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Manish Kumar Akela

@manishkumarakela

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Results-driven growth manager with expertise in B2B sales strategies.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic role that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration.

I am a results-driven professional with a strong background in growth management and sales strategy. With an MBA in Marketing and Strategy from the Indian Institute of Management, Udaipur, I have honed my skills in driving revenue growth and optimizing sales processes. My experience at OmniCard has allowed me to exceed sales targets consistently, achieving 160% of my monthly goals through effective pipeline management and lead nurturing in the fintech SaaS domain.

Previously, as a Product Sales Manager at YES BANK LTD., I successfully managed a portfolio of over 100 SME customers, generating significant revenue and improving customer retention by 80%. My ability to leverage digital communication channels, such as email and LinkedIn, has been instrumental in acquiring high-quality leads and enhancing customer relationships. I am passionate about utilizing data analysis and strategic thinking to drive business growth and deliver exceptional results.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Manager- Growth and Alliance

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OmniCard- Eroute Technology PVT. LTD.

Nov 2024 - Present (6 months)

As a Manager in Growth and Alliance, I exceeded monthly sales targets by achieving 160% through effective pipeline management. I specialized in outbound B2B communication and collaborated with marketing teams to optimize lead quality, contributing to revenue growth in the fintech SaaS domain.

Sales Strategy B2B Sales Pipeline Management CRM Lead Generation Communication Fintech Team Collaboration Sales Growth

Product Sales Manager

YES BANK LTD.

May 2023 - Mar 2024 (10 months)

In my role as Product Sales Manager, I managed a portfolio of over 100 SME customers and led a territory of 11 branches. I improved customer retention by 80% and surpassed revenue targets, contributing significantly to customer satisfaction and long-term relationships.

Customer Relationship Management Sales Strategy Revenue Team Collaboration Banking Customer Retention Negotiation Portfolio Management

Marketing Project

IIM Udaipur

Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 (2 months)

I identified opportunities for E-Commerce services in rural areas through extensive surveys. I developed consumer-segmentation models that significantly increased E-commerce penetration, utilizing strategic marketing models for analysis.

Market Analysis Segment Marketing Survey Strategic Marketing Data Analysis Project Management Team Collaboration

Marketing & Sales Intern

Simply Science (EdTech)

Apr 2022 - Jul 2022 (3 months)

During my internship at Simply Science, I led a team to simplify digital learning methodologies for K-12 education. I conducted market research and successfully converted over 90 leads, generating significant revenue by enhancing teaching experiences for schools.