Manmohan Pillai
@manmohanpillai
Having around 20 years of experience and as a versatile C-suite leader,
What I'm looking for
Having around 20 years of experience and as a versatile and competent mentor, effectively heading the vertical and proven C-suite leader, I bring tremendous amount of energy and new vision to the role I undertake. My interest as well as my professional background would be satisfied given a chance to work in your esteemed organisation wherein, I can utilise my experience for the growth of the business.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief Executive Officer
Salesera Private Limited
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Led international expansion, driving 40% YoY revenue growth across new markets. Improved operational efficiency by 25% through agile frameworks and raised customer satisfaction by 30% using tailored CRM and AdTech/MarTech initiatives.
CEO (Equity Stakeholder)
Salesera Private Limited
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Led Salesera’s expansion into new international markets, driving 40% year-over-year revenue growth. Improved operational efficiency by 25% by implementing agile frameworks and boosting customer satisfaction by 30% through CRM-led customer success and MarTech/AdTech initiatives.
Associate Director - Customer Success
Cogent Integrated Business Solutions
Dec 2021 - Dec 2024 (3 years)
Directed global strategic alliances for a SaaS business, contributing to a 35% increase in sales through client acquisition and retention. Increased customer retention by 20% by managing forecasting, trade marketing, and customer loyalty programs while supporting remote/hybrid workforce execution across time zones.
Associate Director
Cogent Integrated Business Solutions
Dec 2021 - Dec 2024 (3 years)
Directed global strategic alliances and business development, contributing to a 35% sales increase through client acquisition and retention. Improved retention by 20% by overseeing forecasting, trade marketing, and loyalty programs, while leading remote/hybrid team execution across time zones.
COO Vice President Operations
The Buttonwood Tree (TBT)
Aug 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 4 months)
Led end-to-end operational strategy, achieving 15% cost savings by hiring remote resources. Implemented KPI-driven performance metrics for global teams, reaching a 95% on-time project completion rate.
COO / VP Operations
The Buttonwood Tree (TBT)
Aug 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 4 months)
Owned end-to-end operational strategy, delivering 15% cost savings by hiring and scaling remote resources. Implemented KPI-driven performance metrics for global teams to achieve a 95% on-time project completion rate.
Chief Marketing Officer
Astha Infra Pvt Ltd
Aug 2018 - Jul 2019 (11 months)
Developed integrated marketing campaigns and product positioning, increasing brand visibility by 40% in targeted markets. Improved marketing ROI by 25% through strengthened partnerships with digital agencies and led lead-generation campaigns across search and brand visibility ads.
Senior Manager
eGolf International
Nov 2017 - Aug 2018 (9 months)
Launched two flagship stores and achieved positive ROI within the first year, boosting foot traffic by 50%. Led cross-category promotions to clear aged inventory and improve revenue margins.
Sr Retail Merchandiser
Paris Group
Jan 2017 - Oct 2017 (9 months)
Owned assortment planning and promotion planning, including EOSS execution and markdown management. Conducted performance analysis to meet corporate objectives and improve merchandising execution.
Senior Retail Merchandiser
Paris Group
Jan 2017 - Oct 2017 (9 months)
Owned assortment and promotion planning, including EOSS and markdowns, to support corporate sales objectives. Conducted performance analysis and provided reporting to track results against business goals.
Marketing Manager & Business Development
LEAP India Pvt Ltd
Nov 2015 - Jul 2016 (8 months)
Increased visibility of the company’s social content while executing marketing programs and managing events. Led sales and lead-generation efforts, managed client relationships, and supported top- and bottom-line performance.
Senior Analyst
GD Research Center (Global Data PLC)
Aug 2014 - Nov 2015 (1 year 3 months)
Led teams of associates and analysts delivering primary and secondary research and producing client report forms and data reports. Managed quality analysis for business performance management and drove business development by selling database subscriptions to prominent customers.
Marketing Manager
Reliance Retail
Jun 2006 - Jul 2014 (8 years 1 month)
Managed PAN-India retail promotions across categories and formats, using data-driven campaigns to drive footfall and sales growth. Owned budget planning, goal setting, and reporting while running ATL/BTL/TTL activities and coordinating in-store activations, promotions, and events.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies
Master of Business Administration
2004 - 2006
Completed an MBA program at UPES from 2004 to 2006.
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES)
Master of Business Administration
2004 - 2006
Completed an MBA at UPES from June 2004 to June 2006.
MVAM
Master of Science
2002 - 2004
Earned an MSc degree at MVAM from 2002 to 2004.
MVAM
Bachelor of Science
1999 - 2002
Completed a BSc program at MVAM from 1999 to 2002.
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