Abhishek Parulekar

About Abhishek Parulekar

As a Business Development leader with 16 years of experience, I specialize in driving revenue growth, client acquisition, and strategic partnerships. My strengths lie in interpersonal communication, relationship-building, and team leadership, all of which contribute to my results-driven and proactive approach. I have a proven ability to identify and capitalize on valuable business opportunities, negotiate long-term agreements, and foster strong relationships with clients and vendors. My strategic mindset enables me to analyze market trends, develop effective sales strategies, and implement marketing initiatives that maximize financial growth. With extensive experience in managing sales teams and overseeing business development goals, I prioritize customer satisfaction through swift issue resolution. My background in the diamond industry has refined my skills in creating engaging sales environments and presenting compelling product features. As a dedicated professional, I am goal-oriented and self-motivated, continually striving to enhance business performance and achieve organizational objectives. Key Skills: Interpersonal Communication & Presentation Skills Inventory Control & Management Customer Satisfaction & Issue Resolution Marketing Initiatives & Strategic Planning Leadership & Delegation Vendor Relations Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement Let’s connect to explore opportunities for collaboration and growth!

Experience

1. Business Development Manager

   Red Exim Group

   Mar 2013 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.• Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.• Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.• Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.• Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.• Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.• Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.• Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.• Recruited and hired capable team members to add value and diverse skills set to marketing department.• Identified and maximized sales opportunities, and increased customer retention rates.• Worked to ensure neat and attractive sales environment, and assisted in setup of visual displays.• Remained informed and up to date on current stock and offerings.• Worked to provide optimal browsing and buying experiences for all visitors and customers.• Oversaw sales, marketing, and business development goals.• Consistently surpassed sales quotas by implementing effective sales strategies and equipping providers with powerful product knowledge.• Turned new leads into actual business with effective sales skills.• Worked as dedicated and accomplished Sales Professional for busy and fast-paced business.• Lead and conducted in depth analysis of business performance versus business goals.• Successfully managed sales team of several people to meet and achieve sales goals.• Worked with mission of company in mind and served as dedicated and enthusiastic part of sales team.• Effectively utilized knowledge of inventory control and management.• Remained goal-oriented and self-motivated.

Education

• Mumbai University Mumbai

  Master's degree Part 1, Business/Commerce, General

• SIES High School

  High School Diploma

• Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts Science & Commerce

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Business/Commerce, General

• Welingkar Institute of Management

  Diploma of Education, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Skills

• Advertising
• Sales
• Customer Service
• Marketing
• Sales Management
• Management
• Marketing Strategy