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Suman Mohanty

Business Development
Bangalore

Summary

Strategic sales innovator with over 15 years of demonstrated success in maximizing territory and channel performance. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of market forces and competitive landscapes, enabling the development of winning strategies and consistent revenue optimization. Renowned for analytical prowess, decisive leadership, and creative problem-solving that consistently uncovers new opportunities, expands the customer base, and deepens client relationships.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Director Of Sales | Energy

Avathon
07.2024 - Current

• Established ambitious sales targets, managed deployment strategies, and developed go-to-market plans to capitalize on every revenue opportunity.
• Drove net new business in the APAC region and closed a first deal of Industrial AI in the Renewable space.
• Closed 2M USD TCV in the Machine Vision for Energy Retail.
• Managed team of sales representatives, providing guidance, coaching and support.
• Collaborated with marketing teams to help sales campaigns reach target audiences.
• Established pricing strategies to maintain competitive pricing and maximize profits.
• Connected with prospects through trade shows, cold calling and local-area networking.
• Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
• Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
• Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
• Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth

Manager, Business Development

GEP Worldwide
11.2023 - 04.2024

• Managed key accounts in the APAC and EU regions, establishing connections with new prospects and partners for strategic engagement.
• Developed and executed customized account plans, ensuring alignment with client objectives and driving revenue growth.
• Fostered strong client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries and issue resolution.
• Collaborated with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and effectively address client needs.
• Secured a $150K deal within the first 3 months with a Fortune 500 client, achieving 23% of my annual quota.

International Business Manager | Strategic Account

T-Systems International
11.2020 - 04.2023

• Booked revenue of $30M in Shell’s retail telecom modernization and maintained ongoing pipeline opportunities through customer-focused sales and data-driven marketing tactics.
• Secured $15.3M in new sales for Smart Energy Management at Shell mobility sites across the UK, NL, and IN by collaborating with various internal cross-functional teams.
• Increased pipeline in e-Mobility and Renewable Energy sectors through effective collaboration between partners
and delivery teams.
• Provided exceptional account management, utilizing market research and consultative sales techniques to deliver optimal value to client success.
• Negotiated and closed complex sales, promptly resolving conflicts and ensuring end-to-end client satisfaction by collaborating with legal, commercial, delivery, and bid management teams.

Business Development Manager- Net New Business

Gartner Inc
08.2016 - 10.2020

• Spearheaded ITES market penetration via strategic territory analysis, generating a 22% surge in new domestic sales.
• Masterfully employed a consultative sales approach, solving client challenges and value-adding to secure a 15%
year-over-year renewal growth.
• Drove a substantial 37% pipeline volume increase and identified untapped markets through data mining expertise,
earning the New Rookie Award.
• Consistently exceeded targets, achieving 170% of quota and earning Winner's Circle recognition.
• Cultivated high-level client relationships through needs-focused renewal and forward-booking strategies, ensuring
long-term value.

Business Development Manager - Enterprise Market

Oracle India Pvt Ltd
05.2015 - 05.2016

• Played a key role in the Oracle Marketing Cloud Enterprise Team, helping organizations ensure every component
of marketing works efficiently through strategic systems.
• Executed a targeted account strategy adopted as an enterprise best practice, increasing space for seven new
products and higher-margin sales.
• Achieved $750K in annual sales, overachieving 108% of closing new business in the enterprise market.
• Developed competitive strategies and identified growth opportunities within the industry segment.
• Recognized for a large-scale marketing campaign that increased brand awareness and new business sales.

Sr. Account Development Executive

SAP India Pvt Ltd.
06.2010 - 04.2015
  • Led sales and business development across US & India markets (PSUs, Mid-Market, Large Enterprises), consistently
    exceeding annual quotas YOY.
  • Built, coached, and mentored a high-performing sales team to deliver quality SQOs and achieve yearly targets.
  • Drove new business acquisition by pitching tailored SAP solutions (ERP, CRM, HCM, Ariba, SuccessFactors) and
    developing targeted strategies for key/whitespace accounts.
  • Orchestrated deal closures by collaborating with internal stakeholders (presales, solutions) and partnered with marketing on lead-generating campaigns/events.

Education

MBA - SALES & MARKETING

MANIPAL UNIVERSITY
MANIPAL
05.2008 - 2010.05

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

BANGALORE UNIVERSITY
BANGALORE
06.2005 - 2008.05

High School Diploma -

S.C.S COLLEGE
PURI
06.2003 - 2005.05

10TH - 10TH

B.S.HIGH SCHOOL
PURI
06.1990 - 2003.05

Skills

    BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

    CRM

    SOLUTION SELLING

    ACCOUNT MAPPING

    PROSPECTING & LEAD GENERATION

    NET NEW BUSINESS

    BUSINESS GROWTH & RETENTION

    PIPELINE GENERATION

    ENTERPRISE SOFTWARE

    SAAS

    CLOUD

    PARTNER MANAGEMENT

    CAMPAIGN MANAGEMENT

    C LEVEL EXECUTION

    MARKET RESEARCH

Accomplishments

**Winner's Circle Achiever in 2018 with over achievement of 180% of my overall Quota

Certification

"Digital & Social Media Strategies" from India Institute of Management Bangalore

Interests

Farming

Timeline

Director Of Sales | Energy

Avathon
07.2024 - Current

Manager, Business Development

GEP Worldwide
11.2023 - 04.2024

International Business Manager | Strategic Account

T-Systems International
11.2020 - 04.2023

"Digital & Social Media Strategies" from India Institute of Management Bangalore

08-2016

Business Development Manager- Net New Business

Gartner Inc
08.2016 - 10.2020

"Power Prospecting" By Oracle Sales Academy

12-2015

Business Development Manager - Enterprise Market

Oracle India Pvt Ltd
05.2015 - 05.2016

Sr. Account Development Executive

SAP India Pvt Ltd.
06.2010 - 04.2015

MBA - SALES & MARKETING

MANIPAL UNIVERSITY
05.2008 - 2010.05

Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology

BANGALORE UNIVERSITY
06.2005 - 2008.05

High School Diploma -

S.C.S COLLEGE
06.2003 - 2005.05

10TH - 10TH

B.S.HIGH SCHOOL
06.1990 - 2003.05
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