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Sridharan Karthikeyan

Zonal Business Manager
Virugambakkam, Chennai
Sridharan Karthikeyan

Summary

CAREER OBJECTIVES: Seeking assignments in a reputed Science & technology driven organization, Which provides me a wide spectrum of experience and exposure. Seeking Challenging Career in Pharmaceutical Industry to utilize my expertise and to enrich my knowledge in the therapy area assigned to me. Strength: With the thirst of Knowledge and ability to learn things in no time with good therapeutic knowledge, self-motivated & Perfectionist. Goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics industries and proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Has competent skills to increase efficiency and improve market share for the assigned zone.

Overview

24
years of professional experience
9
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages

Work History

ADVY Chemical Pvt Ltd

Zonal Business Manager
05.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Generate Gross margins through business development and to establish wide customer base for device (Lenshooke X1 Pro - Artificial Intelligence Auto Focus Optical Microscopic technology for Semen Quality Analysis)
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
  • Analyzed and improved performance across zone using sales metrics and performance reports.
  • Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.
  • Responsible for accountability of each Key Account Manager’s business performance to facilitate, lead and motivate them to achieve their objectives
  • Empower KAMs by demonstrating field work training and to develop their core competencies for everyone in my team to defeat competition.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
  • Oversaw distribution and logistics, reducing inefficiencies and streamlining processes for ADVY Chemical Pvt Ltd., company.

Merck Limited

Manager Area & Key
01.2009 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Business Development and Performance of Sales Objectives in any assigned therapy area and any assigned market
  • Achieve set Operating Plan of assigned territory/ Product
  • Managing all key accounts in the territory to drive profitable business
  • Implement adequate sales and promotional strategies that increases market share for my brands in synergism with medico-marketing within the assigned geographical market
  • Feed back to the director & marketing team and Regional Manager on market intelligence and competitor’s activities
  • Implementation of sales call frequency based on efficiency tools to maximize impact of HCP visits
  • Adequate coverage and handling of distribution channel
  • Efficiently, timely and accurate reporting of Sales activities, results, opportunities & threats to Regional Manager
  • Monitor, control and ensure receivables in line with company policies
  • Mentoring colleagues to improve and enhance them for in clinic efficiency, displaying Key Account Management
  • Best KAM Award for the year 2018
  • Brand Ambassador Award of Gonal-f for the year 2018
  • Brand Ambassador Award of Cetrotide for the year 2018
  • Nominated for Elite Award for the year 2018
  • Award for Process efficiency for the year 2018
  • Best Zone Award for the consecutive four years since 2015
  • Award for Surpassing Operating Plan for the year 2011-2012 & 2013
  • Consistently Achieved Operating Plan since 2009 and significantly grown with CAGR 16% average every year
  • Won Prize trip award to Dubai and Malaysia-Singapore for Outstanding Performance and surpassing operating plan.
  • Established strong relationships with major accounts and key decision-makers to increase sales in designated territory

Pfizer Limited

Sr.Professional Service Officer
06.2004 - 01.2009

Job overview

  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Gained experience in Pharma selling in MNC and got exposure to promote Cozy OTC brands
  • Consistent Performer since 2006 to 2009.

Serum Institute of India ltd

Product Specialist
12.2000 - 06.2004

Job overview

  • Promoting Vaccines and Pharma brands throughout Tamil Nadu
  • Successfully Launched few Pharma Brands like SN-15 & SD-15
  • Got elevated as Product Specialist covering all over Tamilnadu, Promoting Fertility Products Portfolios to all major institutions and Fertility Centers
  • Got a entry in major Fertility Centers like Prashanth Multi Specialty Hospital and Sri Ramachandra Medical college, Christian Medical College, Apollo Hospitals.
  • Continually expanded knowledge of Fertility product portfolios.
  • Assisted with demonstrations for Gonal-f Pen devices to showcase functionality.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone and in person.
  • Continually expanded knowledge of Fertility portfolio product line

VHB Pharmaceuticals
Chennai

Business Executive
10.1998 - 12.2000

Job overview

  • Launched Typhoid Vaccine & Hepatitis B Vaccine in the market and achieved consistent growth every year.
  • Cultivated long-term relationships through focused effort on customer's unique needs and finding best solutions.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of each client's business through research and regular on-site meetings.
  • Participated in monthly training on latest technology trends and products in industry.
  • Developed strategy to combat increased competitive presence within territory.
  • Earned company exceptional ratings and testimonials from clients and industry organizations.
  • Cultivated long-term relationships through focused effort on customer's unique needs and finding best solutions

Education

National Institute of Business Management
Trivandrum

MBA from Pharmaceutical Marketing And Management
06.2020 - 07.2021

Manipal
Distance Education

Diploma from Digital Marketing
03.2017 - 07.2017

University Overview

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Loyola College, Madras University
Chennai, TN

Bachelor of Science from Chemistry
06.1995 - 10.1998

Liba – IC Loyola College
Chennai, TN

PGDCA
04.1996 - 07.1997

MGR Higher Secondary School
Chennai, TN

HSC
03.1993 - 04.1995

University Overview

GPA: 71

MGR Higher Secondary School
Chennai, TN

X
06.1992 - 04.1993

University Overview

GPA: 76

Skills

Handling Distribution Channel and networking with the distributors, monitoring top line & bottom line sales, Inventory management, Identifying Potential market and appointing distributors who can partner us in line with the framed SOPundefined

Timeline

Zonal Business Manager

ADVY Chemical Pvt Ltd
05.2022 - Current

National Institute of Business Management

MBA from Pharmaceutical Marketing And Management
06.2020 - 07.2021

Manipal

Diploma from Digital Marketing
03.2017 - 07.2017

Manager Area & Key

Merck Limited
01.2009 - 05.2022

Sr.Professional Service Officer

Pfizer Limited
06.2004 - 01.2009

Product Specialist

Serum Institute of India ltd
12.2000 - 06.2004

Business Executive

VHB Pharmaceuticals
10.1998 - 12.2000

Liba – IC Loyola College

PGDCA
04.1996 - 07.1997

Loyola College, Madras University

Bachelor of Science from Chemistry
06.1995 - 10.1998

MGR Higher Secondary School

HSC
03.1993 - 04.1995

MGR Higher Secondary School

X
06.1992 - 04.1993
Sridharan Karthikeyan Zonal Business Manager