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Khalid Zaheer

@khalidzaheer

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Senior business operations professional with expertise in sales and distribution.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a challenging role in a dynamic organization that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a seasoned business operations professional with over 18 years of extensive experience in channel management, sales, and product strategy across various sectors, including telecommunications and FMCG. My career has been marked by a commitment to driving sales and executing product strategies that align with organizational goals. I have a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and maintaining strong relationships with customers, which has earned me a reputation as a trusted leader.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed operations for solar power generation, led sales teams in the telecommunications sector, and developed strategic partnerships that have significantly enhanced revenue streams. My ability to adapt to changing market dynamics and implement effective business strategies has consistently resulted in achieving key performance indicators and driving growth. I am passionate about mentoring and developing talent within my teams, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Area Business Head

OMC Power (Pvt) Ltd

Jun 2018 - Sep 2020 (2 years 3 months)

Led operations and maintenance for 29 solar power plants in eastern UP, ensuring efficient power supply to Airtel telecom towers and managing customer collections for the minigrid.

Operations Management Solar Team Leadership Customer Relationship Management

Area Sales Manager

Telenor (India) Communications Pvt Ltd

Jan 2017 - May 2018 (1 year 4 months)

Managed sales operations for the Buxar cluster, overseeing 15 distributors and 7 team sales managers, achieving significant monthly turnover and transitioning sales processes to digital.

Sales Management Team Management

Head - Trade Marketing

Telenor (India) Communications Pvt Ltd

Feb 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 10 months)

Oversaw trade marketing strategies for Bihar & Jharkhand, ensuring distribution KPIs were met and collaborating with various teams to align business strategies.

KPIs Business Strategy Team Coordination Revenue Planning

Regional Sales Manager - North

Teen Telecommunications (P) Ltd

Apr 2011 - Jan 2014 (2 years 9 months)

Directed sales and business development for North India, building a distribution network and managing a team to enhance product offerings and secure key accounts.

Sales Strategy Business Development Team Leadership Distribution Key Account Management

Zonal Business Manager

Telenor (India) Communications Ltd

Oct 2008 - Mar 2011 (2 years 5 months)

Managed sales and distribution operations across five districts, leading a team and channel partners to achieve significant revenue growth and enhance brand visibility.

Sales Operations Team Management Sales Growth Channel Partner Management

Zonal Sales Manager / Deputy Manager

Dishnet Wireless Limited (Aircel)

Jan 2005 - Oct 2008 (3 years 9 months)

Oversaw sales and channel operations in lower Assam and Shimla, launching services and expanding the subscriber base significantly within a short timeframe.

Sales Management Team Management

Senior Sales Executive

Kodak (India) Limited

Sep 1996 - Jan 2005 (8 years 4 months)

Managed sales activities for Kodak products in Madhya Pradesh, developing strategic plans and overseeing a large distribution network to achieve significant revenue.

Sales Strategy Distribution Revenue Strategic Planning Customer Engagement