Manoj Thakre
Business Development Manager
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About
Dynamic MBA postgraduate in Marketing Management with 8 years of experience in business development, sales strategy and client relationship management across Manufacturing, SaaS and services. Proven track record in new business acquisition, market research, key account management and executing targeted lead-generation campaigns using MailChimp and SendGrid. Skilled in sales planning, forecasting and post-sales coordination with operations to ensure client satisfaction.
Adept at conducting product demonstrations, nurturing partnerships and delivering consistent revenue growth.
Experience
Business Development Manager - Deccan Management Consultants Finishing School (DMCFS) Pvt. Ltd.
(2024-11 - 2026-08)
- Onboarded and managed clients for NAPS, NATS, and WILP staffing programs, enhancing client engagement and satisfaction.
- Cultivated and strengthened client relationships through strategic follow-ups, leading to increased client retention rates.
- Delivered presentations on service offerings at client locations, effectively communicating value propositions.
- Executed targeted lead generation campaigns using MailChimp and SendGrid, resulting in improved outreach and conversion rates.
- Managed operations related to post-sales conversions, including attendance coordination, payroll cycle management, invoice generation, and payment follow-ups.
- Collaborated with the operations team to ensure seamless post-agreement support, significantly enhancing the client experience.
- Engaged actively in HR forums to promote services and expand professional networks, boosting business visibility within the industry.
Business Development Manager - SoftSign HR Services
(2023-09 - 2024-10)
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to drive new business growth, resulting in significant revenue increase through contract renewals and expansions.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify and capitalize on emerging business opportunities.
- Built and maintained a robust sales pipeline, effectively setting and tracking sales targets using Excel.
- Managed client accounts with a focus on fostering strong relationships and resolving client issues promptly.
Business Development Manager - Nowfloats Technologies Ltd.
(2022-11 - 2023-09)
- Spearheaded new business development initiatives, driving significant revenue growth.
- Identified and pursued cross-selling opportunities through effective product demonstrations.
- Communicated regular sales updates and comprehensive business reports to management, enhancing strategic decision-making.
- Delivered after-sales service to ensure effective product adoption and client satisfaction.
Marketing Executive - Siddhivinayak Precast Pipes Pvt. Ltd.
(2018-08 - 2022-11)
- Executed targeted marketing campaigns to enhance product awareness and market visibility.
- Identified prospective customers and generated inquiries for precast concrete products.
- Promoted precast concrete technology and educated clients on applications and benefits.
- Maintained comprehensive MIS to track performance and streamline marketing efforts.
Sales Representative - Oppo Mobiles India Pvt. Ltd.
(2015-12 - 2016-06)
- Promoted sales through events and campaigns and created awareness for product launches.
- Provided product demonstrations to customers, driving revenue generation.
- Engaged with walk-in customers to understand requirements and suggest suitable products.
Internship - Vedh India
3 Months
Education
MBA/PGDM - Marketing - Pune University (2018)
B.Sc - Electronics - Abasaheb Garware College of Arts & Science, Pune (2015)
Class XII - Maharashtra, English (2010)
Class X - Maharashtra, English (2008)
