations
Course counseling
Transportation coordination
On-site execution
Post-event analysis
Event evaluation
Team leadership and motivation
Hospitality management
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Guest services
Adaptability and flexibility
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS & LEADERSHIP
- International Leadership roles at University of Surrey, U.K.
- Leadership training participant and MPI member.
- Captain of Uttar Pradesh Swimming Association sub junior team.
- City Topper in Music for ICSE (2006) and ISC (2008).
- Volunteer for Event Production Show, Olympia, London (2013).
Timeline
Senior Academic Counselor
BRIGHTCHAMPS
10.2024 - Current
Team Leader and Sales Manager
BRIGHT CHAMPS and ROBOCHAMPS
06.2021 - 10.2024
Sales & Operations Manager
KIDLAND
01.2018 - 06.2021
Sales & Operations
LANDMARK STATIONERY
12.2017 - 02.2018
General Manager
FURNISH YOUR DREAMS
05.2015 - 11.2017
B.Tech - Electronics & Communication
Galgotia College of Engineering and Technology
M.Sc. - International Events Management
University of Surrey