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Ashwin Pershad

@ashwinpershad

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Senior sales director driving revenue growth and client relationships.

Finland

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, drives growth, and values client relationships.

I am a senior sales director with over 14 years of experience in strategic sales and business development. My expertise lies in driving revenue growth, managing multi-million-dollar deals, and building high-performing sales teams. I have a proven track record of overseeing business portfolios exceeding USD 40 million and successfully launching corporate business plans that capitalize on market opportunities.

Throughout my career, I have excelled in P&L management and market expansion, leveraging market research and client feedback to identify emerging trends and customer needs. My leadership style is collaborative, fostering a growth-oriented work culture that empowers teams to achieve their objectives. I am passionate about building strong client relationships and have successfully penetrated global markets, generating significant revenue growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Sales Director

Tech Mahindra

Apr 2017 - Apr 2023 (6 years)

Led strategic sales initiatives and managed a business portfolio exceeding USD 40 million across Telco and Non-Telco sectors. Successfully launched corporate business plans, driving revenue growth and cultivating key client relationships in the Nordics.

Sales Leadership Client Relationship Management Contract Negotiation Team Management Strategic Alliances Solution Selling Market Research

Sales Head, Engineering Services

Tech Mahindra

Apr 2017 - Apr 2023 (6 years)

Managed a USD 25M+ portfolio, driving sales bookings and revenue growth through targeted strategies. Enhanced executive-level engagement with Fortune 500 clients and mentored sales teams to achieve targets.

Sales Strategy Development Relationship Management Contract Negotiation Team Leadership Market Penetration Business Development Client Engagement Sales Growth Partnership Development

Senior Business Development Manager

Tech Mahindra

Jan 2016 - Apr 2017 (1 year 3 months)

Served as the primary contact for account management, driving profitable volume and sustainable sales growth. Developed comprehensive RFX responses and managed bid processes to secure large deals.

Account Management Sales Growth Proposal Development Market Analysis Sales Forecasting Relationship Management Presentation Skills

Business Development Executive

Tech Mahindra

Feb 2010 - Dec 2010 (10 months)

Spearheaded initiatives to enhance operational excellence and conducted market analyses to improve market positioning. Managed RFP/RFI responses and developed partnerships with major tech companies.

Business Operations Market Analysis Partnership Development Client Engagement Operational Excellence

Business Sales (B2B)

Kenya Airways

Feb 2010 - Dec 2010 (10 months)

Focused on driving business sales initiatives in the B2B sector, enhancing client relationships and contributing to revenue growth in a competitive market.

Sales Client Relationship Management Sales Growth Market Analysis Sales Strategy Customer Engagement Team Collaboration Market Research Strategic Planning

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ICFAI University

Master of Business Administration, Marketing

2008 - 2010

Completed an MBA with a focus on Marketing, equipping with advanced skills in market analysis, strategic planning, and consumer behavior.

Guru Nanak Engineering College

Bachelor of Technology, Electronics and Communications

2004 - 2008

Earned a B.Tech in Electronics and Communications, gaining foundational knowledge in electronic systems, communication technologies, and circuit design.