Venkataramana G
AGM - Sales
Bangalore,Karnataka
Summary
Proactive Assistant General Manager with history of success managing operations, building teams and equipping employees with skills to independently handle business needs. Offers progressive experience combined with sound judgement and good problem-solving abilities. Strong record of surpassing organizational goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Global Product Manager – Flotation cells & Linear
TAKRAF INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Bangalore, Karnataka
04.2007 - Current
- Verifying and making recommendations for equipment based on process requirement
- Assisting the sales & process team globally in clarifying technical queries received from the local BU’s & their clients
- Providing all relevant documentation, such as equipment sizing sheet, Price list, proposal formats & technical recommendation
- Interacting with end users to clarify their technical queries
- Providing up-to-date product information
- Oversaw global product development and partner relationships, enabling footprint expansion into new markets.
- Led successful global product launches, coordinating with sales, marketing, operations, and support teams to ensure seamless execution.
- Enhanced customer retention rates by addressing pain points and incorporating feedback into product improvements.
- Conducted regular product performance reviews, identifying areas for optimization and driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Developed comprehensive go-to-market plans for each region, ensuring consistent messaging and positioning across all channels.
- Mentored junior team members, providing career guidance and support to foster their professional growth within the organization.
Assistant General Manager – Process & Sales
TAKRAF INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Bangalore, Karnataka
04.2007 - Current
- Understanding customer needs and offering an appropriate solution by doing experiments with different samples in our lab or at the locations of the customer, or by using data given by the customer
- Based on test results and customer data, selecting the right equipment size, estimating, and preparing bids for processing plants and equipment such high rate thickeners, horizontal belt filters, agitators, flotation cells, belt linear screens and PBC
- Technical and commercial discussions with the client or consultant to finalize the order
- Assisting with the commissioning of a high-rate thickener, Horizontal belt filter, flotation cells, belt linear screen, PBC, agitator, and mineral beneficiation plants
- Troubleshooting of equipment during commissioning
- Capable of generating preliminary process flow sheets and plant layouts with several years of work experience in the field of minerals processing industry
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
- On-site training for customer operating employees during plant commissioning
- Enhanced communication among team members through regular meetings, promoting an open dialogue about challenges and opportunities for improvement.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
- Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new employees to build a skilled workforce committed to excellence in service delivery.
- Mentored staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Collaborated with other department managers on cross-functional projects, fostering a cooperative atmosphere that drove overall organizational success.
Assistant Manager of Operations
BMM ISPAT LIMITED
Hospet, Karnataka
10.2005 - 03.2007
- Responsible for operation and maintenance of 250 tph iron ore de-sliming plant
- Make sure that all the equipment parameters are maintained and produced the required grade & quantity of material produced
- Managed daily operations, delegating tasks appropriately to ensure smooth functioning of the facility.
- Coordinated with other departments to improve overall company efficiency and effectiveness.
- Coordinated with General Manager in different operational issues and promotional activities.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient workflow processes and procedures.
Manager of Operations
SMAC Laboratory
Sandur, Karnataka
03.2004 - 09.2005
- Responsible for sample preparation, chemical analysis & report preparation by engaging the team including samplers, chemists & other staff members
- Conducting heap sampling, bench sampling and provide reports after analysis to the mine owners
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring prompt resolution of issues and concerns.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
Manager of Operations
Aquatreat systems
Bangalore, Karnataka
03.2002 - 02.2004
- My profile as Manager-process is operation and maintenance of ETP, STP, WTP and RO plants to meet the required standards
- My profile as plant In-charge is to meet the final water quality requirement, organize the manpower, machinery and indenting the chemicals and maintaining the stock for smooth operation of plant and maintaining the documents and reporting to superiors
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and better quality products.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Education
M.Tech (Mineral Processing) - Mineral processing
PG Centre
Sandur, Karnataka 06.1998 - 06.2001
Skills
Problem solving abilities
Accomplishments
- Successful in booking the 3-orders from 3S Minerals recently for supply of flotation cells, thickeners & HBF’s
- Involved in proposal preparation & commissioning activities at Daoui, MEA & Beni Amir High Rate thickener
- Responsible for Beni Amir & Benguerir Flotation cell package Proposal preparation & technical discussion with JESA & OCP
- Involved in technical discussions with HQCEC, Technip & Flour in securing the order for High rate thickeners & Horizontal belt filters supplied to Maaden Umwal phosphate beneficiation plant
- Conducted test work / proposal preparation / commissioned thickeners, Horizontal belt filters & Flotation cells at some of the key client locations.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Leadership Experience
- Interacting & handling a team of 10-12 members to achieve the sales & contractual targets @ TAKRAF
- Handled team of 50 people during 250 tph iron ore de-sliming plant @ BMM Ispat Ltd.
Communication Skills
- Presented many sales presentations at various client locations on mineral processing equipment which falls in our product range
- Delivered talk on flotation cell in conferences and to all our Business units globally.
Timeline
Global Product Manager – Flotation cells & Linear
TAKRAF INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
04.2007 - Current
Assistant General Manager – Process & Sales
TAKRAF INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
04.2007 - Current
Assistant Manager of Operations
BMM ISPAT LIMITED
10.2005 - 03.2007
Manager of Operations
SMAC Laboratory
03.2004 - 09.2005
Manager of Operations
Aquatreat systems
03.2002 - 02.2004
M.Tech (Mineral Processing) - Mineral processing
PG Centre
06.1998 - 06.2001
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