Manish Sharma
Startup-Focused Business Development Leader | 16+ Yrs in B2B Sales, L&D, GTM Strategy | Executive MBA – IIM Kozhikode | SDA Bocconi | Global Market Expansion
- Role
- Area Sales Manager at Tata Play Ltd
- Location
- Jaipur, RJ, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Manish Sharma
As a purpose-driven Business Development and Sales Leader with 16+ years of cross-industry experience, I bring more than performance metrics—I bring momentum, meaning, and mastery.Backed by an ENFJ personality, I thrive on building high-impact teams, forging deep client relationships, and leading with empathy and intent in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. My journey spans B2B and B2C sales leadership, nationwide training of professionals, and steering pan-India learning & development initiatives that have translated into sustainable business growth.With an Executive MBA from IIM Kozhikode and global exposure through SDA Bocconi (Italy) and X-Culture international consulting, I bring a globally-informed, action-oriented mindset to scale strategy and execution seamlessly. I’m currently exploring opportunities with early to mid-stage startups where I can: • Shape business development and go-to-market strategies • Build and empower sales teams from the ground up • Expand into new markets with agility and ownership Open to: • Business Development Leadership | Growth & GTM Strategy | Startup Expansion • Remote, hybrid, or global roles with purpose-driven teams.
Experience
Area Sales Manager
Oct 2024 — Present · Jaipur, IN
Managing Sales Training for two circles, which encompass Punjab, J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Leh- Ladakh, and Tricity.Organising VILT and ILT sessions for internal and external stakeholders in accordance with business priorities.Driving the company\'s business priorities, such as effective market visits, B2B closures, Disha upkeep, and attendance tracking, among others.Administration and delivery of training for 15K+ dealers and 25+ ASMs.
Education
Basic Sen.Sec.School,Bikaner
Sen Sec.Exam, PCB
2005 — 2006
Maharaja Ganga Singh University of Bikaner
Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology and Microbiology
2007 — 2010
Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode
Executive MBA
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