Prubjit Manku
Oadby,Leicester
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in sales growth strategies and effective mentoring. Demonstrates expertise in growth initiatives, budget control aptitude, and P&L management. Recognised for visionary thinking and exceptional employee management skills, including recruiting and hiring. Committed to driving organisational success through innovative approaches and strategic leadership.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Multi Site Director
Fireaway Pizza
Leicester, Leicestershire
2021.06 - Current
- Managed the operations of three Leicestershire based pizza outlets in a fast-paced environment.
- Full P&L ownership of the area, with over £2 million in annual revenue. With emphasis on growth and cost efficiencies.
- Implemented a coaching and development pathway for team members to progress within the group.
- Complete regular store audits for service, quality and financial performance against target.
- Fostered a positive work environment, increased employee morale.
DIRECTOR
Blu Circle Communications Ltd
Leicester
2018.01 - 2024.01
- Founded and led a successful telecommunications business targeting mid-market (SME) business.
- Achieved consistent year-on-year revenue growth, doubling income through strategic sales initiatives spanning Mobility, Fixed Line, Cloud telephony, and the successful introduction of energy solutions.
- Demonstrated exceptional account management, securing over 90% retention rates by nurturing client relationships, minimizing churn, and seamlessly integrating new product offerings in a competitive market.
- Achieved close to £100k in annual revenue in the first full year of trading.
- Doubled customer base in the second year by leveraging our energy proposition.
- The energy brokerage facilitated cross-selling into both new and existing customer bases, increasing revenue and opportunities.
- Oversaw financial planning, ensured fiscal stability of the organisation.
SENIOR BUSINESS MANAGER
EE/BRITISH TELECOM
East Midlands
2015.01 - 2018.01
- Mid-Market corporate sales specialist focusing on East Midlands businesses with 50-250 employees. Initially selling mobile connectivity, expanded to BT's portfolio post-EE acquisition, covering leased lines, cloud voice, and IT services.
- Identified, developed, and closed sales through proactive prospecting and a structured sales cycle.
- Consistently exceeded the £27k monthly GM target by maintaining a robust sales pipeline.
- Maintained the highest average order value (£14k GM) and order volume (45 connections) in the region.
- Played a pivotal role in introducing a ground-breaking roaming tariff, contributing to a record-breaking quarter for both personal and divisional performance.
- Key achievements:
SENIOR STORE MANAGER/DEPUTY REGIONAL MANAGER
Orange & EE
London - Stratford, Holborn, Bayswater, Kettering, Leicester (Fosse Park)
2009.01 - 2015.01
- Motivated and coached a team of sales advisors to achieve and surpass monthly KPI's whilst maintaining a fun and happy workplace.
- Maintained a customer satisfaction (NPS) above 75% by emphasising a sale's through service ethos within my teams.
- Identified and developed sales opportunities within the SME sector through cold calling and referrals, increasing business sales from 7% to 30% of retail sales. This led to the introduction of a SME expert across the region.
- Deputised as Regional Manager regularly which involved overseeing the sales performance of 22 stores and any commercial or people related support required.
- Developed and progressed 8 team members into managerial roles through continuous personal development.
Education
ADVANCED GNVQ - INFORMATION SYSTEMS
BEAUCHAMP COLLEGE
LEICESTER 1997.01 - 1999.01
Skills
- Sales growth strategies
- Effective mentoring
- Growth initiatives
- Budget control aptitude
- P and L management
- Visionary thinking
- Employee management
- Recruiting and hiring
HOBBIES
RESTAURANT INVESTOR, TRAINED PIZZA CHEF, CORPORATE EVENTS, FOOTBALL, DRONE PILOTING
Certification
Level 3 Food Hygiene
Food allergy and Intolerance
Languages
Punjabi
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Multi Site Director
Fireaway Pizza
2021.06 - Current
DIRECTOR
Blu Circle Communications Ltd
2018.01 - 2024.01
SENIOR BUSINESS MANAGER
EE/BRITISH TELECOM
2015.01 - 2018.01
SENIOR STORE MANAGER/DEPUTY REGIONAL MANAGER
Orange & EE
2009.01 - 2015.01
ADVANCED GNVQ - INFORMATION SYSTEMS
BEAUCHAMP COLLEGE
1997.01 - 1999.01