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SODAGIRI PRASANNA

VIJAY
Visakhapatnam,Andhra Pradesh
SODAGIRI PRASANNA

Summary

Experienced Sr. Business Development Manager with a proven track record in the information technology and services industry. With over 4 years of expertise, I've developed a deep understanding of customer needs and requirements, enabling me to identify and route qualified opportunities to the right sales executives for further development and closure.

My strengths lie in exceptional interpersonal communication and leadership skills, which have allowed me to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike. I take pride in my diligent follow-up with leads, consistently driving new business and delivering results.

I am passionate about leveraging my experience to drive growth and achieve business goals. Let's connect and explore how we can collaborate to make an impact in the IT industry.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages
6
Certificates

Work History

BitWay Tech
, United States

Sr Business Development Manager
02.2023 - 10.2023

Job overview

Lead Generation using ZoomInfo and SalesIntel and Google Search.
Scheduling appointments with the right personas.
I need to schedule at least 4 to 5 qualified meetings from my end every week.

Rob Solutions
, United States

Sales Specialist
01.2023 - 10.2023

Job overview

Lead Generation using Sales Navigator and Google search.

Every week I need to provide at least of 500 to 600 leads.

Cync Software
Hyderabad, Telangana

Sr Business Development Manager
2023.Oct - 2024.Jun (8 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Identify trends and customer needs, building a sales pipeline for short/medium/long term in accordance with targets.
  • Establish and nurture relationships that fill business pipeline with prospective partners and customers.
  • Finding new ways to grow the business, identify areas of client needs, manage and participate in business negotiations.
  • Suggesting upgrades or added products and services that may be of interest to clients.
  • Generate revenue by identifying pain points and suggesting suitable products or services to clients.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Saketa
HYDERABAD

Sr Business Development Manager
04.2022 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
  • Established key performance indicators to track and analyze business progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Played a pivotal role in expanding the company's client base through targeted outreach and relationship building.
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to develop and implement effective lead generation campaigns.
  • Managed the end-to-end sales cycle, from initial contact to contract negotiation and closure.
  • Conducted in-depth market research to identify potential growth opportunities and emerging market trends.
  • Presented product/service offerings to clients and prospects, effectively communicating the value proposition.
  • Achieved annual revenue growth through the development of key partnerships and alliances.

Reliable Software
HYDERABAD

Business Development Manager
01.2019 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
  • Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
  • Represented company and promoted products at conferences and industry events.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
  • Attend industry events and conferences to network and create business opportunities.
  • Prepare and deliver persuasive proposals and presentations to potential clients.
  • Work to increase revenue through new business opportunities and customer retention.
  • Set and achieve sales and revenue targets.

Maruti Suzuki
Visakhapatnam

Service Advisor
06.2018 - 10.2018

Job overview

  • Documented problems and corrective actions to maintain records.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and asked open-ended questions to better determine needs.
  • Suggested add-on services that would be helpful to customers and improve bottom line.
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
  • Developed estimates by costing materials, supplies, and labor.
  • Suggested additional services to customers in order to meet upsell goals.
  • Handled customer issues with confidence, using complex problem solving to provide effective resolution.

iAppsData
Bangalore

Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Business
11.2024 - Current

Job overview

Market Research & Strategy Development: Conducting in-depth market analysis to uncover new opportunities, and developing actionable business development strategies to fuel expansion.

Sales & Revenue Growth: Designing and executing targeted sales strategies that drive profitability and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Team Leadership & Mentorship: Leading, mentoring, and motivating teams to achieve their targets while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Develop and Execute Business Strategies: Based on the insights gathered from market research, develops strategic plans to tap into new markets, optimize sales strategies, and align business development initiatives with long-term company goals.

Prospect and Identify New Business Opportunities: Proactively identify and generate new business opportunities by leveraging a variety of channels such as networking, referrals, industry events, and online research.

Cold Outreach and Relationship Building: Develop and execute cold-calling strategies, reach out to key decision-makers, and nurture relationships over time to convert prospects into paying clients.

Manage Sales Pipeline: Oversee and manage the entire sales pipeline from lead generation to closing. Ensure that prospects are properly nurtured, and that opportunities are moved through the sales funnel effectively.

Education

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada
Kakinada

Bachelor of Technology from Mechanical Engineering
09.2013 - 05.2017

University Overview

Skills

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Timeline

Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Business
iAppsData
11.2024 - Current
Sr Business Development Manager
Cync Software
2023.Oct - 2024.Jun (8 education.months_Label)
Sr Business Development Manager
BitWay Tech
02.2023 - 10.2023
Sales Specialist
Rob Solutions
01.2023 - 10.2023

Lean Six Sigma

06-2022
Sr Business Development Manager
Saketa
04.2022 - 10.2022

LinkedIn Certifications

08-2020

Automation Anywhere

06-2020

Hitachi

03-2020

IBM

01-2020

RedHat

06-2019
Business Development Manager
Reliable Software
01.2019 - 03.2022
Service Advisor
Maruti Suzuki
06.2018 - 10.2018
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada
Bachelor of Technology from Mechanical Engineering
09.2013 - 05.2017

Certification

LinkedIn Certifications

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