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Aghilesh Nair

Senior Sales Specialist
Dubai
Aghilesh Nair

Summary

A highly experienced Senior Sales Specialist with over 18 years of experience in driving revenue growth, market penetration, and customer acquisition within the SaaS and digital marketing sectors. Proven track record in developing strategic sales plans, fostering strong client relationships, and leading high-performing sales teams. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights to identify new business opportunities, optimize sales processes, and consistently exceed sales targets. Fluent in multiple languages with exceptional communication and negotiation skills, committed to delivering outstanding business results in competitive markets.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education
3
Certificates
4
Languages

Work History

Digybite

Senior Sales Specialist
9 2023 - 06.2024

Job overview

Success Metrics:

  • Revenue Growth: Increased sales revenue by 30% through targeted sales strategies and identifying new business opportunities.
  • Market Penetration: Successfully expanded market presence in the UAE, resulting in a 15% increase in customer base.
  • Customer Acquisition: Led initiatives that resulted in a 100% customer retention rate and a 20% increase in new client acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developed and executed comprehensive sales strategies, focusing on key accounts to drive revenue growth.
  • Utilized data-driven insights to identify high-potential markets and customers, leading to increased sales opportunities.
  • Led and mentored a team of sales professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term business partnerships.
  • Monitored and analyzed sales performance metrics, implementing strategies to exceed sales targets.

talabat

Sales Trainer & Operations Specialist
03.2021 - 08.2023

Job overview

Success Metrics:

  • Sales Training Efficiency: Spearheaded training programs that reduced onboarding time by 30% and improved sales productivity by 20%.
  • Operational Optimization: Implemented sales lifecycle management strategies that improved sales process efficiency by 25%.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designed and delivered targeted sales training programs, aligning them with business goals to enhance sales team performance.
  • Managed the entire sales lifecycle, from lead generation to deal closure, ensuring consistent sales growth.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline sales processes and improve operational efficiency.
  • Provided real-time sales support, addressing any challenges to maintain service continuity and customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted data-driven sales needs analysis to customize training content and improve sales effectiveness.

ABC Cargo & Courier

Sales and Operations Manager
08.2019 - 02.2021

Job overview

Success Metrics:

  • Customer Satisfaction: Boosted customer satisfaction by 35% through optimized sales and service delivery processes.
  • Cost Reduction: Implemented cost-saving measures that reduced operational expenses by 20% while maintaining high service standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to align with business goals, leading to increased customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Led cross-departmental collaboration to ensure seamless service delivery and quick resolution of sales-related issues.
  • Utilized data analytics to drive continuous improvements in sales processes and operational workflows.
  • Managed end-to-end sales processes, ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment of customer orders.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with key clients, acting as the primary point of contact for major accounts.

Tech Mahindra

Sales Training Specialist
11.2013 - 06.2019

Job overview

Success Metrics:

  • Improved Training Outcomes: Enhanced sales training programs, resulting in a 40% improvement in sales performance among trained associates.
  • Global Sales Training Deployment: Successfully deployed sales training programs across multiple regions, ensuring consistent quality and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developed and delivered comprehensive sales training modules, tailored to new hires and experienced sales professionals.
  • Conducted behavioral and process training sessions focused on enhancing sales techniques and customer interaction.
  • Provided ongoing coaching and support to sales teams, ensuring the effective application of skills in real-world scenarios.
  • Implemented quality assessment and feedback mechanisms, continuously improving the quality of sales training.
  • Specialized in technical sales training, equipping teams with the necessary expertise to handle complex sales inquiries.

techsteel engineering contractors

Sales and Client Relations Manager
05.2006 - 10.2013

Job overview

Success Metrics:

  • Client Engagement Improvement: Enhanced client relations, leading to a 25% increase in client retention and a significant reduction in escalations.
  • Sales Process Efficiency: Streamlined the sales process, reducing the turnaround time for sales quotations and invoices by 30%, leading to faster deal closures and improved operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Client Management & Sales Strategy: Spearheaded the development and execution of customized sales strategies to enhance client engagement and drive revenue growth.
  • Sales Support: Managed the entire sales process from initial contact to deal closure, ensuring accuracy, client satisfaction, and timely delivery of engineering solutions.
  • Training & Development: Conducted comprehensive sales training programs for new hires, focusing on administrative processes, product knowledge, and customer interaction, thereby improving desk management efficiency.
  • Documentation & Compliance: Oversaw the preparation and management of essential sales documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements, which contributed to streamlined operations and enhanced client trust.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborated with engineering and project management teams to align sales strategies with project deliverables, ensuring client expectations were met and exceeded.
  • Client Relationship Management: Built and maintained strong, long-term relationships with key clients, acting as their primary point of contact and ensuring their ongoing satisfaction with Techsteel's services.
  • Sales Pipeline Management: Monitored and managed the sales pipeline, ensuring a consistent flow of opportunities and timely follow-up on leads, contributing to sustained revenue growth.

Education

Singhania University

MBA from Human Resources Management and Services
05.2021 - 05.2022

Skills

Strategic Sales Planning

Certification

Train the Trainer

Timeline

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

08-2024

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

07-2024

Singhania University

MBA from Human Resources Management and Services
05.2021 - 05.2022

Sales Trainer & Operations Specialist

talabat
03.2021 - 08.2023

Sales and Operations Manager

ABC Cargo & Courier
08.2019 - 02.2021

Train the Trainer

08-2017

Sales Training Specialist

Tech Mahindra
11.2013 - 06.2019

Sales and Client Relations Manager

techsteel engineering contractors
05.2006 - 10.2013

Senior Sales Specialist

Digybite
9 2023 - 06.2024

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Urdu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Bengali
Intermediate (B1)
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
Aghilesh NairSenior Sales Specialist